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Swimming Instructor Coaching/Instructors - Part-time

Upton Junior School, Broadstairs

  • Ref:KCC886-2523-99S
  • Posted:13/09/2017
  • Pay:KR6
  • Start Date:Oct 2017
  • App Close Date:29/09/2017 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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We have an exciting opportunity here at Upton Junior School; we are looking for a Swimming Coach to join our successful sports & swim staff team at Upton Junior School. The right candidate will be a positive and enthusiastic person who loves working with children and has the desire to help children strive for their very best through engagement in swimming. The right candidate will help teach and coach children of all ages and abilities to develop swimming skills, technique and confidence in the water.

Upton Junior School is well-known within Thanet as a school that places huge emphasis on the positive values of sport for children. Having previously been National Sports Primary School of the Year during the London Olympics, Upton are recently ranked inside the Top 100 State Schools in the UK for sport for 2015-16. Combining core values of Inclusion and Excellence within sport, Upton have a superb uptake in sporting activities and are Thanet, Kent and National champions in numerous sports events. The school motto of 'One Childhood One Chance' leads into our 'STEP into Upton Sport' programme (Sportsmanship, Teamwork, Enjoyment and Participation) that drives everything we do.

The successful candidate will:

  • Fully embrace our 'One Childhood One Chance' philosophy.
  • Hold Swim Instructor and Lifeguard qualifications.
  • Plan and deliver lessons ensuring adherence to the scheme of work and lesson plans.
  • Have the ability to work with Groups/Individuals of swimmers to help them achieve the aims required by the National Plan for Teaching Swimming (NPTS)
  • Adhere to the Upton Junior School Swimming Pool's PSOP (EAP & NOP).  Will ensure the highest safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake risk assessments.
  • Have the ability to plan and deliver sessions appropriate to the level of the swimmer.
  • Have experience working in a school setting and leading groups of children.
  • Be committed to team working and leading by example. 
  • Be able to engage, motivate and support pupils, staff and parents; with flair; sensitivity and with consistently high expectations.
  • Have a willingness to get involved in the life of the school an advantage.

We have:

  • 526 talented pupils, each deserving a swimming coach that will willingly go that extra mile to ensure they succeed.
  • A supportive school community with excellent facilities.
  • A staff team that share committed to ensure all pupils achieve their potential.
  • Excellent continuing professional development opportunities.
  • A dedicated, sociable team who will warmly welcome you.

Pay Grade: KR6 £19,609 to £21,509 (approx £3,496 per annum), pro rata.

8 hours a week - afternoons, 38 weeks per year (Term-time only)

Pattern of Work:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 1:15 pm to 3:15 pm

For further information please contact Scott Tift, Head of PE and Sports via email - scott.tift@uptonjunior.com or telephone, 01843 861393.

 

 

Information about the school

The Viking Academy Trust is a primary only, Multi-Academy Trust consisting of three inspirational schools: Upton Junior School, Chilton Primary School and Ramsgate Arts Primary School.

Our One Childhood One Chance philosophy resonates throughout everything we do at the Viking Academy Trust.

The Viking Academy Trust has a dedicated staff team determined in their efforts to ensure all pupils receive a first class educational experience. We combine a broad, challenging, high-quality education with excellent pastoral care and extra-curricular opportunity.

Our aim is to educate our pupils in the broadest sense, offering a firm foundation for life, a challenging but safe environment and a strong community spirit.

Our pupils; staff, parents and governors are proud of their schools - come and see why!

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mrs Lisa Blatchford
  • Address:Upton Junior School, Edge End Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2AH
  • Telephone: 01843 861393
  • Email: coo@vikingacademytrust.com

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.