Skegness Grammar School has a vacancy for a PE and Sports Apprentice. This role could be your next career opportunity. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. About the role This is a part time, Term Time role (Fixed Term dates TBC) You will be working at Skegness Grammar School, whilst also attending college for training. This will include 4 days per week with your employer and one day a week of high-quality tuition and practical training with Inspire at a local training venue. As a PE and Sport apprentice you will support the academy to maximise the potential of sport. You will work alongside teachers and coaches to support and lead PE lessons, lunchtime activities, fixtures, competitions, clubs and events to raise the profile of PE and school sport within your chosen academy. Candidates must have a passion for sport, coaching and working with children. We want to speak with candidates who offer a keen interest in sport and understand the importance of exceptional sports delivery in schools. Excellent training opportunities and additional sports qualifications with your mentors support in your school and support from an Inspire tutor throughout the year. Deliver enrichment clubs and activities at breakfast, lunch and after school Support the teaching of PE and sport lessons in school Support ordinary classroom activities Support your academy in preparing for and attending school sport competitions. Produce risk assessments for your academy in preparation for them attending sports events and support house competitions, sports days and other events where possible. Help to identify and support talented individuals. Support DRET wide events and be a champion for DRET Sport - promote and market sporting opportunities to schools and parents / students through traditional and social media channels. Help ensure the sporting achievements of the academy and its students are well publicised. Assist with the running of before and/or after school clubs Pastoral support for small groups or individuals Gifted and talented and low self-esteem mentoring 1-1 support for pupils with SEN or disabilities. Organising and running inter and intra sports events. Develop the relationship between the DRET secondary and primary academies. Hosting events, sharing staff, facilities, young leaders and more. Support DRET in raising funds for the Inspiration fund. Co-ordinate the opportunities offered to all DRET academies through the Trust. About our Academy Founded in 1459, Skegness Grammar School has built a distinguished reputation for setting standards for the future. Our selective, co-educational Grammar School provides students with excellent academic tutoring and prestigious enrichment opportunities. We produce well-rounded individuals, and take pride in their personal achievements. Our students aspire to high academic success, whilst enjoying a variety of extra curricular opportunities. Skegness Grammar School is a community grammar school. We serve all our hard working scholars equally and in doing so we are actively addressing issues of disadvantage. Our mission is to ensure our young people succeed in reaching a top university, excel in their careers and are able to make sound moral choices. Salary & Benefits Apprenticeship salary - As a term-time member of staff, you will take annual leave during the academy holiday periods. Your pay will be enhanced to take this into account, based on your pro-rata holiday entitlement. Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme Awards and Recognition Scheme Flexible working patterns Benefits platform discounts on car leasing holiday discounts cinema tickets restaurant booking discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Who we are looking for GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics is desirable. To have a sporting background is essential to the role. GCSE/BTEC in Sport and NGB coaching qualification is desirable. Enthusiastic and energetic approach, with a can-do attitude. Knowledge of and child protection and first aid training in sport, or a willingness to undertake the relevant training. A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best. Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child. Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children – identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them. Aware that the Trust will take all steps to prevent those who pose a risk of harm from working with children. Recruitment procedures ensure rigour in identifying and rejecting people who might abuse children. Aware of Health & Safety and Safeguarding. About The David Ross Education Trust The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs. We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. Apply now To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab. Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy. The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre-employment checks are in line with \"Keeping Children Safe in Education\" statutory guidance.