sports first aider

We are seeking a dedicated sports first aider andcoach to support our PE and games departmentacross the whole school. This role is essentialin providing comprehensive sports first aid,rehabilitation assistance and general supportacross our school's sporting activities. This role willalso provide supervision in our fitness suite whenneeded.,

• Collaborate closely with our care centre,
Return to Play specialists and the strength and conditioning coach to ensure safe rehabilitation for injured athletes
• Support follow-up rehabilitation and monitoring
of student-athletes recovering from injuries
• Provide physiotherapy advice to pupils on the
rehabilitation of minor injuries and strategies for the prevention of further injuryCoaching and support
• Support the PE department with general
duties throughout the week, ensuring smooth operations within the sports department
• Attend Saturday morning fixtures, including away
games
• Provide support in PE lessons and assist with
coaching as part of the games programme (an ability to coach one of Claremont's primary sports would be advantageous)
• Assist with the running of after-school sport
during the week
• Participate in departmental meetings
• Assist with any other reasonable tasks deemed
necessary to aid the smooth running of the school6 | claremontfancourt.co.ukKEY RESPONSIBILITIESFirst aid responsibilities
• Provide pitch-side first aid emergency care to
pupils during sports fixtures and practices after school and on Saturdays
• Maintain an appropriate first aid qualification
and undertake training as required
• Follow first-aid and health and safety policies in
accordance with school policy
• Liaise on match days with colleagues (teaching
staff and coaches), Return to Play specialists, and parents as necessary
• Report injuries and maintain records in
conjunction with Health and Safety regulations, including updating student records relating to accidents and issues that need to be reported through EVOLVE
• Liaise with Estate and Facilities and the Care
Centre to ensure adequate supplies of essential first aid items are on hand and the department's first aid kits are properly stocked claremontfancourt.co.uk | 5Gym management
• Oversee the gym facility and provide support to
the pupils and staff who use it
• Supervise users to ensure safe use of equipment
and reduce the chance of injury
• Conduct risk assessments and follow health and
safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Maintain the equipment and report any issues to
the Directors of Sport/facilities department
• Create an induction programme for pupils and
staff and ensure all new gym members receive a detailed induction before being allowed to use the gym
• Ensure a high standards of hygiene and cleaning
procedures
• Report all accidents and near misses through the
correct channels

This position would suit a recent graduate from asports related discipline (e.g. physiotherapy or sportand exercise science) or an individual interested ina career in education or sports. Candidates shouldpossess a strong passion for sports and a desireto gain hands-on experience in a dynamic schoolenvironment.,
• Up to date sports first aid training (can be Ability to work as part of a wider team
provided)
• Excellent communication skills (written and
• Knowledge and experience as a first aid verbal)
practitioner
• A willingness to be flexible and adapt to the
• Experience treating sports related injuries demands and needs of the School
• Experience working with young people or in an A willingness to adhere to the mission, vision and
education setting ethos of the school
• An ability to use initiative and make quick Eager to learn and able to attend all INSETs
decisions relating to the first aid provision of
• An awareness of health and safety issues and
young people compliance with health and safety policies
• A graduate in a sports related subject Awareness of the nature of the school and a
• Knowledge and experience of gym equipment commitment to its all-round ethos, co-curricular
and safety procedures activities and pastoral approach

