Head of Careers and Higher Education

Information for Candidates

Head of Netball

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Trent College is a happy and flourishing HMC co- We give the highest priority to the quality of our educational, independent day and boarding academic provision. We are also proud of our school. There are c.770 pupils in the Senior reputation for delivering a fully rounded curriculum, School, which includes 140 boarders. There are with sport, music, art and drama all being important c.400 pupils in The Elms, which is the Junior elements of an education at Trent and The Elms. This, School to Trent College, which recruits pupils aged coupled with a focus on the strongest pastoral care, 3 – 11 and includes a Nursery. makes us a school that nurtures young men and

women to be the best they can be in terms of The campus is located in beautiful grounds and is achievement and character, enabling them to flourish conveniently located on the border of in a changing world. This is what stands at the very Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Founded in core of Trent and The Elms. 1866, Trent is a school with a rich heritage and traditions spanning nearly 150 years. Though we Required from September 2020, the Head of Netball value our unique and distinguished past, we have will be joining a forward-thinking, successful, happy our eyes firmly set on the demands being made on young people in the 21st century and a spirit of and ambitious school with exciting plans for its energy and innovation shapes our school life. development.

At Trent we offer GCSEs, iGCSEs, EPQ, BTEC and A Netball at Trent levels. Students can also opt into the Extended Project Qualification. We further stretch students preparing There is a very strong Netball culture at the school. with for OxbridgeTo At Trent and we other offer highly GCSEs, selectivend A levels. universities fixtures during the week, Saturday mornings and through aStudents programme can also opt of into lectures, the Extended seminars, Project Saturday afternoons. The Head of Netball will be presentationsQualification, and the debates. AQA Baccalaureate The quality, and a ran numberge and of expected to further enhance grow, develop and deliver a depth of activity at Trent is remarkable and the size Open University Courses. We further stretch students sustainable, ambitious and exciting programme. and scope of the school allows all pupils to find their preparing for Oxbridge and other highly selective niche. Pupils benefit from excellent coaching and facilities. universities through a programme of lectures, seminars, Pupils play at representative levels, from county, Trent has a very strong sporting tradition and an presentations and debates. The majority of our students through regional to full international level. enviable record of sporting achievement, with a go on to university, with an impressive quality and range national reputation in hockey, cricket, tennis and The school is committed to on-going excellence, and rugby.of courses Many undertaken.of our students Many areof our regularly students selected opt for thefor pupils benefit from a varied programme of development county, regional and national honours. traditional professional routes into medicine, law, the City and opportunities. and public service, but significant numbers increasingly There is an outstanding breadth and variety of music The department is part of a well-resourced and cohesive at Trent,choose frommore creative the formal and entrepreneurial disciplines of paths. choral As and we team, led by the Director of Sport and benefitting from classical wouldensemble hope to from the any informal school jazz that, seesrock itsand virtue swing in the support of a sports administrator who assists with a bands, with over 500 music lessons taught each week breadth and diversity, our students are as varied and whole range of administrative functions to support the by 25 specialist music staff. The quality and quantity unique as the multifarious interests they pursue. team. Each sport has its own ‘Head of Department’ of our drama productions is impressive and students responsible for the running and development of their are encouraged to join in with a wide range of plays area. and reviews.

The school also fully understands the importance of all-round opportunity in the form of activities such as CCF, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, community and service work and other associated opportunities for leadership development.

Pastoral care & boarding

The quality of pastoral care is a significant feature of Trent and the small tutor groups and attention given to each individual is at the heart of this intimate and friendly community.

Trent enjoys a strong boarding ethos with boarding places available from Year 7 upwards. Many pupils elect to board in their final years at Trent enabling them to meet better their work commitments whilst still playing a full part in our busy school life.

As a key element of our most recent strategic plan there is an emphasis on wellbeing and the benefits of a positive education. It goes without saying that a broad, successful and inclusive co-curricular programme is an essential element of this.

