Premier League Primary Stars Coordinator, LFC Foundation
We have an exciting opportunity for individuals to join our Liverpool FC Foundation team as a PL Primary Stars Coordinator. In this role you will support the delivery of the LFC Foundations’ current Premier League Primary Stars Programme and be tasked with delivering classroom lessons for pupils on topics including PSHE, English and Maths. You will support the schools by providing extra‑curricular clubs, school assemblies, workshops, social action projects, tournaments, competitions and transition support to secondary schools. You will work with teachers to improve confidence in running PE lessons and work as part of a team across mass participation events. The Premier League Primary Stars uses the appeal of the Premier League and Liverpool football club to inspire children to learn, be active and develop important life skills.
What will you be doing?
* Update LFC Foundation’s reporting database.
* Take responsibility for the delivery of the Premier League Primary Stars programme in a designated cohort of schools.
* Plan and prepare prior to each session using the PL Primary Stars templates and consider all abilities, ages, and SEND considerations.
* Deliver the following topics to the highest possible standard across a variety of ages and abilities: PE, PSHE, English, Maths, Extra‑curricular Clubs, School Assemblies, Workshops, Social Action, Tournament and competitions, Transition to secondary school sessions, Teacher CPD events/sessions and mentoring.
* Ensure all activities are delivered in line with the current primary school curriculum and OFSTED guidelines.
* Work closely with primary school teachers to provide support and advice to improve their confidence in delivering PE.
* Organise and run teacher training workshops to designated primary schools and staff as part of the PL Primary Stars programme.
* Develop and maintain positive relationships with LFC partner schools and their key staff including head teachers, PE coordinators and receptionists.
* Liaise directly with partner schools to support and promote additional LFC activity.
* Collect the appropriate monitoring and evaluation documentation for each session and assist in the upkeep of VIEWS/Salesforce online monitoring and evaluation.
* Ensure all activities are correctly monitored with the appropriate risk assessment and health and safety measures.
* Demonstrate willingness to improve through CPD and courses.
* Understand safeguarding policies and procedures, deliver bespoke interventions to individuals or cohorts, and support holiday camps and half‑term activation when needed.
Who are we looking for?
To be successful in this role, you will have a proven track record of delivering sports coaching in schools to young people of all ages and abilities.
Qualities and experience
Comprehensive knowledge of the PE national curriculum across KS1 & KS2 and an understanding of different teaching and learning styles. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable qualifications
* Hold or be willing to work towards the 1st 4sport Level 3 certificate in supporting the delivery of physical education.
* Hold or be willing to work towards the 1st 4sport Level 2 award in multi‑skill development in sport.
Why should you apply?
This role is offering full‑time fixed‑term contract opportunities for 12 months, working 35 hours per week on a 5 from 7‑day basis including evenings and weekends when required. Your main base will be Anfield Sports & Community Centre, Liverpool; however you will also be required to work from other locations across Merseyside and be willing to travel within England and Wales.
The role offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days), and access to a benefits kit bag which includes a contributory pension scheme matching up to 5.5%, life assurance cover, free financial guidance and mortgage advice, car salary sacrifice scheme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, exclusive LFC perks, and more. The club also offers employee assistance programme and a health cash plan.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and strive to hire people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
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