Casual Coach x4

Wages: Scale 3 (SCP 7x1.5) - £18.89 per hour

Wages will be paid on a monthly basis

Hours of work: Casual; as and when required basis

Key Purpose of the

A Leisure, Recreation and Sport Coach on the Casual Register will plan, lead and deliver a well-balanced and co-ordinated coaching/activity session to meet the purposes of the Council’s Leisure, Recreation and Sport strategic programme.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

·         The delivery of group and individual coaching and instruction.

·         Liaison with Designated Officer on the preparation of relevant programmes and events.

·         Design and prepare lesson plans.

·         Use initiative to ensure activities are suitable for the needs and requirements of participants and make adaptations as required.

·         Encourage a professional, friendly atmosphere ensuring all those taking part in sporting activities are properly guided and supervised.

·        Ensure the session meets participants’ needs and those identified by the Designated Officer.

·        To arrive on time to the session and carry out pre-activity Health & Safety Risk Assessment check to ensure that the venue, equipment and activity are safe and free of hazards.

·        To be responsible for Health and Safety of the session participants and be familiar with emergency and First Aid procedures and communicate these to all personnel.

·        Ensure that all administration is completed including records of attendance, end of programme evaluation forms and where applicable accident / incident reports forms.

·        Account for any medical, psychological or special needs of participants.

·        Be the first point of contact in cases of disclosure/suspicion of child abuse, and act in accordance with the Council’s Child Protection Policy and Procedures.

·         Work co-operatively with all other personnel including other instructors, leaders, coaches, officials and volunteers.

·         Undertake relevant training, as required.

General Duties:

·       To ensure full compliance with all Health and Safety at Work legislation in accordance with the Council’s Health and Safety at Work policy and all associated procedures and guidance and to be an advocate for high standards of Health and Safety performance.

·       To comply with all the Council’s Policies and Procedures including the Employee Code of Conduct and the Employee and Councillor Working Relationship Protocol.

·       To promote the Council’s equal opportunities policies and avoid all forms of discrimination as both an employer and a service provider.

·       To implement, and adhere to, all Financial and Procurement policies and procedures.

·       To undertake the duties of the post at all times in a manner that enhances and promotes the positive image of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.

·       The post holder will be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must hold the ability to;

a)    act in a safe, responsible manner

b)    follow instructions

c)     work as part of a team

Applicants must possess a recognised Level 1, Level 2 or higher coaching qualification(s), which permits them to coach and impart instruction and at least three months’ relevant experience of coaching/instructing your qualification to groups and individuals.

Valid First Aid Certificate. If successful candidates do not hold this certificate on appointment, they will be required to undertake this qualification to be attained within the first six months of appointment.

Desirable Criteria

Previous relevant experience i.e. working in a leisure, recreation and sport related environment

Behavioural Competencies

Meeting customer needs

Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met.

Communicating with Impact

Presents a positive image by communicating effectively, being resilient and treating people fairly.