Job Description

Trent College seeks to appoint a Head of Netball from September 2020, to lead and manage all aspects of Netball at Trent College, whilst generating strong foundations through close consultation and involvement of the programme run at The Elms (The Junior School to Trent College). This will be an outstanding opportunity for a professional to drive netball in a leading independent school. The College seeks a charismatic leader, visionary coach and teacher who can efficiently manage a large and complex programme of netball. The successful candidate will have a clear understanding of the place of netball in modern day independent school sport and the challenges and opportunities that brings.

The successful candidate will build on the strong provision for performance and participation netball from The Elms to Trent College, establish a positive environment and build a culture of enthusiastic participation, progression and performance amongst all pupils.

The Head of Netball will report to the Director of Sport and will have the responsibility for pushing achievement forward for all age groups and abilities. Increasing the profile of netball through the development of club and county players should be a realistic goal, therefore creating strong links with representative organisations and performance pathways.

The Sports Programme

Our sports philosophy is based on the ‘3 P’s’ – Participation - Progression – Performance. Our aim is to provide the opportunity for all Trent College and The Elms pupils to find an activity they enjoy, which will help them lead a healthy and active lifestyle, then for those who are able, we deliver the highest levels of support through our performance programmes enabling each pupil to reach for excellence. Our performance sports are Rugby, Hockey and Cricket for boys, Hockey, Netball and Tennis for girls. Cricket for girls is fast becoming another powerful sport at the school.

The 3 P’s are communicated widely and regularly, our pupils understand where they fit along the sliding scale between competition and participation, encouragingly the benefit is that they can see a pathway to achieving a higher level. Whether that be representing the school, achieving a new personal best or striving to become a National Champion.

We run a values driven programme, it is our understanding that our values drive our behaviours and our behaviours drive our performance. Fundamentally, if both our pupils and staff, can exhibit the correct actions and attitudes, the score will take care of itself. Our behaviours are shaped by developing density in our leadership, a sense of pride in our work, honesty in our choices, effort in all we do and a commitment to team work which is all underpinned by the importance of humility.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategic Development

 Demonstrate the ability to communicate, influence and inspire netball players and staff, acting as a role model for all pupils within the school and the positive benefits playing netball has on the whole person.

 Be a highly qualified netball coach with the ability to deliver sessions across all age ranges and abilities.

 Have played or coached netball to a high standard which is reflective of the competitive nature of Independent School Sport.

 Have a clear understanding of cultural change on a wide and diverse scale and having the ambition, personality and skills to drive through positive change and cultural standards and behaviours.

 Develop strong links with The Elms (The Junior School to Trent College) to develop a ‘whole school’ development plan for netball.

 Lead, organise and develop a team of coaches, ensuring they have the correct qualifications and receive regular coach development sessions.

 Establish a clear direction for netball within Trent College with associated values and standards through a Development Plan with short, medium and long term goals aligned to that of the Whole School sports programme.

 Ensure there is a shared understanding of goals, objectives and standards of performance by staff, and players aligned with the Whole School sports programme.

 Organise and oversee, in conjunction with team coaches, any pre-season netball, or out of season netball, for all age groups, to facilitate a safe and successful start to a season.

 Ensure entry to tournaments that help to raise the profile of the sport within the school and outside the college.

 To have or create links and involvement within performance pathways, gaining access to high level coaching and assistance with the identification of talented players who could potentially join Trent College.

Coaching

 Have a clear philosophy of coaching and the ability to communicate that to parents, teachers and players throughout the organisation.

 Be the lead coach within the School, establishing a positive games based philosophy that engages all levels of player.

 Organise individual sessions for all players and run development sessions as appropriate with strategic goals and aims.

 Utilise specialist coaches where appropriate, having created excellent links with relevant organisations.

 Demonstrate clear evidence of consultation and discussion with the players and coaching staff regarding player performance and selection.

 Provide accurate and meaningful performance assessments and feedback to players on areas for improvement on a regular and timely basis and monitor player progress throughout the year.

 Maintain exceptional standards of discipline and presentation by staff and players at all times.

Operational Management

 Organise and confirm a suitable set of matches for all year groups and abilities

 Organise entry to National Competitions and appropriate regional and county competitions

 Undertake all logistical arrangements for the netball programme and liaise with the Sports Administrator to ensure these arrangements are in place well in advance.

