AN INDEPENDENT CO-EDUCATIONAL DAY AND BOARDING SCHOOL FOR PUPILS AGED 7 TO 18 IN THE HEART OF SURREY
Visiting Sports Coach - Netball Information for prospective staff
About Freemen's Our mission is to inspire our people to learn, to lead and to make a difference. We believe that if we can motivate pupils and staff to always give their best, the School will continue to grow and thrive. Community engagement and our impact on the world beyond our walls are at the forefront of everything we do at Freemen’s. The School was founded in Brixton in 1854 to provide an education for the orphaned children of Freemen of the City of London before moving to the present site, Ashtead Park, in 1926. We have a magnificent site with modern buildings alongside the original Main House set in a stunning 57 acres of parkland. This idyllic setting further supports the wellbeing of our students and staff, as being here, in the park, makes coming to work a pleasure. It looks striking in every season and we are lucky to have a vast array of wildlife living in our woods. Today, Freemen’s is an independent day and boarding school for students aged 7-18, with a strong ethos of community and service in accordance with the values on which the School
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was founded. We are proudly co-educational and have been since 1854, which was radical at the time, and we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with our forward-thinking, progressive approach. You can expect stellar exam results and academic excellence, but that’s not all. The focus within the School is on every individual finding a path which is appropriate for them, be that in the classroom, on a sports pitch or in one of the many co-curricular activities we encourage our young people to throw themselves into. Our mission is built upon four pillars of the Freemen’s education: pastoral support, House activities, academic achievement, and our varied co-curricular programme (including sport) to ensure every student realises their potential to be able to learn, lead and make a difference. Freemen’s is a place where students are keen to learn and eager to engage in the wider aspects of life at our School. Teachers at Freemen's embody our principles for excellent classroom practice, offering innovative and forward-thinking approaches, enabling us to be a beacon of learning and teaching. We take risks in the pursuit of excellence by being brave and radical, willing to challenge the status quo. Through our 1-1 iPad programme, we aim to create discerning users of technology,
About Freemen's so that staff and students can thrive in the modern dynamic world. We do all of this, in an environment where staff feel supported, by investing in life-long learning through research-led enquiry and building learning communities. The emphasis in the Junior School is on Kindness, Honesty and Fun and the Senior School picks up that message with a pastoral programme that emphasizes the importance of a strong, supportive community in which every member, staff and student, feels respected, supported and valued. As a result, we are able to support our young people to successfully navigate the tests of life they face every day. The School is one of four independent schools managed by the City of London Corporation (The City). The City provides financial support in the form of bursaries and scholarships. Other links with the City of London and the Livery Companies are strong, which presents opportunities for staff to attend events at Guildhall and elsewhere in the City, as well as the possibility of gaining the honour of the Freedom of the City of London. Transport links are good; the School is a mile from Ashtead station with regular services to Epsom and London and south to Leatherhead and Guildford. The M25 junction 9 is a seven-minute drive from the School.
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Sport at Freemen's The Sports Department is thriving and busy, offering a wide range of PE, Games and co-curricular opportunities. We are proud of our broad and varied sports programme that puts pupils first. Our objective is to nurture students into better people through sport, enabling them to learn, lead and make a difference, whilst ensuring that when they leave us, they continue to participate in physical activity for life. We offer a programme that is competitive, but also with a focus on participation, catering for the variety of students under our care. We are extremely proud that 78% of pupils have represented the school in three or more competitive fixtures this academic year alone, which is a result of the breadth of opportunity, choice and student pathways that we provide for every student. Fixtures take place on at the weekend and in Games afternoons, during which the school students compete in County, Regional and National competitions across numerous sports.
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Freemen’s is seeking a Junior Head of Sport that is keen to move this vision forward, whilst ensuring that excellence and competitive opportunities continue to be provided at the top end. The sports department is growing and as we continue to expand our provision, we are keen that the department works closely with external organisations that will allow us to create stronger partnerships within the local community, allowing Freemen’s to further our sporting reach by creating positive relationships with external coaches, sporting venues and other providers. Part of this growth and development, will involve embedding our Pupil Athlete Support Scheme (P.A.S.S), within which programme our high-performance athletes are supported with the knowledge, understanding, lifestyle experiences and support structures to ensure they can perform and compete, whilst balancing their studies and other commitments. The department consists of nine PE teachers and is led by a Director of Sport, Assistant Director of Sport, Head of Senior School Sport and Head of Junior School Sport. This strategic team work closely to support all colleagues in the department to ensure that the quality of each sport remains competitive, and is performing in line with the School’s vision and aims. The department is well supported by an excellent
Sport at Freemen's number of coaching staff and members of the wider common room, all of all of whom make a significant contribution to sport at Freemen’s. Freemen’s boasts state-of-the-art sports facilities with a large sports hall, a swimming pool (opened 2018), a modern strength and conditioning gym, a new all-weather pitch, two squash courts, a multi-activity room, four hard courts, a PE classroom and a large number of on-site sports fields accommodating for rugby, football, athletics and cricket. The PE curriculum is diverse and progressive. At KS2 students focus on fundamental movement skills, physical literacy and swimming. In KS3 and above, pupils take part in a broad range of sports and activities that typically change every four weeks. Through the delivery of these activities, the department also focuses on developing students’ character traits such as resilience, empathy, creativity, ambition, cooperation and many more. The department consistently achieves excellent academic results at both GCSE and A Level. Currently, fifty students study academic PE across both key stages. Each year group enjoys one Games afternoon a week. Boys’ main sports are football, rugby and cricket, whereas the girls enjoy hockey, netball and cricket. The provision for many other sports has increased in recent years, with boys being able to try hockey, with the girls competing in rugby/football. One of our passions is to break tradition and be forward looking with our approach to sport and the choice provided. This has led to the school playing fixtures in 13 different sports across the school year.
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Information about the role Responsible to: Director of Sport.
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Hours of work: The post is term time only and the hours of work will be agreed each term with the Director of Sport.
To ensure that all sessions are designed to develop the skills and understanding of the players being coached.
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To evaluate all coaching sessions and games with the coaching team and players. To provide feedback on pupils’ progress and achievement as appropriate to the Director of Sport, other coaches, players and parents.
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To develop strategy and vision for the sport, in accordance with the wishes of the Director of Sport and the Games/PE Department.
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To select an appropriate squad/team for fixtures, communicating relevant information regarding that team to players, parents and colleagues.
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To attend inter-schools matches as required by the Director of Sport and: To manage inter-school fixtures including any refereeing/umpiring needed. To monitor the progress of players involved. To drive squads to and from matches using School minibuses (for which training is provided by the School).
Remuneration: Hourly Paid. There are separate hourly rates of pay for coaching pupils and for accompanying pupils to and from, and during matches. General: The Visiting Sports Coach will support and promote the School’s Aims as set out in the School Vision Statement, and will maintain the highest standards of behaviour and sportsmanship both on and off the field, leading by example. Specific responsibilities: •
To play a full part as a member of the coaching team responsible for the appropriate age group.
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To plan, prepare and deliver individual coaching sessions for the age group squads, in accordance with the School and Departmental policies, including Health and Safety and Risk Assessment as directed by the Director of Sport.
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Visiting Sports Coach - Netball
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To make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and methods, and on the principles of growth and development of young people. Attend regular coaching inset/courses.
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To maintain appropriate and up to date coaching and First Aid qualifications and to have up to date knowledge of the appropriate requirements for coaching pupils, as laid down by the sport’s governing body.
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Professional expectations of staff Safeguarding Staff will be kind, fair and respectful to students and each other, challenge others when they are unkind, unfair or disrespectful and have the highest regard for the students’ safety and their safeguarding duties, whether on or off the school premises. Appearance Smart professional dress, or appropriate co-curricular clothing, at all times. Availability Prompt attendance during the School’s operating hours and a commitment to completing School business is expected. Awareness and use of Freemen’s policies Staff will be able to access and use policies as necessary, and read and act upon them appropriately. Behaviour Staff will establish Freemen’s as a place of learning and will determine clear boundaries of behaviour, based on mutual respect and trust. Staff will have high expectations of students and will manage their behaviour effectively.
