BFC Community Sports Trust: 20 Hour… at Football Club… · London

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Job Title: 20 Hour Schools & Football Coach (School Sport)

Department: Schools

Reports to: Community Development Manager

Salary: £23,500 pro-rata per annum (£12.71-£14.27 per hour, dependant on experience)

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust

With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.

Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.

Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

General Trust Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To ensure compliance with the Trust’s Code of Conduct.
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times

Main Purpose of Job

To deliver high quality PE and School Sport sessions in line with Trust values and expectations. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, to provide a high quality service to our partner schools. The role also involves delivering high quality football sessions at our Berkshire based Development Centre. The role requires candidates to be flexible to work evenings and weekends on occasion.

Responsibilities

• To deliver a variety of sports sessions professionally and with the flexibility to ensure all participants are offered coaching at a level appropriate to their ability and support needs.
• Develop relationships with participants, teaching staff and parents.
• To access all quality assurance and staff training offered by the Trust during the term of employment.
• To ensure all equipment is available and well maintained.
• Understand and comply with the organization's child protection and safeguarding policies.
• Abide by a professional code of conduct that emphasizes appropriate behaviour when interacting with participants.
• Participate in and stay up to date with relevant child protection training and workshops.
• Ensure the safety of participants by providing adequate supervision during all sports activities.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies promptly, including administering first aid and following established emergency procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incidents, and any concerns related to the well-being of participants.
• Keep up to date monitoring including registers, VIEWS database, risk assessments and any relevant reporting documents.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum Level 1 or above sports coaching qualification
• Safeguarding Certificate
• Emergency Aid Certificate
• Current DBS
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in delivering PE Curriculum Coaching
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to establish and maintain good working relationships
• Experience in planning and delivering sports activities, in curriculum-based PE and after school club environments
• Experience in understanding and commitment to physical education, sport and long-term athlete development
• Ability to travel to variety of workplaces within West London utilising own transport

Desirable Criteria

• FA Youth Modules
• AfPE Level 3 PESS qualification
• Computer Literate (Microsoft Office) / IT skills

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