BTEC Tutor/Coach - Leading Community Activity and Sport Coaching & Development in Bolton

Role Purpose

The BTEC Tutor/Coach will work as part of the education team to deliver the BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 course, alongside the football development element, as a coach, of the 16-18 education programme. The BTEC Tutor will be expected to teach BTEC Level 2 Technical Diploma in Leading Community Activity and BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sport Coaching and Development to learners enrolled on the 16-18 programme. The post holder will work in line with internal and external (LFE) partner standards and operating procedures in terms of teaching, learning and assessment. During non-term time the post holder will revert back to their football development role and/or work across other programmes within the community, such as education and employability and holiday football camps, when not on annual leave. The post holder will be expected to take holidays during non-term time only.

Location

The tutoring hours of the role will be based at Bolton Wanderers in the Community (BWitC) at the Toughsheet Community Stadium, the home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club. The coaching hours of the role will be based at Bolton Wanderers training ground - Eddie Davis Training Ground, a five minute drive from the stadium.

Main areas of responsibility

• Teach, assess and support learners across a range of courses and levels.
• Monitor student attendance and progress, providing regular updates and data to the education team.
• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, including producing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials.
• Contribute to curriculum development, innovation and the creation of shared teaching resources.
• Support the internal quality assurance process in line with BWitC and LFE requirements.
• Provide advice, guidance and assessment for current and prospective learners.
• Represent the organisation at promotional, recruitment and marketing events.
• Demonstrate professionalism, technical competence and strong interpersonal skills at all times.
• Plan, organise, and deliver structured football training sessions for players of various ages and abilities.
• Provide guidance, motivation, and support to players during matches.

General Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrate and promote BWitC's values through your work.
• Take responsibility for your own health, safety, and welfare, ensuring compliance with BWitC's Health and Safety Policy, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position as may be allocated by the BWitC Director from time to time.
• Ensure compliance with all BWitC codes of conduct, policies, and procedures contained within the employee handbook, with particular attention to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity, and Health & Safety.
• Ensure that safeguarding remains central to all planning, decision-making, and delivery.
• Ensure that BWitC policies, procedures, and working practices are upheld and consistently followed.
• Champion BWitC's commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all, and always act in a way that prevents and challenges discrimination or harassment.
• This post is subject to a DBS disclosure.

About The Candidate

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or PGCE or Cert-Ed.
• HND/Degree in sport related subject.
• Qualified teacher status.
• Current FA Safeguarding Certificate.
• Current FA First Aid Certificate.
• FA UEFA B Coaching qualification.
• Experience of working directly with young people.
• Full UK manual driving licence and access to a car.
• Ability to schedule and work to strict health and safety compliance processes.
• Exceptional organisational, communication and team working skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively using initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the Community departments.
• Ability to lead/instruct others.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
• Competent IT, computer and mobile technology skills.
• Flexible and positive attitude.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• FA UEFA A Coaching qualification.
• Experience of working in a football Club or CCO.
• Experience of working with vulnerable young people and adults.
• Category D Licence.

About The Club

We are Bolton Wanderers in the Community. One Club, One Community, One Town. A sport-for-development charity based in Bolton that offers employees the opportunity to deliver life-changing work that makes an impact alongside colleagues who share a mutual passion for improving people's lives. We are looking for passionate and motivated staff who will help us to achieve our vision of 'A Connected Bolton Without Disadvantage'. Our mission is to use the power of Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) to inspire, support and deliver positive change. Through intervention, prevention and targeted engagement we create sustainable pathways that transform lives. By working together, we connect people, enabling communities to thrive and succeed. We continue to be an innovative and forward-thinking charity that works in partnership with local, regional and national organisations to achieve the greatest outcomes for our beneficiaries.