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Collective responsibility Staff share collective responsibility for Freemen’s standards, reputation and property, should treat them with respect and care, and insist others do likewise. Communication Staff will expect high standards of communication from students and will, in turn, demonstrate accurate, timely and appropriate communication when dealing with students, parents and colleagues. Ethics and behaviour Staff will uphold public trust in the profession and the reputation of Freemen’s by maintaining high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside School. They will be respectful and tolerant of the rights of others, including colleagues, and not undermine fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. They will ensure that their personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.
Learn, lead and make a difference Leaders Staff will be leaders in the School, exercising good judgement and modelling the behaviour and habits that are expected of the students. Learners Staff will show and share a passion for their subject or discipline(s). They will seek to develop as professionals and as specialists, will be open to feedback and will seek opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and engage with relevant research. Planning Teaching staff will have a sense of where the lesson fits within the scheme of work and plan well-structured lessons using an appropriate range of pedagogies. Use of feedback Staff will seek to use feedback for themselves and if appropriate, their students and will complete assessments and reports in a timely fashion in the appropriate manner and style.
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How to apply Applicants should send a letter of application and a completed application form by email to CLFS-Recruitment@cityoflondon.gov.uk. Candidates are asked to note that Freemen’s retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process. Early applications are encouraged. Freemen’s acknowledges receipt of all applications, if you have not received confirmation of the safe receipt of your application within two working days please call the School or email CLFS-Recruitment@cityoflondon.gov.uk to check on its status. The successful candidate must be able to satisfy the City of London’s health requirements and a confidential medical assessment by the City of London’s Medical Officer is required. The City of London Freemen’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (Enhanced Disclosure).
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"Friendly was the single most uttered word used to describe the school by students, while parents report that their offspring are happy. ‘Kind’ and ‘non-judgemental,’ we also heard, with support on tap." The Good Schools Guide
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Your benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Contributory defined benefit
City of London benefits:
• CityBenefits - discounts and cashback. • Wellbeing resources. • Sponsorship to become a Freeman of the City of London.
Sports and Leisure: Family friendly Significantly enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement
Free lunch and refreshments The option to join Supper Club at a subsidised rate
Annual Leave 25/29 days (subject to grade) plus bank holidays increasing with service.
Cycle to work scheme Up to £3,000 salary sacrifice
• Discounted gym membership. • Free use of the fitness suite. • Staff social and sporting opportunities including pilates, yoga and five-a-side football. • Free staff swimming and weekend family swimming for staff.
Learning and Development:
• In-house and externally run CPL • Enquiring Schools project • Support for professional development appropriate to the role including Apprenticeships/Masters.
Season Ticket Loan Wellbeing: Free parking on site
Access to on-site facilities
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• Up to 2 days’ paid leave for volunteering. • Cash back on private health care treatment. • Access to on-site Medical Centre. • Staff Wellbeing Committee. • Confidential Employee Assistance for staff and their families. • Emergencies-only approach to out of hours email. 13
Campus Map
Click here to view 360 Tour of campus 01. Visitor parking 02. Reception 03. Philp House 04. Science and Technology 05. Medical Centre 06. Art and Design 07. Stable Block 08. Ferndale Theatre 09. Dining Hall 10. Haywood Centre 11. Junior School (Kemp House) 12. Boarding (Walbrook House)
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13. Music School and Recital Hall 14. Main House 15. Sports Hall 16. Swimming Pool 17. Cricket Pavilion 18. Tennis and Netball Courts 19. Astro Pitch 20. Cricket Nets 21. Cricket Pitch 22. Italian Garden 23. Rugby and Football Pitches 24. Green Room
25. Fire Assembly Point 26. Bus Stop 27. Upper Car Park 28. Lower Car Park 29. Service Gate (KT21 1JB)
"A down-to-earth, friendly school that’s comfortable in its own skin rather than relentlessly trying to show off its most polished side – and is all the better for it. Just the ticket for parents after a high-quality, stress-free route for their academically bright sons and daughters from age 7 right through to 18. Almost unique around here." The Good Schools Guide