 Ensure that staff and the school coaching department have the most up to date medical care and that over time, the Trent College netball programme is industry leading, driving standards of best practice.

 Manage the budget for kit and equipment ensuring this is ordered and kept properly.

 Oversee the development of tours in line with the departmental tour strategy that enables pupils to perform to a high level in changing environments.

 Demonstrate an understanding of strength and conditioning and the ability to implement a clear, sustainable and realistic programme to support all netball players within the school, ensuring they are physically ready for the competitive nature of the sport.

Communication

 Provide a weekly plan of organisation for the running of netball to be sent to all staff involved. With clear and strategic weekly objectives that feeds into a longer term vision.

 Ensure effective communication of timetabled sport, extra-curricular practices and match day organisation to pupils, parents and staff.

 To create ‘channels of communication’ between team coaches and specialist staff, with regard to skill development and game understanding needs arising from match days.

 Liaise with all parents across all age groups ensuring they are clear on logistics and engaged in the philosophy and participation of the programme.

 Create and develop links with feeder Schools to give Trent College the best opportunity to be the number one provider of future netball to the prep school market.

 Identify and engage talent (high performing athletes) from outside of the school that may add significant value to the netball programme

Other requirements of the post

 Adhere to and maintain School Policies and Procedures

 Take responsibility for safeguarding the pupils, including a clear understanding of concussion management.

 Understand the demands of life in a busy Independent Day and Boarding School.

Remuneration

Salary package will be commensurate with experience and qualifications, and includes a generous school fee discount, private medical insurance and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities. Accommodation may also be available.

Application Process Please see below for Person Specification:

An application form and covering letter (addressed to the Head, Mr Bill Penty) containing an account of your suitability for the post should be completed and sent to Mrs Morag Daykin (HR Manager), Trent College, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 4AD or by email to [email protected] no later than noon on 16th March 2020

Trent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Should your application be successful an enhanced disclosure will be requested from the Disclosure and Barring Service and any contractual offer will be subject to rigorous recruitment procedures.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will meet many of the following criteria:

• Positive ‘can do attitude’ • Strong force of personality to instigate cultural shift • Solution focused • Self-motivated • Inspirational teacher • Ambition • Exceptional leadership skills • Resilient • Emotional intelligence to work in a large and diverse department • A generosity of spirit and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Qualifications Essential Desirable Netball qualification (UKCC Level 2) X Level C Umpiring Qualification X Qualified Teacher Status X D1 Minibus Driving Licence X Coaching qualifications from our other Performance Sports (rugby, X hockey, tennis, cricket) Ability to teach academic Physical Education (A Level, BTEC and GCSE) X Experience Experience of delivering games sessions at a high level in one or more X of the following performance sports – hockey, tennis, rugby & cricket Experience of teaching Physical Education from Year 7-9 X To have played competitive sport to a suitable standard, comparable X with Independent School Sport To have coached Netball to a competitive standard X Skills and Knowledge Ability to think strategically and creatively. X Ability to communicate vision and goals. X Dynamic coaching skills X Dynamic leadership skills X Excellent interpersonal skills X Excellent ability to build rapport and respect with players, coaches and X parents

Personal Competencies and Qualities Essential Desirable Ability to inspire, challenge and develop staff and pupils. X Be proactive, ambitious, determined and energetic. X To have the competence, charisma and drive to establish cultural shift, X acting as an agent of positive change. Work to a consistently high standard and cooperatively seek ways to X improve the provision for pupils. Ability to find solutions to problems. X Resilience and optimism in the face of challenges X To be able to negotiate, flex and understand the school’s aim and X objectives in line with the netball programme. The ability to work efficiently and effectively on own initiative. X A positive attitude to use of authority and maintaining discipline. X Be capable of anticipating and responding to the needs of pupils and X their parents. Actively support the values of the School and provide a model of X integrity for pupils.

Trent College, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4AD Tel: 0115 849 4949 www.trentcollege.net