Woodcote School Sports Partnership (Croydon)
Community Lacrosse/ Multi Sports Coach
Full or Part Time Community Lacrosse and Multi Sports coach required (48.2 weeks)
Salary: £23097 pro rata pa plus benefits and expenses
1 year fixed term contract (with a 2nd year subject to funding)
In conjunction with our partners, we are looking to appoint a new Community Sports Coach to work in the Croydon area across lacrosse and other sports as required, starting in September 2008, initially for a fixed term of 1 year.
The Woodcote School Sports Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all members of the community.
About the Job:
§ To deliver quality coaching opportunities to young people in the 9 - 13 age group in local schools and community settings, through after school clubs/academies & curriculum blocks.
§ To arrange a scheme of performance opportunities to support the delivery including informal festivals and representative assistance for Gifted & Talented pupils.
§ To take a professional approach in the planning, preparation and organisation of teaching sessions in accordance with School Sports Partnership policies.
§ To maintain a comprehensive schedule of teaching as established and administered by the Woodcote School Sports Partnership.
§ To sign post pupils to community clubs and events.
§ To work in conjunction with School Sports Partnerships targets for participation/reporting and development.
§ To enter into a programme of Continuous Professional Development
§ Is subject to a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure
About you:
§ Will have experience of coaching children and young people and show a passion and flare for children’s Physical Education.
§ Must have a qualification at least a level 1 qualification in Lacrosse (level 2 preferred) and at least one other sport or a willingness to work towards this.
§ Be able to work independently with excellent time keeping skills.
§ Be committed to Continuous Professional Development.
§ Be committed to Equal Opportunities.
§ Hold a current Driving Licence.
Closing date for applications is 4th July 2008 at 1200.
Interviews (including practical teaching assessment) will be held on Friday 11th July 2008.
Candidates can apply by application Form which can be obtained via email to or by phone on (020) 8763 8772.
For further information please contact Rachel Kennett, Partnership Development Manager on (020) 8763 8772
Please submit completed applications to: Woodcote High School, Meadow Rise, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 2EH
This scheme is partially funded by the Sport England Community Investment Fund, and is coordinated by the London South Bank University Partnership Services Team throughout the London region.