Sport Coordinator Teaching Post Umhlanga

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Umhlanga is a premium co-educational, private school situated on the outskirts of the bustling Umhlanga Ridge - Durban, offering an Early Learning School, Preparatory School and IEB College to students from 1 year old to Grade 12.

The leading IEB School in Durban, Reddam House Umhlanga offers a Christian, holistic, innovative, educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence.

Set on 17 hectares of land, the School provides spacious, modern facilities, where children are encouraged to be children while functioning within the parameters of a robust, bespoke curriculum. The School’s tranquil setting is ideal for learning and outdoor activities.

Reddam House Umhlanga school seamlessly blends Boarding and Day schooling. Our comprehensive curriculum includes enriching academic, performing arts and sports programmes as well as opportunities for philanthropy.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning and sports environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• EMS teaching
• Phys Ed teaching and department management of Sports for campus.
• Coaching across various disciplines.
• Liaising with parents, students, and visitors to the campus.
• Assist the Head of Sport in drawing up and managing the extra-mural/co-curricular programmes.
• Sports Equipment – budgeting and management.
• Organisation of sports tours, festivals, derbies, and tournaments.
• Plan and manage external coaches.
• Plan and manage any fixtures, assist with catering arrangements.
• Liaising with Head of Sport regarding fields, pitches, and pools.
• Coaching seminars.
• Plan and prepare interesting and exciting lessons.
• Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
• Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
• Set and mark exams and all other forms of student evaluation.
• Write report comments.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals.
• Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback.
• A depth of understanding in the relevant subject area.
• Ability to judge learning effectiveness.
• Excellent preparation and planning.
• Assessment of student outcomes and feedback to enhance performance.
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare.
• A minimum of 3 years experience.
• Confidence with use of ICT in teaching.
• Previous experience with IEB programmes.
• Previous experience in a high-performing international school.
• University degree in appropriate subject.
• Certified Teaching Status/SACE.
• Appropriate right to work.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.