ECB Umpire Tutors

Employment Type Contract Initial 12 months provision of service that continues on an annual rolling basis

Location Remote ·UK Each Tutor will be expected to support at least one of nineteen counties across the UK

Salary This is a contracted role therefore standard perks and benefits below would not be applicable.

Seniority Mid-level

Perks and benefits

• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Team social events
• Cycle to work scheme

Candidate happiness

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Job Description

PURPOSE

To deliver the ECB Umpiring Course to prospective new umpires, covering one of the following Counties:

• Gloucestershire
• Hampshire
• Isle of Wight
• Kent
• Lancashire
• Middlesex
• Northamptonshire
• Northumberland
• Nottinghamshire
• Shropshire
• Somerset
• Staffordshire
• Surrey
• Warwickshire
• Wiltshire

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment.It teaches important skills, both physical and social. It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency.

Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game.

Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game.

Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You have a passion for delivering excellent learner experiences through training.
• You have a strong passion for supporting aspiring umpires of varying ages, different genders and cultural groups.
• You have a keen interest in supporting people's first steps into umpiring cricket.
• You thrive in a positive learning environment.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Creating a positive learning experience by delivering content in an inspiring manner.
• Demonstrating high levels of professionalism, knowledge and expertise.
• Working closely with Counties to contribute to the smooth organisation of the course.
• Committing to developing yourself and to maintaining mandatory training requirements (see below).

YOU’LL HAVE

• Experience of teaching, training or tutoring, preferably to different age groups, genders and cultural groups preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Laws of Cricket.
• Knowledge and understanding of current umpiring practice.
• Experience of supporting the development of umpires.
• Understanding of the use of modern technology to facilitate learning.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of the application of blended learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of current educational practices.

Role specifics:

• Mandatory training commitment:
• Completion of the ECB’s umpire tutor training; relevant safeguarding qualification; in-date DBS check.

Delivery requirements:

• Must be able to commit to delivering 3 courses per 12 month period.

Course content:

• Preparation, player and game management, communication and teamwork.
• 7 hours.

Kit:

• ECB kit will be provided and which is required to be worn when delivering the course.

Please note, the interviews are planning to take place in person at the following dates and locations: