Highland, Glen Urquhart High School Cluster
(Vacancy Ref: CHLH/2411/29)
High Life Highland are seeking a part-time (28 hours per week) Active Schools Co-ordinator for the Glen Urquhart High School Cluster area to cover maternity leave.
The fundamental aim of the Active Schools Network is to offer all children and young people the opportunities and motivation to adopt active, healthy lifestyles, now and into adulthood.
Active Schools Co-ordinators are responsible for developing and supporting an infrastructure within the school and wider community. They do this by recruiting, supporting and sustaining a network of volunteers, coaches, leaders and teachers who in turn deliver physical activity and sport before, during lunchtime and after school and in the wider community.
To be able to carry out the duties of this post effectively and safely, candidates will be able to provide evidence of the following:
- Educated to degree level or relevant experience.
- Clearly demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the aims of the Active Schools Network.
- Extensive experience of engaging with children and young people through sport and physical activity in education, sport, health, community, leisure and/ or recreation industries.
- Proven project and volunteer management experience.
Salary: £38,474 - £41,714 (pro-rata)
Hours: 28 hours per week.
For further information contact: Andrea Mackenzie on 07901272652/ andrea.mackenzie@highlifehighland.com
Full job description, personal specification and application forms can be downloaded from Recruitment - High Life Highland
Closing Date for Applications: 12 Noon 10/12/24