School Sport Coach Apprentice Worthington Primary School

Worthington Primary School prioritises PE to foster lifelong health and fitness among students. We offer diverse PE programs to enhance skills and promote teamwork, self-esteem, and a positive attitude. Students annually take part in tournaments such as Area Athletics Meeting and Tag Rugby while also using the local sports clubs and swimming baths.

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Closing date: 08 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00

    The above salary is for full time, this role is TERM TIME ONLY working 39 weeks per year. The actual salary is £10,704 per annum.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 4.30pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    15 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000244437

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Planning and Teaching PE lessons from EYFS to Year 6
  • Support and encourage children during lunchtime sports sessions such as Football
  • Possible support and encouragement during after school clubs
  • Support and assisting sports tournaments outside of school
  • Helping to raise the profile of PE across the school
  • Working closely with the PE coordinator

The training you will be getting

Qualification:

  • Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard in Sports Coach-
  • https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/sports-coach-v1-2
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths (if required)

End-Point Assessment (EPA):

  • Work based project and presentation with questioning
  • Practical observation with questioning
  • Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio

Delivery Method

  • You will need to be able to attend a training course at Loughborough College starting on Monday 5th August 2024 for 3 weeks Monday to Friday. (Please ensure you are able to travel before applying)
  • Online portfolio to update with learning and development completed onsite
  • Diarised visits from dedicated Trainer/Assessor
  • Attendance to Loughborough College for Functional Skills (if required)

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Higher Education
  • Employment at the school
  • Coaching in education
  • Community sports coaching
  • International sports coaching

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
BTEC or equivalent PE or Sport related qualification (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

Things to consider

You will be employed to work with children full time in a school as a member of staff, not a student. Any offer of Apprenticeship will be subject to a full DBS and Satisfactory References Additional training to take place at Loughborough College every other Wednesday to develop knowledge, skills, and behaviours in accordance to this apprenticeship. Please ensure you are able to travel before applying. Loughborough College reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy before the end date, following consultation with the employer.

About the employer

Worthington Primary school is a small rural school in the heart of the community with a family feel. We nurture the unique potential of every individual and strive to help every child succeed, prosper and meet their full potential as well as preparing them for the next stage of their life. We believe that the privilege of being a small school in such as beautiful rural village community provides huge opportunities for children's learning to be enhanced and personalised. We also value the importance of building children's character such as resilience and independence in everything we do. We embrace all opportunities through our teaching, leadership, governance and community work.

Employer

Worthington Primary School

Address

Worthington Primary School

Main Street

Worthington

LE65 1RQ

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Training

Training provider

LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Sophia Cleaver

apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Sports coach

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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