Sports Coach (part-time)
Twickenham Preparatory School
Hampton, Middlesex
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- Expired
- Salary:
- TPS School salary scale
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Autumn Term 2024
- Apply by:
- 7 October 2024
Job overview
The School
Twickenham Preparatory School is a leading and successful independent co-educational day school for children aged 4 to 13 situated in Hampton, South West London. The founding aim from its inception in 1969 – to establish a school with high academic standards that was pastorally strong, caring and sensitive to the needs of the individual child – is still the heartbeat of the school 50 years on, and today, Twickenham Prep provides an exceptional all-round education to c.270 pupils across Pre-Prep, Prep and boys in Years 7 & 8. Children are nurtured to fulfil their potential in a welcoming, family community, and are inspired to live out the school’s motto – to be; ‘Calm, Courageous, Courteous and Considerate.’
The Department
Sport is a vital part of the curriculum at TPS. The vision of the sports department is that we believe that each pupil should be given an opportunity to shine within sport and enjoy themselves, regardless of their ability. Each pupil will represent the School at sport and while it is competitive, it is also important for pupils to experience enjoyment and pleasure through participation.
The department consists of specialist coaches and highly qualified teachers who deliver the sports programme. The team work together to continually develop TPS sport, for the benefit of all our pupils.
Sports Facilities
Our on-site facilities include a full size astro 5 a-side football pitch/netball court. We also have a large well equipped sports hall for Basketball, Table Tennis and Gymnastics. Our home ground for rugby, football and cricket is located a few minutes drive away, at Kempton Cricket Club. The club provides the School with excellent facilities and high quality playing surfaces for training sessions and fixtures. Sitting within 10 acres of dedicated playing fields the School has access to three full size football/rugby pitches, several cricket squares and cricket nets. In addition the School holds cross country events and sports days at the club and athletics and sports days at the Xcel Centre in Walton-on-Thames.
Curriculum
Our PE and Games curriculum encompasses a variety of sports which enables pupils to experience and apply their skills to different sports.
In Pre-Prep our focus is on introducing, exploring and building skills using a wide variety of equipment and activities.
From Year 3 to Year 6, pupils learn football, short tennis, badminton, handball, volleyball, dance, gymnastics and basketball in their PE lessons.
Our girls in Year 3 to Year 6, enjoy participating in netball, hockey and cricket during their Games lessons.
Pupils swim from Year 1 to Year 5 using external facilities and outside coaches provide specialist coaching.
Throughout every lesson there is an emphasis of the importance of fitness and health, which we believe are essential for pupils well-being, during school and beyond.
Throughout the school year, we regularly compete against other schools in fixtures and tournaments. In addition our pupils enjoy competing in local and national tournaments in a wide variety of sports.
Our sports programme is also complemented by a quality co-curricular after school club programme.
The Position
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Sports Coach to join our Sports Department and support our Heads of Sport in delivering the sports programme to all our pupils from Year 3 upwards.
The successful candidate will be a sportsperson who has played at an advanced level in one or more of the School’s core sports (rugby, football, netball, hockey or cricket). The expertise to deliver high quality coaching experiences for our pupils is crucial. The ability to engage, motivate and develop our pupils across the full range of sporting opportunities at the School will be key to success. An officiating or coaching qualification is highly desirable. Excellent subject knowledge and effective communication skills will be essential.
If you are passionate about sport, committed to high standards and excited by the opportunity to inspire and develop our pupils love of sport, we would like to hear from you.
Core Hours: 1.30pm - 4.15pm (3 afternoons a week)
Application Process
Apply directly below or for further information on Twickenham Prep visit:
Application deadline: 9am on Monday, 7th October 2024
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 14th October 2024
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised. Interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strong encouraged.
TPS is Committed to:
Encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion within the School and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim to create an environment where staff and pupils can flourish and be supported to work at their best. We understand the value that diversity and inclusion can bring and we aim to be truly representative of all sections of society and the communities that we support.
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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About Twickenham Preparatory School
- Twickenham Preparatory School
- Beveree, 43 High Street, Hampton
- Middlesex
- TW12 2SA
- United Kingdom
The School
Twickenham Preparatory School (TPS) is an independent, coeducational, day school for children aged 4 - 13, situated in South West London.
TPS has a reputation for being nurturing and pastorally strong with high academic standards and a broad curriculum. The School was established by a minister in the Church of England in 1969 on Twickenham Green and moved to its present site in Hampton in 1991.
There are currently c.270 pupils at the School with two classes in each year group from Reception to Year 6 and single classes in Year 7 & 8. Our girls leave at age 11, mainly to independent day schools in the local area, with our boys continuing their education until age 13, accessing a range of independent senior schools.
The School has excellent facilities including a modern, bright and colourful Pre-Prep, landscaped play areas, well-resourced subject rooms and a modern Music block with dedicated facilities.
Following a major renovation of additional premises adjacent to the School, 'The Hub@51' was opened in 2020. The new Art & DT department has a spacious teaching area and DT specialist equipment. The Hub@51 is a statement of the School's commitment to provide outstanding modern provision for the children and features a digital media suite, including broadcasting cameras an editing station and a radio station. Plans include opportunities for children to record and broadcast podcasts and short films.
Sport plays an integral part of life at TPS, and is further enhanced by access to excellent local sports facilities. Pupils enjoy regular fixtures in rugby, football, cricket, netball, hockey and rounders, and teams compete in local and national tournaments.
TPS are proud of their pupils’ success nationally in chess and Think Tank, an innovative thinking programme. The School has been IAPS National Chess Champions in the U11 and U13 categories on several occasions over recent years.
Staff are experienced, caring, enthusiastic and committed and visitors to the School often comment on the positive and friendly atmosphere that is evident throughout the School. Pupils are proud of their School and imbibe our School motto of being Calm, Courteous, Considerate and Courageous and to honour our golden rule to “treat others as you would like them to treat you.”
Staff Benefits
The School offers an attractive range of benefits as detailed below.
- Generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme for teaching staff and membership of IAPS Group Personal Pension for non-teaching staff
- Life Assurance cover
- Income Protection cover
- Personal Accident Insurance
- School Fee Remission Scheme
- Complimentary breakfast and lunch
- Complimentary drinks and snacks
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
- Health Care Plan
- Employee Counselling and Advice Line
- Childcare Voucher Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Location
The School is located in Hampton village on the north bank of the River Thames and close to Bushy Park. There are long strips of public riverside in Hampton and the Hampton Heated Open Air Pool is one of the few such swimming pools in Greater London. The area is steeped in local history including Hampton Court Palace, Garrick's House and the Temple to Shakespeare. Hampton Ferry provides access across the Thames to the main park of Molesey and the Thames Path National Trail.
Hampton’s neighbours include the equally highly desirable areas of Richmond Upon Thames, Teddington, Twickenham and East Molesey.
Transport
The School is a short five minute walk from Hampton station, which offers a regular train service directly into London Waterloo. Buses from Kingston, Twickenham and Richmond stop close to the School and there is easy access to a number of major routes including the M3 and M25 which are a short distance away.
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