Assistant Head of Sport (Secondary)

Job Title: Assistant Head of Sport (Secondary)

Department: Sport

Our Purpose at The Alice Smith School

As reflected in our school song: ‘Soon there were two, who were joined by a few’. Alice Smith initiated a movement with just two individuals, igniting a positive ripple effect. She motivated other families to accompany her on this journey, establishing a supportive environment for generations of learners and creating a second home for thousands.

In this spirit, we continue to foster the Alice Smith ethos by cultivating a caring community that encourages our students to bravely, curiously, and compassionately explore the world.

Together, we aim to build a brighter future.

Our mission is deeply rooted in our three strategic pillars:

Our People

We are a diverse group of experts and inquisitive minds collaborating to redefine education and guide learning for a constantly evolving world.

Our Students

We empower students to navigate varied paths with bravery and curiosity, within an environment that enables them to realize their fullest potential.

Our World

We are a connected and supportive community that innovates, learns, and explores together.

The Opportunity (Overview of the role)

The Assistant Head of Sport plays a pivotal role in supporting the Director of Sport (DoS) in fostering a robust professional culture characterized by interdisciplinary teamwork and dynamic professional conversations. This position entails providing professional leadership and management in assigned areas by the DoS, ensuring that program staff operate effectively as a cohesive team, the quality of the program is exceptional, resources are utilized efficiently, learning standards are high, and there is a continuous pursuit of improvement. Creativity and innovation are integral to the team’s approach to teaching and learning, and a variety of competitive local and regional fixtures are scheduled throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities/duties:

As a key educational leader, the Assistant Head of Sport must exhibit effective leadership and management skills, motivating and challenging all staff and students to excel through:

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Building trust and confidence

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Fostering team commitment among colleagues and students

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Engaging and inspiring staff and students

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Employing analytical thinking

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Taking positive action to enhance the quality of student experiences

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Complying with the school's policies and procedures

Line Management Responsibilities:

The Assistant Head of Sport reports to the Director of Sport and will assist with specific areas of responsibility, which may include:

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Leading designated program leads and sports coaches

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Championing excellence in the sports program

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Promoting celebration, achievement, and progression

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Engaging with the wider community

Main Tasks:

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Cultivate trust and confidence through personal practice and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to enhancing session delivery and sports offerings

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Engage in proactive communication, collaborating with the DoS to ensure timely and clear information dissemination regarding sports programs, events, and fixtures

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Encourage a high-quality professional dialogue, fostering collaboration and supporting both individual and team professional development

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Assist the DoS in guiding the professional learning direction for the team, identifying and leveraging school-based and external professional development opportunities and integrating insights into training and support

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Support both internal and external staff involved in the sports program by providing clear expectations, appropriate safeguarding training, communication channels, resources, and constructive feedback

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Monitor performance actively and address issues as they arise; in collaboration with the DoS, clarify expectations, implement support measures, and establish clear improvement targets

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Assist the DoS in overseeing the health and safety of physical learning environments and facilities, collaborate with Maintenance and SLT as necessary, and conduct risk assessments for all events, fixtures, and tournaments

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Model exemplary teaching practices and a commitment to professional growth, actively seeking opportunities for pedagogical innovation, collaboration, and the sharing of best practices within the team

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Support the DoS in ensuring the sports program is adequately resourced to meet the needs of all students, including preparing, presenting, and negotiating the annual sports program budget

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Collaborate with the DoS and the Primary Head of Sport to facilitate arrangements for all SEASAC, FOBISIA, and AIMS entries, ensuring that team selections are based on fair and transparent criteria and each team has a dedicated coach

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Assist in organizing local fixtures and tournaments

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Support the House Leader in coordinating inter-house sports events as directed by the DoS

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Aid the DoS in keeping notice boards and SOCS updated for students regarding all sports fixtures (including current team rosters, results, awards, photographs, and other relevant fixture information)

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Assist the DoS in monitoring and enhancing student engagement and performance within the sports program

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Celebrate student achievements through the school’s recognition and achievement frameworks

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Support the DoS in effectively communicating all pertinent information to parents regarding school sports fixtures and competitions, including selection letters, newsletters, match reports, future updates, school presentations, phone calls, and problem-solving, while ensuring adherence to the parent code of conduct

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Participate in and support school events and initiatives through active involvement and collaboration

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Maintain the school's reputation and standing in the community at all times

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Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, report any concerns, and take appropriate steps to maintain a safe environment

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Demonstrate professionalism, cultural sensitivity, teamwork, and a dedication to continuous improvement.

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Adhere to the school's policies and procedures

All staff members are responsible for placing safeguarding at the core of our operations, adopting a whole-school approach. Please refer to the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy available on our website.

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This job description should be read alongside the WS Teacher JD, which it builds upon, and the KLASS Teachers’ Code of Professional Practice.

All staff are responsible for ensuring that safeguarding is central to everything we do, adopting a whole-school approach. Please refer to the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy for more information.

Safe Recruitment Practices:

As a school with a diverse group of experts, we adhere to recruitment practices that meet the highest international standards. We conduct comprehensive pre-employment checks on candidate references and verify qualifications. For more information regarding the School's 'Pre-Appointment Checks,' please contact our People and Culture representative, as processes may vary for individuals of different nationalities.

We emphasize thorough scrutiny of checks as they are essential in providing a safe and secure environment for our students. By maintaining rigorous recruitment practices, we aim to create a nurturing and protected learning atmosphere for all our students.

The responsibilities of this role may adapt over time in response to the evolving needs of the school. This job description may be reviewed at the reasonable discretion of the Head of School and school leadership in light of those changing requirements and in consultation with the post holder.