Bancroft s School. Bancroft s School. Woodford Green Essex IG8 0RF 1 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

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1 Bancroft s School Woodford Green Essex IG8 0RF 1 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep) Candidate brief for the position of Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep ) Fixed Term for One Year To commence in September 2018

2 CONTENTS The Role Responsibilities The Department Bancroft s School Remuneration How to Apply 2 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep) Candidate brief for the position of Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep ) Fixed Term for One Year To commence in September 2018

3 THE ROLE Bancroft s School The Graduate Sports Assistant will help to build on the current sporting success enjoyed by the Prep School. We are an academic school but we believe firmly in educating the whole child and that sport - both elite sport and sport for all - is integral to this. Our sports teams compete at an impressive standard, including in national competitions. We also believe that it is important to imbue all our children with a lifelong enthusiasm for participatory sport. The Graduate Sports Assistant will need to demonstrate an ability to work cheerfully and effectively with the children in our 7 11 age group across PE and our main sports of rugby, netball, hockey and cricket. Extra-curricular activities and clubs are a big part of life at our school and the Graduate Sports Assistant will need to take an enthusiastic part in this area too. This is an exciting opportunity to help develop sport in a vibrant and supportive environment. RESPONSIBILITIES Key areas of responsibility: To be fully involved in all timetabled PE and Games lessons at the Prep school. To officiate during fixtures in the schools main sports of Rugby, Netball, Hockey and Cricket. To coach both higher and lower ability pupils in all of the schools main sports. To cover occasional PE lessons. To assist and run after school clubs. To help develop school teams in the major sports of Rugby/ Hockey/ Netball/ Cricket. To help promote enjoyment and success in sport at Bancroft s Prep school. Essential criteria Experience of coaching and/or playing ability to a high standard in one or more of the School s major sports. An interest in education and sport within the school setting. Good communication skills. High levels of organisation. Experience of working with children, preferably Prep School age A passion for working with Prep age children. Ability to work as part of a team 3 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

4 Desirable Criteria Relevant coaching, refereeing or umpiring qualifications in one of the School s major sports. A good honours degree in a relevant subject. Representative honours at a high level. Driving licence. Additional Work Elements: This job description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or duties but reflects the major core of the role. The organisation reserves the right to alter the content of this job description after consultation to reflect changes to the job or services provided, without altering the general character or level of responsibility. In the event of a major incident or disaster, you may be required to provide assistance, in whatever capacity necessary and participate in any training to ensure the School is fully prepared for such events. Bancroft s School is committed to providing the best possible care and education to its pupils and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School expects all staff, contractors, Governors and volunteers to share this commitment. To demonstrate a commitment to improving and developing the organisation s processes and facilities. To carry out such duties that may be reasonably required by your line manager. Reporting Structure: Head of Prep School The Assistant Head Co - Cu rricular Head of Boys' Ga mes Head of Girls' Ga mes Graduate Sports Assistant Graduate Sports Assistant 4 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

5 THE DEPARTMENT The Physical Education and Games Department of the Prep School is thriving and has a fine record of success. We are looking to appoint two Graduate Sports Assistants to work with our Head of Boys Games and Head of Girls Games in developing sport across the Preparatory School. BANCROFT S SCHOOL Bancroft s Preparatory School The Preparatory School is responsible for the education and welfare of children aged 7-11 and was established in 1990 in a new architect designed building. There is considerable demand for places with a selective entry at 7+. The class size is 22 and there are three parallel classes in each of the four year groups. There is an expectation that teachers will involve themselves in extra-curricular activities, which are an important aspect of school life and take place at lunchtimes and after school. Staff also help with duties and are expected to be available for parents evenings, some evening functions and occasional Saturday morning events. There are also sports fixtures on a number of Saturdays. Bancroft s Prep is a stimulating environment in which to work with an enthusiastic, cheerful and committed staff. We look forward to receiving applications from similarly dedicated teachers who enjoy being with bright, wellmotivated children. 5 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

6 Senior School Bancroft s is an independent co-educational day school with 840 pupils aged between 11 and 18. The Head is a member of HMC. The separate Preparatory School for 264 boys and girls aged 7 to 11 is on the same site. The school is situated on the edges of North East London and Epping Forest, with easy access to both country and city. The school moved to its present site from central London at the end of the nineteenth century; the buildings are spacious and picturesque, and regular additions have been made over the last hundred years. A new Sports Hall opened in 2007 and more recently extensions have been made to the Preparatory School, school library and Science department. In 2011 a new Art department was opened, which contained a significant expansion for the Sixth Form area. In addition to the Sports Hall and on-site playing field, we have our own sports fields a couple of miles away in Woodford. Throughout its history the School has enjoyed the generous support of the Worshipful Company of Drapers, both in the construction of buildings, and in the generous provision of scholarships and bursaries. The introduction of Francis Bancroft Scholarships over a decade ago has enabled a significant number of pupils to attend the school who would otherwise have been unable to pay the fees. The School operates a five day week, but there is a high level of extra-curricular activities, which involves use of the weekends. Music, drama and sport all flourish, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, the CCF and the Sea & Explorer Scouts all enjoy considerable support from boys and girls. All members of the teaching staff are expected to play a full part in some out of school activities, and to be involved in the pastoral care of pupils within the House structure. Bancroft s has a selective five form entry at 11+, with just under half the pupils coming from the Preparatory School. The school uses its own entrance exam, and admits boys and girls in equal proportions. There is a further small entry at 16+, and most pupils stay into the Sixth Form. Public examination results are very strong, and place Bancroft s among the top co-educational schools in the country. In 2012 almost 90% of all grades were A*- B, while at GCSE 88% of the grades were A or A*. Almost all of the Upper Sixth go on to Higher Education, with 14 going to Oxford and Cambridge this year, and a further 13 going to Imperial College and UCL. 6 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

7 Bancroft s is a forward looking, modern school; a centre of excellence for the twenty-first century. REMUNERATI0N Salary Salary is competitive. This is initially a one year Fixed Term contract. Holidays The Graduate Sports Assistant will be entitled to take as holiday all published school holiday dates as published in the School Calendar, except for any relevant INSET days. Training Bancroft s School is committed to professional development of staff and will support further in-service training as required. There are generous INSET and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) budgets. Meals Staff are provided with lunch and break time refreshments during term time. Facilities Staff are entitled to use the school fitness suite which comprises a large range of cardiovascular equipment and free weights. Use of the school s 25m swimming pool is available as well as staff yoga classes. 7 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)

8 HOW TO APPLY An application form is available to download from the School website, or by ing: Applications must be received by midday on Friday 23 February Interviews will take place in the week commencing Monday 5 March 2018 Bancroft s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service (DBS). 8 Candidate brief Graduate Sports Assistant ( Prep)