Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity with an expanding, forward thinking company; for an enthusiastic, creative and passionate individual seeking an opportunity to develop a career delivering Dance PE lessons to primary school aged pupils.
By joining a successful, professional and passionate company, you will have the opportunity to join and be part of an experienced team of coaches. We are looking for inspirational role models who have a passion for Dance and working with and developing young people. They must be an energetic, motivated and personable individual who is able to provide a fun, and exciting learning experience while being assertive and respected by their pupils. Professionalism and reliability are equally important to maintain strong working relationships with our clients.
A Dance Specialist is required to demonstrate excellent knowledge, be versatile and be willing to support other departments as well as work with and support junior employees, by setting an example and demonstrating professional and best practice. It would be advantageous for candidates to have an interest in other physical education subjects. This requires a candidate who is able to travel to various locations during the week and must have excellent organisation and time management skills, as well as a wide knowledge and passion for Dance
Candidates must hold at least a relevant teaching qualification or Degree and already have the knowledge to create and deliver fun, educational and safe lessons for pupils of all ages and abilities for various dance styles and establishments.
Knowledge, Training and Experience required:
o 2 years’ experience working with children; teaching or voluntary.
o Dance Teachers Qualification/NGB Qualification or Degree
o Ability to teach a wide variety of Dance Styles
o Ability to deliver at least 2 areas of the PE curriculum (combinations of Games and Dance, Games and Gymnastics, Dance and Gymnastics)
o GCSE Maths and English.
o First Aid and Child Protection Training Desirable.
o Committed to continuous professional development and willingness to undertake training where necessary.
o Level 2 in PE and School Sport – Training can be provided
o Level 3 in PE and school Sport – Desirable
o Please note: Driving License and your own transport are essential for this position
How to apply
If you think the above applies to you, we would like to hear from you; please forward you’re CV with covering letter to recruitment@firststep-sports.co.uk, identifying the position you wish to apply for and your specialist combinations.
Recruitment process:
First Step Sports Group have a strict and thorough selection process to ensure we employ the right candidates.
Candidates who wish to apply must be aware of the following recruitment process, please ensure you are available to attend each of the following stages.
Telephone interview (08/06/15 – 03/07/15)
F2F Interview – (25th, 26th June and 6th, 7th July 2015) Interviews take place at our Head Office in Hull
Practical assessment – (between 01/07-03/07 or 10/07-14/07)
Final decisions (between 20/07 -27/07/2015)