We are seeking a motivated and proactive Sports Officer to support sports coaching, athlete development and the delivery of sports programmes at the University.
Job Responsibilities:
- Design and deliver personalised training and development programmes for individuals and groups, assess performance and progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records of participant development.
- Ensure all coaching and sports development activities are conducted in accordance with relevant legal, ethical, health and safety requirements, particularly in relation to athlete welfare and high-performance sports.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary performance support professionals, including physiotherapists, medical practitioners and nutritionists, to support athlete health, wellbeing and performance.
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with relevant external stakeholders, including youth services, schools, sports clubs, coaches, sports councils and other sports organisations, to support sports development initiatives and opportunities.
- Coordinate athlete and participant involvement in training sessions, meetings, competitions and other sports events, including planning and delivering relevant sports activities and programmes
- Support the day-to-day operations of the Sports Complex, including court and facility bookings, scheduling of activities and ensuring facilities are appropriately prepared for training, programmes and events.
Job Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree in Sports Science, Sports Development, Sports Coaching, Physical Education, Health and Exercise Sciences or a related discipline.
- Recognised coaching qualification/license in at least one sport
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong coaching, leadership and motivational skills
- Ability to engage, motivate and develop young people
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to assess performance and provide Constructive feedback
- Ability to build effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of sporting ability
- Awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion, including considerations relating to sport and disability
- Good understanding of the psychology underpinning successful sporting performance
- Good physical fitness and a strong interest in sport
- Adaptability and ability to respond to changing requirements
- Experience coaching individuals and/or teams
- Experience engaging with student clubs, sports activities and events
- Experience in team management or athlete development