This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based HR Team.
**This role has an August start and is across Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the PM, and is pro rata. The salary you will be receiving is £8,199.9 per annum.**
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
BACKGROUND TO THE POST
As one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK, with unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students.
Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council – meaning our higher education academic quality and standards are equal to any university.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
● Coaching, development and training the players of the 16 - 19yrs Esports Academy
● Recruitment of players for WCG Esports Academy, ensuring the highest quality of delivery and performance in Esports throughout the WCG organisation
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Coaching of the 16-19 male Esports Academy squads
● Support and develop the partnership with local teams
● Reporting and monitoring of players progress throughout
● Performance and results of WCG representative Esports teams
● Ensure quality of coaching and performance throughout the organisation
● Mentor, monitor progress and development as well as guide other coaches within Esports at WCG.
● Develop and assist a total development / enrichment Esports offer for WCG students across college
● Develop a 14-16 centre of excellence programme, as required
● Develop community Esports opportunities as requested
● Responsibility for Esports Academy budgets
● Support and administration of Esports at WCG
● Develop training programmes and plans in line with college policies and procedures
● Attend fixtures and drive players in a WCG minibus
● Act as a social media champion to actively promote and celebrate Esports team activity on WCG social media channels
● Knowledge and Experience of the most popular Esports games (including but not limited to Counter Strike, Rocket League, League of Legends, Valorant, Overwatch)
In addition to the particular requirements and characteristics of individual roles, all people employed by WCG College are expected to actively support the achievement of the College’s goals and, at all times, both internally and externally, to behave in a manner consistent with the College’s mission and values.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS
✓ Extensive knowledge of Esports coaching and youth development.
✓ Well connected and respected throughout the Game.
✓ Coaching experience at professional level.
✓ Relevant, updated coaching certificates.
✓ Experienced coach at Youth Level.
✓ Demonstrates commitment to youth player development and the context of collegiate sport.
✓ Knowledge of College Esports and working to Governing Body rules and regulations.
✓ Full clean UK Driving Licence
✓ Mini Bus Licence or willingness to obtain once in post
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
✓ Demonstrates professional behaviours that promote WCG and Esports, and a commitment to the highest standards of delivery.
✓ Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of Equality and Diversity.
✓ Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
✓ Ability to demonstrate behaviours that support the Core Values of the College.