July 2011

APPRENTICE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING

Dear Applicant We wish to recruit an Apprentice to support the work of the Academy of Sport. Application deadline The deadline for receipt of applications and references to Human Resources is 29 July 2011. Interviews The interview date will be notified in due course to shortlisted candidates. This information pack contains:

Background to the post A job description duties and responsibilities A person/post specification Information on terms and conditions including pay Information on how to apply

Human Resources July 2011

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

APPRENTICE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING

Term time Only

Job Description
About the College
Worthing College is a popular sixth form college with over 1700 students. Our mission to

provide Opportunity, Achievement, Success and Progression is underpinned by our strong desire to become outstanding in the near future. We believe teaching and learning is the most important priority for all staff and students and the quality of teaching and learning and students achievements are the most important measures of College performance. Background to the Post We are looking for an exceptional person to further our work in setting new standards in sporting excellence and opportunity. The Apprenticeship provides the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification. The Sports Development apprentice will complete the Edexcel L3 NVQ in Sports Development. In addition the college will support the apprentice to achieve two UKCC L1 coaching qualifications as well as safeguarding and first aid training. Further IT training will also be provided during the year and if the apprentice holds a full UK driving license they will be offered a subsidy to complete the Pass Plus qualification. The Sports Development and Coaching apprentice will work alongside existing Academy of Sport staff. The apprentice will work with the Sports Performance Coordinator (line manager): to further enhance the Worthing College Academy of Sport Active Health and wellbeing programme for both students and staff. The apprentice will also work alongside the Competitive Sports Coordinator to further enhance the colleges competitive sports programme. College teams and individual students continue to compete at a high standard and organising transport, officials and affiliations is a complex and challenging role. The apprentice will be required to support the ongoing work of the Curriculum Team and whole college Healthy FE initiatives.

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

APPRENTICE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING Term time only

Title of post: Reporting to: Responsible for: Apprentice Allowance: Other information: APPRENTICE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING Sports Performance Coordinator Student and staff active health and wellbeing, London 2012 engagement and school liaison 95 per week Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only. The apprenticeship will normally remain in force until the apprentice has completed the relevant qualification. Working hours will be predominantly Monday to Friday although some weekend working may be required. In addition you will be required to attend sessions at the college to support your completion of the NVQ portfolio and additional study areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sports Development and coaching apprentice regular duties will include:

Supporting the Academy of Sport team members in their duties involving: - Developing and delivering sports programmes - Developing and co-ordinating health and wellbeing programmes for students and staff - Preparing documents and materials for use by students or for display - Answering the telephone and dealing with telephone enquiries - Photocopying and printing a range of documents - Filing and record keeping including updating electronic database records - Helping at events (sometimes outside of the normal working day) Working effectively with the Academy of Sport Team and other teams to contribute to the team plan and culture of excellence and to ensure that the College offers an outstanding service to students, staff and others. Researching, identifying and applying for eligible sources of external funding. Collecting, collating and interpreting key participation and performance data and presenting key findings at meetings. Any other duties reasonably delegated by the Principal.

The Sports Development apprentice will also be responsible for:

Working independently, managing own resources and professional development. Dealing professionally with students and colleagues. Taking initiative and leading on delegated areas of responsibility.

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Ensuring a professional appearance and approach to work. Promoting equality and diversity in sport, and active health and wellbeing. Ensuring that health and safety requirements are promoted and met in all planned provision. Support the continued development of sport, and active health and wellbeing opportunities for students and colleagues. Research, identify and apply for eligible sources of external funding. Collect, collate and interpret key participation and performance data presenting key findings at meetings. Increase opportunities for pupils within the Angmering School Sports Partnership to participate and compete in sport. Learning and deploying a range of new skills to become an excellent team member and a skilled, reliable individual.

The postholder will be based within the Academy of Sport. NB: This is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities of this post. The postholder may be required to carry out other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of the post.

Continued .

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Person Specification
The skills and experience the college is seeking to recruit are summarised as follows Method of assessment A = Application I = Interview R = Reference T = Task HR = HR records/Certificate

PERSON SPECIFICATION CRITERIA QUALIFICATIONS English and Maths GCSE at a minimum of grade C (or key / functional skills equivalent). L3 Qualification in sport whether at A Level or BTEC National, or equivalent. Full UK driving licence Sports leadership / coaching qualification THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE: A strong knowledge of the organisation of sport in the UK. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be a good team member. Good IT skills and a strong desire to develop further. Good communication (spoken and written) and number skills and a strong desire to develop further skills. Evidence of reliability and trustworthiness. Commitment to complete the study and coursework required for passing the NVQ qualification. Commitment to a good standard of personal presentation. COMMITMENT TO A COMMON SET OF VALUES: The Colleges mission and vision and the goal of becoming outstanding. A commitment to high levels of customer service and quality assurance in a wide variety of activities. The role of 14-19 education in developing and improving peoples lives. Determination to promote equality of opportunity throughout all aspects of College life, including curriculum and service delivery. Ensuring a healthy and safe environment. Continuous personal and institutional development. Continuous personal and professional development. High professional and personal standards of work and of conduct Essential A, HR

Desirable A, HR Desirable A, HR Desirable A, HR Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential A, I, T A, I, T A, I, T A, I, T R A, I, R, HR A, I A, I, R A, I, R A, I A, I, R A, I, R A, I, R A, I, R A, I, R

