Graduate Sports Assistant - Ryde School with Upper Chine
Job Posted: 1 May 2024
- Contract Term: Fixed Term
- Location: Ryde, Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Full time
- Salary: Competitive rates of pay
- Industries: Education Sports & Fitness
Graduate Sports Assistant
Full Time, Term Time
Fixed Term Contract (Academic Year 2024-25)
Ryde School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for children aged 2 -18 years old. We are currently looking to appoint a Graduate Sports Assistant to support in the delivery of games sessions and sporting fixtures.
As a member of the Sports department, and with guidance from the Director of Sport, you will be part of a team of PE Teachers and professional sports coaches that collectively lead games and training sessions for a variety of age groups across the Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools, with a focus on the core sports of Rugby and Hockey in the Autumn term, Netball and Hockey in the Spring term, and Cricket and Athletics in the Summer term.
Our purpose is to provide an exceptional education on the Isle of Wight, enabling our boarding and day pupils to flourish in mind, body and soul. We nurture pupils to make a positive difference and embrace the opportunities of the wider world.
As a busy boarding school school we offer a varied range of extra-curricular and enrichment activities for our pupils, and this job opportunity will allow the successful candidate to gain valuable exposure and experience in an educational establishment that is committed to the provision of a full co-curricular programme.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will:
- Have some sports coaching experience in at least two of our core sports with experience of coaching or playing netball being highly desirable.
- Be First Aid trained.
- Possess good IT skills to complete the administrative duties associated with the job.
- Be approachable and friendly.
- Always remain calm, even when under pressure.
- Adapt to the needs of the job as and when they arise with a flexible attitude.
This role is offered on a full time, term time basis with flexibility needed to accommodate working hours that may involve early mornings and evenings, or Saturday working to support sporting fixtures. Accommodation may be available.
We enjoy a supportive culture at Ryde and professional development is actively encouraged. All staff and pupils are asked to strive to embody the School Motto of 'Ut Prosim' (to be of service) and the School values of Ambition, Responsibility, Courage and Respect in their work and interactions.
In accordance with current legislation, candidates are required to fully complete a Ryde School Application Form (available on our website) www.rydeschool.org.uk.
All applications must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees including the current employer. To satisfy the requirements for safer recruitment, we need to ask you for your full employment record. Details of any gaps between jobs or between finishing education and employment must be provided. Hard copy application forms may also be collected from our Reception in Queen’s Road. Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and to be addressed to; Mrs Mandy Parry, HR Administrator, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde PO33 3BE. Email: [email protected]
The closing date for applications is 9am Friday 10th May 2024. Interviews will take place at the school shortly after.
Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Ryde School with Upper Chine
Independent co-education day and boarding school.
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