QUALIFICATIONS:

Swim England Level 1 “Assistant Coach” Qualification
National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches or equivalent. (Specific to Aquatic coaches’ disciplines)
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Method of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview, and Certificate
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Able to provide explanation and demonstrate sport/physical activity techniques using a variety of equipment to aid learning.
• Able to adapt to the needs of individuals and different work situations.
• Able to assist delivering a sport/physical activity lesson programme to children and adults.
• Able to work flexibly as part of a team.
• Able to understand and interpret instructions
• Able to demonstrate good organisational skills.
• Able to demonstrate excellent customer care skills.
• Able to assist in ensuring safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake necessary risk assessments.
• Able to inspire and motivate participants in sport/physical activity sessions.
• Able to assist with lesson planning and implement sport/physical activity sessions.
• Able to assist with accurately assessing/recording and evaluating participant progress using the appropriate resources provided.
• Able to provide information and advice to existing and potential customers regarding the sport/physical activity programme.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Hold an appropriate NGB Level 1 (minimum) qualification.
• Hold or willing to obtain before commencement of employment the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety guidelines.
• Relevant knowledge of Child Protection and welfare guidelines appropriate to your activity.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Some experience of coaching sport/physical activity to children and adults.
• Experience of using IT applications.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge of the safety requirements for your activity.
• Knowledge of sport/physical activity framework and pathways.
• Knowledge of industry best practice for appropriate activity.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Experience of assisting coaching within a sport/physical activity programme.
• Experience of working with sports/physical activity environment including coaching sports camps and holiday activities.
• Experience of administrating tasks associated with a sport/physical activity framework

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our next Assistant Sports Coach, you’ll work with swimmers across our pathway within a team of coaches that is recognised as one of the best in the UK. You will assist in delivering training sessions with passion and work with swimmers who are on a lifelong journey within the sport, building great relationships and inspiring young people to love the sport and perform at their best.
The role is integral to our Swim Training Scheme team.

THIS ROLE IS BASED IN THE UK. HOME OFFICE GUIDANCE STATES THAT CANDIDATES MUST EVIDENCE THEIR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK PRIOR TO COMMENCING EMPLOYMENT, EITHER AS A UK OR IRISH CITIZEN, UNDER THE EU SETTLEMENT SCHEME OR HAVING SECURED ANY OTHER RELEVANT WORK VISA.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you’ll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.

JOB PURPOSE:

• To assist in the delivery of a structured programme for the athletes and customers level of ability within their relevant training scheme or class to support the long-term athlete development model.
• To assist in the coaching of progressive practises that will enable the athletes and customers to develop within their chosen activity and where appropriate develop world class technical skills.
• To assist in the preparation of athletes and customers in their progression towards their goals or through to the next level of their relevant LCC training scheme.
• To assist in the delivery of coaching sessions.
• To provide a fun, safe and consistent sport/physical activity programme for all ages and abilities.
• Maintain a good and positive image of Active Leeds and Leeds City Council to customers and the public by providing a welcoming, helpful, and professional level of service.
• To encourage the development of sport/physical activity throughout the city, by ensuring athletes and customers reach their full potential.
• To attend, support and assist at required events and competitions.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR GRADE:

• To assist on instructing individuals or groups in a sport/physical activity programme.
• To be a positive role model, creating a fun and safe environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in sport/physical activity under their care.
• To promote and support all Leeds City Council sport/physical activity programmes.
• To assist in ensuring the safety and control of the learners within the sport/physical activity lesson and to ensure that all relevant regulations applicable to the centres operation and activity are adhered to.
• To assist in the undertaking of administrative tasks in connection with the programmes of work i.e., teaching plans, class registers, monitoring and evaluation, parent / guardian/ customer feedback, and recording information/records by which means required as part of the programme.
• To ensure the safe use and storage of any equipment required during and after a session.
• To comply with the commitments outlined in the Active Leeds service Values, focusing on individual needs, and ensuring standards are maintained.
• To attend training, meetings, assessments, and forums to continually develop teaching practices and meet Active Leeds and Leeds City Council codes of conduct.
• To carry out and promote the above duties in compliance with LCC policies including equal opportunities, safeguarding and health and safety.
• To undertake any other duties, as directed by the line manager which may be reasonably required of you, commensurate with your grade and level of responsibility:
• Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade
• Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills
• Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.
• Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.
  The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.

As an Assistant Sports Coach you will bring to the role:

• Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Able to provide explanation and demonstrate appropriate sport/physical activity techniques using a variety of equipment to aid learning.
• Hold an appropriate Level 1 or higher Swim England Qualification.
• Willing to work unsociable hours including early morning, late evening and weekends often at short notice
• Hold or willing to obtain before commencement of employment the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches or equivalent qualification