Job Description

UWCSEA is seeking Health & Performance Coordinator for its Dover Campus to start in November 2022.

The UWCSEA Health & Performance Coordinator is a key member of the UWCSEA Physical Education & Sports Team, responsible for the design, delivery and monitoring of the student, staff and Community Exercise, Strength and Conditioning Programmes. The Health & Performance Coordinator reports to the Director of Activities & Sports and the Chair of Physical Education to implement, deliver and monitor a progressive, expansive Health & Performance Programme along with associated financial and communication support systems.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic planning of Activities and Physical Education Health & Performance Programme.

Develop and implement a Parent Health Programme

Develop and implement an Athletic Performance Programme. Including athlete data testing systems, strength & conditioning programmes, injury prevention and recovery.

Lead, develop, mentor and manage the team of Health & Performance instructors

Collaborate with and provide support and in service training for: the Physical Education Dept; Aquatic, Tennis, Gymnastics, Basketball & Climbing depts; Community Sports Activities dept; High, Middle and Junior School Competitive Sports Depts; the Parent Association; the Staff Association and; the Boarding House

Develop & coordinate student, target setting and feedback systems and practices

Lead student, staff and parent personal and group Health & Performance sessions

Develop and manage the vision & content of the Health & Performance website

Line Manage the Health & Performance Budget

Implement and monitor policies for access, safe use and monitoring of Health & Performance Centre equipment & resources

Assist teachers, coaches and the P.E & sports assistant team to set and break down facilities & equipment for Days of Sports, local and International sports tournaments.

Person Specifications

Bachelor's Degree ideal, minimum Diploma with additional Strength & Conditioning Qualifications

PGCE desirable

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a similar position working in Schools, Colleges, Professional Sports Clubs and/or the Fitness industry.

A strong knowledge of contemporary youth and adult general exercise & fitness, athletic performance, strength & conditioning, injury prevention & rehabilitation practice and the practical ability to run a wide variety of related courses.

A proactive worker who seeks opportunities to improve, solves problems, faces challenge and stretches capabilities.

An enthusiastic team contributor who supports others, promotes new ideas and cooperates across teams.

A customer focussed attitude with an ability to design solutions for a variety of needs.

Personally physically fit and a role model to the Health & Performance Centre users.

Excellent English (written and spoken) and the ability to communicate confidently and respectfully with International School students, parents and staff.

Flexibility to work during weekends and evenings.

Application

UWCSEA welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

UWCSEA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from those who wish to join a community which is inclusive, and which celebrates diversity.