PE Technician at Education Authority Northern Ireland

Lurgan, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Support, Resource Maintenance, Equipment Organization, Inventory Management, Administrative Tasks, Health And Safety, Coaching Support, Event Organization, Liaison, Photocopying, Minor Maintenance, IT Programs, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Teamwork, Sports Knowledge

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

POST TITLE: Technician 1 (PE Department) GRADE: Spinal Points 5-8 (1 April 2024) LOCATION: Lurgan Junior High School RESPONSIBLE TO: The Principal through the designated line manager JOB PURPOSE: To provide technical support and assistance to teaching staff in the implementation of the schools/department’s PE educational programme. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the designated line manager the post holder will be responsible for the following in accordance with appropriate regulations: 1. Provision and maintenance of facilities and practical resources 1.1 Prepare, organise and basic construction of resources for teacher demonstrations and practical examinations. 1.2 Set out equipment and materials for class use and remove same when class is complete. 1.3 Collect, clean and store equipment and materials in designated storage areas. Ensure items are maintained in a state of ‘ready for use’. 1.4 Dispose of used materials in a safe and approved manner. 1.5 Ensure that mandatory and/or statutory checks of materials and equipment are carried out by qualified personnel. 1.6 Inform designated line manager of materials and equipment found to be in an unsatisfactory/unsafe condition and arrange for repair and disposal of such items. 1.7 Ensure no unauthorised person has unsupervised access to equipment and materials when not in use. 1.8 Advise on health and safety issues in relation to the use of equipment. 2. administration 2.1 Operation of manual and/or computerised systems in relation to administrative tasks associated with the area of work. 2.2 Maintenance of an inventory/records of departmental resources. 2.3 Assistance in the ordering/purchasing, receiving, checking, storing and distribution of resources. 3. General 3.1 Support all staff in ensuring the general safety of pupils. 3.2 Assist with evacuation in emergencies. 3.3 Undertake photocopying as required. 4. Technical staff may be required to undertake any of the following duties: 4.1 Handling cash in relation to the purchase of practical materials. 4.2 Assisting with hospitality at meetings and school functions. 4.3 Carry out minor maintenance repairs throughout the school within the competence of the employee. PE Specific Duties: Supporting PE teacher with PE lessons Administration tasks associated with the planning and implementation and delivery of PE activities and extra-curricular activities. Organisation of practical equipment, including preparation and storage before and after lessons and for extra-curricular activities/fixtures. Support coaching staff for Saturday morning hockey fixtures. Attend mid-week sports fixtures for hockey/netball/football/rugby/athletics/cross country/volleyball, as a key adult to support PE staff. Booking transportation e.g. buses Helping with the organisation of special events-sports days, house competitions, school events including open evening. Participate in departmental meetings. Liaise with Education Authority grounds maintenance for PE requirements if required. Update PE related noticeboards around school. Maintain all sports equipment ensuring safe storage of same It is acknowledged that the contents of this generic job description are not subject to appeal. Evaluated: April 2000 FLEXIBLE WORKING OPTIONS AVAILABLE OPTION 1 You are required to be on duty during school term plus two additional weeks. The timing of the two additional weeks is at the discretion of the Principal of the school. OR OPTION 2 You are required to be on duty for the contracted weekly hours, working during periods of school closure except when on annual leave or other authorised absence. Duties will normally be provided by the school. However, where necessary, alternative work and/or training will be provided by the Authority at any other such place of employment as may be reasonably required. OR OPTION 3 To work as for option 2 with a further option to request periods of unpaid leave during extended school holidays or closures. This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time. In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times. To view the summary of terms and conditions for this post, click here. PERSON SPECIFICATION NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria, where relevant. You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless the criteria state otherwise. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet the criteria for the role. In the event of an excessive number of applications, the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria as outlined in Section 3 at shortlisting, in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria. SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA The following are essential criteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and which may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Qualifications Five GCSE’s (Grades A*-C) to include English Language, Mathematics Shortlisting by Application Form Experience A minimum of one year’s experience working with children. Shortlisting by Application Form Knowledge Demonstrable evidence of knowledge of: A range of Sports The requirements of a PE Technician Shortlisting by Application Form SECTION 2 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA The following are additional essential criteria which will be measured during the interview/selection stage. Factor Essential Criteria Method of Assessment Skills / Abilities Good understanding of a range of sporting activities Good communication skills with evidence of a knowledge of IT programs including Excel, Word and Outlook Experience coaching children or young people or working with children Good organisational skills and ability to work as a member of a team Interview Values Orientation Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect the school’s values/ethos. You will find information about the school’s values/ethos on our school website Interview SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how, and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria, as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. Factor Desirable Criteria Method of Assessment Experience A minimum of one year's experience of working in a PE related area. Hold a PE specific qualification at Level 3 or above eg A Level in Sports Science or appropriate BTEC Level 3 qualification Hold a Hockey, Netball or Rugby coaching qualification or demonstrate willingness to undergo such training First Aid qualification or demonstrable willingness to be trained in first aid matters Hockey Umpire or willingness to complete training Shortlisting by Application Form DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage. Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice. APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES To view the applicant guidance notes, please click here. To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority, click here. The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Responsibilities

The Technician 1 will provide technical support and assistance to teaching staff for the Physical Education educational program, focusing on the preparation, organization, and maintenance of facilities and practical resources.