Welcome to Claremont Fan Court School. We are We prioritise, too, an understanding of charactera thriving, co-educational independent day school and the way in which our relationship with othersin Surrey for pupils aged 2½ to 18. Founded in 1922, are fundamental to our successes in life, universitywe recently celebrated our 100th anniversary as an and careers.evolving, successful school. Where else, within a school bus ride from south westWe are proud of Claremont Fan Court School's London, can children from 2 ½ to 18 balance foreststrong reputation for being a compassionate, child schools with further maths, lacrosse with the pursuitcentred, truly co-educational school of choice of a medical career, learning history in a buildingfor families seeking an academically ambitious that made history or playing rugby while designingenvironment that educates the whole child. for a fashion show.Set in 100 acres of historic grounds, Claremont is Teachers, staff, pupils and their families areknown for focussing on the academic potential of expected to support and extend the atmosphereour pupils, but not at the expense of their pastoral of respect, courtesy, the love of learning and thewellbeing; for a culture that nurtures pupils' limitlessvalue of friendship that is held dear at Claremontpotential, not just in exams but also in equipping Fan Court School. This peaceful and purposefulthem with the skills to shape the world around them intent extends throughout every lesson and into theat university, in their careers and in the wider societypastoral and co-curricular activities we offer.beyond., Sport at Claremont is overseen by two directors of Promoting self-confidence, self-respect and a sensewhole school sport to ensure that all pupils from of responsibility to all pupils is essential. In Yearsages 2.5 years up to 18 years develop the knowledge, 7-9, pupils have three lessons of PE per week (twoskills and a passion for sport and fitness. games and one PE), following a broad and balanced curriculum of games and athletic and gymnasticThe physical education department is a group activities. Years 10, 11 and the sixth form have twoof hard working, energetic teachers and sports periods as a games afternoon.coaches who work together across all of the schoolsto achieve excellent results. In addition to this a The facilities of the PE department include a sportsnumber of non-PE teaching staff coach and manage hall which has one indoor netball court/one tennisteams. court/four badminton courts, a gymnasium, a fitness suite and changing facilities. There are sevenOur primary sports include football, rugby, lacrosse, outdoor netball/tennis courts, four lacrosse pitches,and netball, with athletics, cricket, and tennis duringa summer athletics track, four cricket nets and twothe summer term cricket squares. There are also six rugby/football pitches and an outdoor swimming pool.Pupils are taught to understand the relevance of ahealthy lifestyle in relation to their everyday lives.Sport is an ever-changing subject and the successfulcandidate should be open to new ideas and beambitious for themselves and the department.

Our mission guides the ethos of the school and is aprimary document for all who work at the school.
• To provide an environment where the Godgiven
potential of every individual is recognised and valued. With this recognition comes the expectation of high personal achievement and moral standards and a developing awareness of our individual responsibility to each other and our world
• To maintain a broad and forward-looking
curriculum in which pupils are encouraged to think independently to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world
• To encourage our pupils to awaken to all that is
good and true within and around them in their spiritual journey of self- discovery
• To equip our pupils with a strong set of values
for future decision making
• The following values are fundamental to
everything we do: courtesy, respect, trust, moral integrity, self discipline, love for God and man
• The School embraces the whole Claremont
family: pupils, parents, guardians, staff and governors in its mission, vision and ethosVisionIn accordance with our mission, Claremont FanCourt develops individuals who are outstandingcitizens, aware of their responsibility to others andcontribute positively to global society.We realise this by being a high-quality school ofchoice where young people achieve more than theythink is possible.EthosGoodness underpins this school. Teachers, staff,pupils and their families are expected to supportand extend the atmosphere of respect, courtesy,the love of learning and the value of friendship thatis held dear at Claremont Fan Court School. Thispeaceful and purposeful intent extends throughoutevery lesson and into the pastoral and co-curricularactivities we offer.Young people leave Claremont Fan Court Schoolas confident, contributing and caring members ofthe global community. They cherish the values thatequip them to make a positive contribution and be aforce for good in the world., location and is a warm and welcoming community.Professional standards are high, and we encourageongoing training and personal development.The school is located just outside Esher in Surreyand is easily accessible from the A3, M3 and M25with ample free staff parking. The nearest trainstation is Claygate which is a 25-minute walk, withlocal bus services also available.Esher and its neighbouring towns offer easy accessto both central London and the stunning Surreycountryside, offering a feeling of space whilstbeing only a stone's throw from London and all thefacilities a capital city has to offer.8 | claremontfancourt.co.ukThe local area has a mix of leisure activitiesavailable. Both the historic palace at Hampton Courtand the beautiful gardens at RHS Wisley are nearby,as well as Sandown Racecourse. There are many artsvenues (theatres, cinemas, live music) and sportsclubs in the surrounding area and for cyclists there isaccess to some of the finest roads.Benefits include group personal pension plan - theschool makes a generous contribution with a 3%employee contribution, 5 x salary life assurance,cycle to work scheme as well as complimentarylunches and refreshments during term time.Terms and conditionsHours11:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday (with a half anhour unpaid lunch break) & 8:30am to 12:30pm onSaturdays. This is a term time role plus additionaltime for pre-season training and tours.SalaryDependent on experience