Service Care Solutions are looking for a Sport Instructor to work within the Eccles Sixth Form College on a Permanent basis.
Location: Eccles
Salary: £23,123-£25,420pa
Job role/responsibilities:
This is an exciting opportunity to support the Sport and Uniformed Protective Services Department as a Sport and Enrichment Instructor; with a focus on enhancing the study programmes of our learners with high quality sport and physical activity opportunities. The successful candidate will have a strong sport and physical activity background, with experience of planning, organising and leading activities.
- Plan and lead a range of high-quality, inclusive sports and physical activity enrichment activities for students based on current needs.
- Assist staff and students during practical sessions, including setting up and taking down equipment.
- Manage and maintain college sports resources and facilities, report issues, update equipment, and perform stock takes.
- Oversee ordering of goods and materials within the departmental budget as authorized by the Line Manager.
- Ensure safe use of sports facilities, adhering to Health and Safety regulations, and maintain security where necessary.
- Support SCC College Group partners (Manchester United Foundation, Salford Red Devils Foundation) in providing additional training opportunities for student athletes.
- Assist with the transport of students to external competitive fixtures and enrichment opportunities.
- Monitor and maintain bookings on the IT-based system and communicate with customers regarding availability and booking terms.
- Liaise with customers to ensure a high-quality service experience.
- Assist with preparation for college open and marketing events.
- Perform additional duties as reasonably required by the Line Manager.
Knowledge/Experience required:
- GCSE Level 2 in English and Maths
- Experience of planning and implementing a range of sport and physical activity opportunities for young people
- Knowledge of the skills & techniques and rule/law structures and safe practices of a range of sport and physical activities
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and legislation to ensure own and student and customer safety.
- Communication skills.
- Time management skills focussed on self-management and independent task setting.
- Problem solving skills and ability to deal with complex situations as they arise.
- IT Skills and an ability to learn and use appropriate and relevant online systems.
- A full and clean driving license
- Commitment and responsibility to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
- Commitment to College policies i.e. Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity & Inclusion DBS checks acceptable to the college will be undertaken for successful applicant.
If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O'Donnell either via email: or tel: . Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a referral scheme in place of up to £250.