Apex Education, Bucklesham, Ipswich, Suffolk IP10 0BW £28,914 - £33,904 per annum, with the potential for pay progression (Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale, SP4-6) 32 hours per week Permanent Reference: 0133 Your role In your role as Alternative Provision Lead (Sports Based), you will need to: lead on the delivery of Apex Education’s Alternative Provision offer (sports based) ensure codes of practice, Apex Education’s policies and procedures are appropriately followed deliver high quality and structured English/Maths and PE (Physical Education) lessons or sporting activities manage staff to ensure an outstanding provision for our students and the highest of standards are maintained ensure detailed planning of tasks to meet the students SEN (Special Education Needs) promote Apex Educations ethos and attitudes at all times. Your responsibilities Your main duties Establish positive relationships with students, staff, schools, sports coaches and professionals. Provide feedback to students in relation to attainment and progress. Attend any CPD relevant to the role and identify areas of CPD needed for staff you manage. Ensure all equipment is regularly checked and is safe. Ensure the working space is welcoming and safe. Organise sports with outside providers and ensure all relevant safety elements are in place. Write risk assessments for any activities and regularly update them. Complete visitor logs and ensure the SCR is up to date. Ensure adequate staff ratios are in place each day. Log students rewards and ensure the reward system is implemented correctly. Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop students’ competence and independence in its use. Within reason, attend to students’ personal needs including help with social, welfare, care and health matters. Promote positive student behaviour in line with Apex Education’s policies and help keep students on task. Support pupils with intimate care as required. Support with preparing and providing students with breakfast and lunch. Your general duties Establish constructive relationships and be supportive of, and sensitive to, the needs of colleagues, pupils, and the wider provision community. Encourage interaction and teamwork within the provision, attend relevant provision meetings as required, share ideas and new initiatives. Respect confidentiality and maintain professionalism at all times. Actively participate in relevant training opportunities linked to the role. Participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for the identification of learning, development, and training opportunities in discussion with the line manager. Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of Apex Education. Comply with all of Apex Education’s policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct and those relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, and reporting concerns to the company Directors. What you will need English and Maths GCSE at atleast a grade 4 (c). Experience coaching sport. A recognised qualification in recognised sport (desirable). Experience of working in a school setting (desirable). About us Apex Education is a sports based Alternative Provision which was formed in September 2024. We provide education to students who are either currently not at a maintained school or ones that require more tailored support but are still on a school's roll. We provide daily English and Maths lessons, alongside PSHE lessons and targeted interventions. Alongside this, we provide PE/lessons or sports activities that are taught by Apex Education staff or professional coaches. Our aim is to use the skills learnt in sport and transfer them to other aspects of students' school experience to improve their outcomes. What we will offer you A supportive working environment. Regular targeted training. Opportunity for career progression. To find out more Please read the Job Description (docx). For an informal discussion only about the role, please contact Scott Peat by either calling 07918264805 or emailing infoapex-education.co.uk Visit our website www.apex-education.co.uk and complete the application form. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (docx) by email to infoapex-education.co.uk Closing date: 5 pm, 13 April 2025. Interview date: Week commencing 14 April 2025.