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

APPRENTICE SPORTS DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING

Term time only Key terms and conditions - summary 1. Apprenticeship Successful candidates will be offered an apprenticeship agreement, term time only, with the Corporation of Worthing College. The normal hours of work will be 37 per week. Work will predominantly be Monday to Friday although some weekend working may be required. In addition you will be required to attend additional sessions at the college to support your completion of the NVQ portfolio and additional study areas. This post is line managed by the Sports Performance Coordinator. 2. Apprentice Allowance The Apprentice allowance will be 95 per week for the first 12 months regardless of age. After 12 months apprentice rates are as follows Age 21+ Age 18-21 Age 16-17 5.93 per hour (219.41 per week) 4.92 per hour (182.04 per week) 3.64 per hour (134.68 per week)

Apprentice rates are normally increased in October annually, although such increases are not guaranteed. 3. Holiday entitlement This is a term time only post. Term dates are published annually in advance. In addition to payment for weeks worked you will be paid for leave entitlement as follows: Members of staff with less than 5 years' service receive salary calculated to include payment for 25 days annual leave days and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff). Members of staff who have completed 5 years' continuous service as at 1 April in any leave year will receive salary calculated to include 30 days annual leave and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff). 4. Pension Entitlement You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

5. Notice Period Standard support staff contract terms apply, subject to length of service. 6. Pre-employment Checks This appointment is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced CRB and health checks and presentation of original qualification certificates. We will always obtain references prior to interview. Employment may not start until all the relevant checks have been completed and are satisfactory. 7. Probation A six month probationary period will apply to this post. 8. Other terms and conditions Standard support staff contract terms apply. 9. Criminal records bureau check The post is subject to an enhanced CRB check. Worthing College aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talents, skills and potential. Criminal records will be taken into account for recruitment purposes only when the conviction is relevant. Having an unspent conviction will not necessarily bar you from employment. This will depend on the circumstances and background to your offence(s). However, various kinds of employment, occupations and professionals are exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Exempted occupations include work that brings the person into contact with vulnerable groups such as young people under the age of 18 and vulnerable adults. You must therefore indicate any spent or unspent convictions on your application and, as part of the interview process you are required to say whether or not you have a pending prosecution or have ever been convicted or bound-over at a court or cautioned by the police for any offence? 10. Qualifications Candidates will be required to bring to interview evidence of any qualifications declared on their application in the form of original certificates, together with proof of identity. 11. Data Protection Act 1998 Worthing College collects information about applicants and staff for administrative, academic and health and safety reasons. Because of the Data Protection Act 1998, we need your consent and since we cannot operate effectively without processing information about you, we will need you to give your consent to process your application. If you do not give your consent, we will be unable to offer you a post and may withdraw any offer already made.
The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to apply

ALL CANDIDATES
COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION FORM To apply for a job, you must be eligible to work in the UK. The application form plays a most important part in our selection process. Please do not send us your standard CV (curriculum vitae) as we will not consider it. It is vital that you fill in the form as fully and accurately as possible. We will pay particular attention to how well your experience and skills fit the criteria of the Person Specification. You should, therefore, make clear how you match these criteria. Please complete the on-line application form via the link on the jobs page on our website (www.worthing.ac.uk), wherever possible. Alternatively you may download the form in Microsoft Word or by requesting a hard copy from Human Resources. Please use black ink, as other colours do not photocopy well and make sure that what you write is clear and legible. If you need more space in any section of the application form, use extra sheets of paper and put your name at the top of each sheet. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES MONITORING The College is working to improve its equal opportunities provision. You are asked to complete these sections of the application form (although you are not obliged to do so) which asks for details of gender, age, disability and ethnic origin. It helps us to monitor our progress on achieving equal opportunities and helps us to identify any gaps or inconsistencies so that we can correct them. This information is not seen by shortlisting or interview panels. Disability If, because of a disability, you need any help with completing your application form, please contact the Human Resources team at the college. If you are shortlisted, we will be happy to discuss with you any special arrangements that may help you at interview. QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will be required to bring to interview evidence of any qualifications declared on their application in the form of original certificates, together with proof of identity.

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

WHERE TO SEND YOUR APPLICATION It is your responsibility to ensure your application reaches the college by 29th July 2011. Applications received after this date will not be considered. If you are posting your application please address it for the attention of Human Resources, Worthing College, Bolsover Road, Worthing, BN13 1NS (Tel: 01903 243389 Ext 287 / 314 / 316. Fax: 01903 707613. Email: humanresources@worthing.ac.uk. ) What Next? If you are shortlisted for interview we will normally contact you by telephone and send you written confirmation. Interviews will be notified to shortlisted candidates in due course.
For efficiency reasons vacancies may close earlier than published dates and vacancies may be simultaneously advertised internally and externally.

If you are not shortlisted for interview, we regret that due to the rising cost of recruitment and our efforts to prioritise funds towards education, it is not possible to write to unsuccessful applicants. If you have not received a reply within 5 weeks of the published closing date you should assume that you have been unsuccessful in your application. We hope this will not deter you from applying for subsequent posts which may be of interest. Please also note, the college is unable to provide interview feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

Human Resources
July 2011

The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.