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A NEW PLAN FOR SPORT | 2021-26
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Published: Friday, 02 July 2021 06:02 Written by Michelle
Sport Brighton has just launched their new plan for sport and physical activity for 2021-26. Titled 'Move Forward: 2021-26 Playbook', it sets out a vision and action plan for the University of Brighton that aligns to the current university strategic plan; Practical Wisdom.
Sport Brighton Parking Charges & Exemptions
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Parking charges have come into effect at all University of Brighton car parks. See below how this will work for our users.
Coaching Opportunities
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Published: Thursday, 20 June 2019 10:28
About
Sport Brighton is the University of Brighton’s sport service provider. Services range from the provision of facilities to sporting programmes. The University of Brighton currently has over 50 student sports clubs and enter 40 teams in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues.
Coaching
The University of Brighton has developed and extended its coached sport offer and currently has a range of vacancies available to the right candidates. Sport Brighton are looking for coaches who can engage, develop and ultimately help bring success to students at the University of Brighton.
Benefits and support
Coaches will be paid for weekly training session(s) and for fixtures/ agreed competitions. You will also be entitled to take membership of our fitness facilities for the period you are coaching. Branded t-shirts are provided to all coaching staff. Coaches will have regular meetings with team committee members and Sport Brighton staff to help monitor the needs of the club and its coaches. Support is also provided for further professional development and training courses. All coaches are offered free first aid training by one of our qualified first aid trainers.
Apply
To apply please send a covering letter and your CV of relevant experience to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or for further information please contact Lucy Callingham on 01273 643525
Current Vacancies
Rates of pay vary between £21-£34 per hour depending on qualifications. All coaches are required to be qualified to level 2 or above unless stated. Level 1s may be considered if the candidate also has notable experience. Coaching roles will commence in October 2023 and finish in April 2024 for teams in weekly BUCS competition, or June 2024for those competing in one off events. Dates and times of training are correct at time of posting but are subject to change.
Boxing
Boxing Coach (Brighton based)
• Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-630pm for training. 20 weeks, term time only
• Competitive Event (up to x2 a year)
• Training and matches are at Sport Brighton Sports Centre, Eastbourne
Cricket
Men’s Cricket Coach (EastbourneandBrighton training, Brighton matches)
• Sundays3 – 5pm for training. 20 weeks, term time only
• Wednesday afternoon x 5 weeks for matches (desirable)
• Training takes place at Sport Brighton Sports Centre, Eastbourne and home matches take place at University of Brighton, Falmer Campus
Netball
Netball Coach (Brighton based)
• Mondays 6:30-8:00pm for training. 20 weeks, term time only
• Wednesday afternoons x 10 weeks for matches (desirable)
• Training and matches are at Sport Brighton Sports Centre, Falmer
Brighton and Sussex Medical School Netball Coach (Brighton based)
• Tuesdays 6:30-8:00pm for training. 20 weeks, term time only
• Training and matches are at Sport Brighton Sports Centre, Falmer
Job Description
Main areas of responsibility:
1. To plan, organise and deliver sport specific sessions, which meet the needs of those student athletes participating in club sessions. In accordance with Sports Coach UK guidelines, coaches at this level plan, implement, analyse and revise coaching programmes.
Specific duties:
1.1 To provide a graduated development plan for the instruction of individual skills and techniques based on defined goals. This should include providing feedback to individuals in a manner appropriate to their level and in a supportive environment.
1.2 To provide a graduated development plan for the instruction of team skills and team tactics based on defined goals. This should include providing feedback to individuals and the team in a manner appropriate to their level and in a supportive environment.
1.3 To select and use a range of coaching styles and teaching methods which meet the needs of the athletes.
1.4 To prepare training programmes which meet the needs of each athlete, and to develop components of fitness as appropriate for the athlete and event
1.5 To provide clear and effective instruction, explanation and demonstrations and communicate effectively with team members.
1.6 To select and use a range of evaluation techniques to monitor training progress to improve performance.
1.7 To conduct effective observation and analysis and refine practices as required.
1.8 To take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others who may be affected by acts or omissions related to your work. Co-operate fully with the Sport Brighton Service with regard to any duty or requirement imposed on them by the relevant Health and Safety legislation to allow that duty or requirement to be carried out or complied with.
1.9 To ensure equity in sport and promote fair play.
1.10 To abide by the code of ethics and conduct for sports coaches developed by Sports Coach UK.
1.11 To monitor student attendance at sessions and reporting these to Sport Brighton.
Selection Criteria
• Knowledge/qualifications: National Governing Body recognised coaching award in the sport to be coached. Experience of coaching, ideally at a club/ university standard. An awareness of health and safety issues in a coaching environment.
• Communication: clear, concise, accurate and appropriate written and oral communication
• Service: demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to relevant service standards
• Self motivation: meets agreed objectives on own initiative; committed to continuous self-development
• Teamwork: works cooperatively with others, meeting agreed objectives
• Organisation: has developed effective work systems and meets agreed priorities efficiently
• Response to change: contributes positively to the introduction of change
• Physical: the postholder must be able to undertake all the physical requirements of the job, such as required to be an effective coach according to health and safety guidelines.
