Extracurricular and Enrichment Coordinator (Electives, Sports and Trips)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Extracurricular and Enrichment Coordinator (Electives, Sports & Trips) to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating and managing a dynamic and engaging programme of electives, sports activities, and educational visits for our students, fostering their physical, social, and personal development.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Electives Coordination:
• Organise and manage a diverse range of student electives, ensuring a balance of academic, creative, and practical options.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to develop and implement new elective courses.
• Monitor student enrolment and participation in electives, ensuring appropriate class sizes and resources.

Sports and Activities Programme:
• Design, implement, and manage a diverse sports activities programme for students, both within and outside of the school day, catering to both boarding and day students.
• Plan, implement, and manage a range of social activities and trips for students during weekends and evenings.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and approved for all trips and activities and shared with all staff accompanying students on a trip or activity.
• Develop a competitive sports programme in collaboration with other CGS Schools and independent schools in London.
• Maintain a database to track student participation in sports programmes, with a focus on healthy lifestyles.

Trips Coordination:
• Act as the Trips Coordinator, planning and supporting all educational visits.
• Assist teaching staff in planning and organising educational trips and activities.
• Stay updated on current legislation related to trips and activities and advise staff accordingly.
• Ensure the school provides students with high-quality visits, P.E./sports, and social activities programmes.
• Ensure rigorous risk assessments and trip procedures are in place.

Additional responsibilities:
• Design, implement, and manage P.E. provision for compulsory school-age students.
• Collaborate with student committees and boarding house committees to gather student feedback.
• Provide reception cover (rota) and boarding house cover as required.
• (Optional) Accommodation in the boarding house (with boarding duties) may be available.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
The ideal candidate will have:
• Experience in organising sports activities, educational visits, and elective programmes.
• A customer-service oriented approach.
• A methodical and organised work style.
• Good people management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in IT and Excel.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• A proactive and initiative-driven attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• A professional and collaborative team spirit.
• Energy and enthusiasm.

REPORTING LINE
This position reports directly to the Assistant Head of Boarding or a designated senior leader within the framework established by the Headteacher.

This role is offered on a term time only plus 10 days contract , which means you will get all of the school holidays off (bar 10 days). We are able to offer accommodation at the school during term time - you will either pay an accommodation allowance or offer support with boarding shift hours to offset this payment.

This is an exciting role giving you opportunity to submerse yourself in school life and enrich the experience of our boarding whilst enjoying everything central London has to offer.

GUILDHOUSE SCHOOL
Located in the heart of central London, Guildhouse School is a prestigious boarding institution for students aged 15 and above. Known for fostering an immersive environment ripe for creativity and innovative thinking, our mission is to empower students to make a meaningful impact on the world – Guildhouse is “where change makers are made”.
Nestled within three historic Grade II listed buildings, Guildhouse School stands out as the first high school in Europe to feature a Bloomberg Business Lab.
Our students are diligently preparing for their A levels and University Foundation Programmes, with the ultimate goal of gaining admission to prestigious universities both in the UK and internationally.
At Guildhouse, we commit ourselves to deliver high-quality, personalized teaching experiences. Our small class sizes and informal atmosphere ensure that each student receives individual attention, fostering strong relationships between staff and students alike. Our ethos, "Work Hard, Aim High & Be Kind," is the guiding principle for our student community.

CATS GLOBAL SCHOOLS (CGS)
Guildhouse School is proudly a part of the CGS Group, which encompasses various educational brands across the UK and worldwide. Being part of this global network allows us to benefit from shared teaching and learning insights, enhancing our educational offerings.

SAFEGUARDING
Guildhouse School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people.
As such, appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment pre-employment checks in line with KCSIE guidelines. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks which may include social media.

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