Job Description
    Job Purpose

To provide quality teaching, learning and assessment throughout our BTEC provision including level 1, 2 & 3 BTEC Sport along with other trust funded projects to a wide range of ages and abilities across our education academy.

Role Accountabilities & Key Duties

Leadership of Teaching and Learning

Teach and be responsible for quality teaching and learning of BTEC Level 2 & 3 in Sport to the a wide range of learners and groups aged 16 – 19 to meet the course learning outcomes

Facilitate aspects of the futsal practical programme from training to match days including line management of coaching personnel in conjunction with the Education Manager;

Have a clear vision as to how the subject and units should be taught;

Fully participate in and contribute to the pastoral support programmes of RUCST as well as take on the role of tutor;

Implement effective strategies to support a variety of teaching and learning styles;
Maintain all appropriate records and report regularly via written reports and parents’ consultation evenings;

Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher

To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual progress and potential

Contribute to raising standards of delivery, retention and completion of work

To share good practice in teaching, learning and assessment to support development

Maintain a positive learning environment across the subject and using subject behaviour management procedures as appropriate;

Undertake any staff development (CPD) relevant to the needs of the post;

Identify underachieving pupils and ensure appropriate intervention;

Act as a positive role model at all times and develop and maintain high standards for teaching and learning within the department;

Ensure that work is marked in accordance with the education provider guidelines to ensure timely feedback to students.

Curriculum Development

Implement and contribute to the organisation and development of the curriculum offer within the subject area

Develop an appropriate curriculum for all students, ensuring that statutory regulations and Awarding Body requirements are met, and that students are motivated, stretched and challenged.

Managing Partnerships and Contracts

Comply with the agreed quality assurance measures of the programme area and the education provider with the aim of maximising the achievement and progression of all students

Maintain positive relationship with Regional Manager from the education provider in conjunction with the BTEC Programme Manager

Maintain and monitor funding received from contracts and report to Line Manager

Co-ordinate
Ensure an effective, high quality learning programme is in place for each course for which the post is responsible – including schemes of work, induction materials, lesson plans, course delivery details, assessment procedures and practical / match day activities

Participate actively in all aspects of the work, contribute to the smooth running of the programme area and actively contribute to the enrichment opportunities for learners

Monitor and maintain appropriate records/data related to target grades, attainment, achievement and attendance

Participate in programme meetings in accordance with course requirements with staff team

Communicate, co-operate and, where appropriate, collaborate with other departments within RUCST

Promote and develop high quality of teaching, learning and assessment across curriculum

Ensure you report accurately and positively to parents, through written reports and parents’ evening consultations

Oversee the delivery and coordination of the games programme in conjunction with external partners and leagues

Recruitment

Develop marketing activities/materials

Develop and maintain relationship liaison with feeder schools

Attend recruitment events within catchment area for Year 10 and Year 11’s in feeder schools

Contribute subject information for newsletter, website, match programmes and recruitment events as required

Use resources available within the department to make recruitment as positive and successful as possible

General Duties & Accountabilities

To support RUCSE and Rotherham United FC in their aims and objectives at all times

To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies

To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements

To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing RUCST and Rotherham United FC

To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Charity, Club and its personnel

To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times

To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time

Promote equal opportunities in recruitment, delivery and overall assessment

Ensuring that all contact with and arrangements for students and their welfare is safeguarding and promoted

Contribute to quality assurance within the curriculum delivered

Act as a personal tutor to students; supporting them to achieve their goals and potential

Contribute to the excellence of teaching and learning in the Btec sport groups

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of Rotherham United Community Sports Trust.

RUCST is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

We are a diverse Trust that respects differences in race, disability, gender, faith background or personal circumstances we welcome all application. We want everyone to feel valued and included in the football community and to achieve their full potential. The trust is opposed to any discrimination and commits itself to the redress of any inequalities by taking positive action where appropriate

How to apply
Please send an application form and cover letter or request an RUCST Application form by email for the attention of Jamie Noble; jnoble@rotherhamunited.net or download here http://www.rotherhamunited.net/RUCSTApplicationForm.doc