School Games Organiser (SGO)
West Walsall E-Act Academy
Walsall
- New
- Salary:
- SCP 15 - 23 £13,895.94 - £16,031.59 (FTE: £27,803.00 - £32,076.00)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 23 September 2024
Job overview
Job Title: School Games Organiser
E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence
E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated just eight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall.
At West Walsall Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focused on providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence.
Take the next step in your career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just a goal; it's a commitment.
Take a look: https://westwalsallacademy.e-act.org.uk
Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated School Games Organiser to join our academy. Your role will focus on tackling inequalities, promoting youth engagement, and enhancing physical literacy through sport and physical activity. You will work with schools, stakeholders, and young people to ensure the success of the School Games initiatives locally, while contributing to the broader national impact.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and update a comprehensive development plan using the national tool throughout the academic year, highlighting community connections to sustain young people's participation.
- Create a termly offer of events and activities with clear intentions, considering local insights and youth engagement to target underserved groups effectively.
- Develop case studies to showcase the impact of School Games initiatives against local priorities and share these success stories locally and nationally.
- Collaborate with key partners to inform and enhance the local and county School Games offer, promoting inclusivity and safe practices.
- Prioritize resources for meaningful youth engagement, empowering
Pay range: SCP 15 - 23 £13,895.94 - £16,031.59 (FTE: £27,803.00 - £32,076.00)
Qualifications and Skills:
- GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 or equivalent
- Experience of working with children who have a wide variety of educational needs
- Knowledge of and compliance with policies and procedures relevant to child protection, health and safety
What are we about?
Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.
Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.
People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.
Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 29 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.
About E-ACT:
Join a trust that is going places!
Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.
We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 29 academies, educating of over 18,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.
Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.
Support System of 29 Academies: Be part of a network of 29 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.
Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.
Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute.
Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.
How to apply:
Simply click above to apply!
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
About West Walsall E-Act Academy
West Walsall E-ACT Academy is a mixed, mainstream, state secondary school in Walsall. It caters to students aged 11-18 and has approximately 622 pupils enrolled. The school boasts enviable sports facilities such as a football and athletics field, eight tennis courts, a heated swimming pool, a gym, a squash court, a large astroturf pitch and a sports hall.
West Walsall E-ACT Academy was originally opened in September 1971 as Wilfred Clark Comprehensive. It later became known as Alumwell Business and Enterprise College, and then West Walsall E-ACT Academy when it converted to academy status in September 2012. It is part of the E-ACT family of academy schools.
Headteacher
Kerry Solway-Blower
Vision and values
West Walsall E-ACT Academy works hard to deliver an excellent education to students of all backgrounds and abilities. Teachers aim to instil in every child the school's three main values: goodness, discipline and knowledge. Through creating a safe and supportive environment, the school hopes to demonstrate its commitment to equality as well as fundamental British values.
The secondary school pays extra attention to English, maths and science, and also offers business, drama, French, Spanish, ICT, PE and music. A STEM club meets once a week to help promote an interest in science and engineering.
Ofsted report
“Pupils receive personal, social and health education through dedicated curriculum lessons. This programme is designed by the academy to ensure coverage and development of a wide range of appropriate topics.”
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