At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in delivering fun gymnastics sessions for kids and young people.
- Company: Join Brentford FC Community Sports Trust, a leader in community sports.
- Benefits: Earn £12.88 - £15.45 per hour with flexible hours.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusivity and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives through sport and fitness.
- Qualifications: Experience in gymnastics and a passion for coaching required.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community, using the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life. The Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FCCST values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups such as ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, the LGBTQ+ community, and those with disabilities.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, safeguarding, and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training and apply all relevant policies to ensure a safe environment for all.
General Trust Accountabilities
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies.
- Build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding the Trust and its personnel.
- Maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
Main Purpose of Job
To assist Pre-school Gymnastics, General Gymnastics and Display Group sessions to children and young people, with flexibility to work irregular hours.
Responsibilities
- Assist the delivery of gymnastics sessions, ensuring all participants receive appropriate coaching.
- Develop relationships with participants, teaching staff, support workers/carers, parents, and other key partners.
- Access all Quality Assurance staff training offered by the Trust.
- Ensure all equipment is available, well maintained, and stored properly.
- Provide feedback to coaches and parents where appropriate.
- Act as a point of contact in emergency situations.
- Stay informed about safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Report any safeguarding concerns promptly.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents and actions taken.
Key Internal Relationships
Gymnastics Lead and coaching team, Senior Dance Coach, Schools Area Lead.
The Selection Criteria
- Essential: Experience in a gymnastics setting, desire to undertake coaching badges, safeguarding certificate, emergency aid certificate, current DBS, ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team, excellent communication skills, experience in planning and delivering gymnastics sessions, understanding of physical education and long-term athlete development, ability to travel within West London.
- Desirable: Gymnastics Helper qualification, Gymnastics Level 1 qualification or working towards, dance experience, computer literate, minimum 12 months’ experience in coaching sessions.
Personal Qualities
Hardworking and committed individual, dedicated to continuous personal and professional development, ability to work independently and as part of a team, passionate about developing young people.
Please note that you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
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