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College Football Lead
Required September 2020
We are seeking to appoint a permanent part-time College Football Lead with effect from September 2020. The role will report to the Faculty Leader for Physical Education to further develop the progressive leadership programme within the Football College. The role will include coaching, academic monitoring and bespoke career education information advice and guidance for all members of the football college.
The post offers an excellent opportunity to work within in a highly successful 11-19 academy which holds good Ofsted status. The academy has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and well-planned schemes of learning for all courses are already in place. A faculty-based mentor will work with the appointee to support their development and induction in their first year. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should hold an FA Level 2 Coach qualification with additional UEFA Licences being desirable. Applicants should have experience of planning and delivering coaching lessons and have had experience of coaching children and young people and running football tournaments.
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.
Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of football coaching.
Responsibilities of the Post-Holder
In accordance with the job description for College Football Lead, the key responsibilities will be as follows:
Coaching: to plan and deliver high quality, safe, and enjoyable ability specific coaching sessions that are both structured and progressive.
Academic Monitoring: to effectively monitor and track the academic progress and attainment of all members of the Football College.
Post-18 Advice and Guidance: to provide bespoke 'Career Education, Information, Advice and Guidance' (CEAIG) for all members of the Football College.
Wider Contribution
Staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy's rich extra-curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.
As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression. Via an academy-wise coaching programme, staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.
Remuneration
Annual salary for the College Football Lead will be in accordance with the academy Local Government Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full time post currently involves a salary of up to £29,578 pro-rata (Band 4 Point 31-34 20/21 pay awards), however, actual salary offered will be £14,603, pro rata equivalent of point 31, term time only (21.5 hour per week, 39 weeks per annum) including an allowance for holiday pay. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process.
The hours of work for the role are as follows:
· Monday - 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm
· Tuesday - 1.00 pm- 5.00 pm
· Wednesday - 11.00 am - 5.00 pm
· Thursday - 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm
· Friday - 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Sarah Freeman, Director of Human Resources, at s.freeman@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The Director of Human Resources will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.
To apply please complete the Plume Academy application form (please see link via our website). This must be completed and submitted to personnel@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third party application forms will not be accepted). If submitted by post, please email as above to advise that the application will be sent and send to:
Mrs Sarah Freeman
Director of Human Resources
Plume, Maldon's Community Academy
Fambridge Road
Maldon
Essex, CM9 6AB
Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 8 June 2020. Interviews are likely to take place after 8 June 2020 remotely due to Covid-19
Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.
We look forward to hearing from you!