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HLH/2608/21 Tutor/Coach (Term Time Only) - Fixed Term to July 2027

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Actively promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture that supports the Charity’s purpose of Making Life Better and i-care values to increase morale, productivity and performance.
• Lead and deliver safe, inclusive and engaging sport and physical activity sessions appropriate to the age, needs and abilities of participants.
• Support and mentor Young Leaders assisting with the delivery of activities, helping to develop their skills, confidence and leadership abilities.
• Support and mentor volunteers involved in activity delivery, providing guidance, encouragement and constructive feedback.
• Instruct, coach and supervise participants in accordance with High Life Highland policies and relevant National Governing Body (NGB) guidelines.
• Create a positive, welcoming and enjoyable environment where participants feel valued, supported and motivated to take part.
• Ensure participants understand session expectations and are supported to gain maximum benefit from activities.
• Maintain accurate attendance registers, records and participation statistics in line with established procedures.
• Comply with all Active Schools policies, systems of work, safeguarding procedures and emergency action plans.
• Ensure the safe set-up, inspection and storage of equipment before and after activities.
• Follow sport-specific risk assessments and undertake dynamic risk assessments before and during sessions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants.
• Promote positive behaviour, fair play, respect and inclusion at all times.
• Report any accidents, incidents, safeguarding concerns or equipment issues in accordance with organisational procedures.
• Pursue continuous professional development and contribute to the continuous improvement of High Life Highland as a whole.
• Attend and undertake any training online or in person.
• Aim to reduce wastage and uphold our environmental values of being as sustainable as possible in all tasks.
• Assist and support other areas of High Life Highland with particular projects, training or in the event of holidays or sickness working cross-functionally across the team.
• Maintain an awareness and knowledge of the risk management responsibilities appropriate to their role, as identified within the HLH Risk Policy and associated guidance documentation.