Education Officer

Education Programmes (Hybrid and Part Time)

1. To lead on the tracking and monitoring processes for Schoolboy players in line with YD Rules 199 and 202.
2. To conduct school visits across Academy age groups as required.
3. To support the delivery of compensatory education sessions for Hybrid (Schoolboy Day Release) players.
4. To collaborate with Lead Phase Coaches to ensure they have full awareness of the academic progress of their players.

Overall Environment Duties

1. To provide committed support to the Academy's equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
2. To work closely with the Player Care Coordinator and Safeguarding Managers to support the Academy's commitment to the player/parent voice project.
3. To maintain appropriate records; internal as required, and those required by external agencies and regulatory bodies.
4. To attend meetings, conferences, and other associated events as directed by the Education Manager (Academy).
5. To maintain and deliver effective classroom provision and to ensure that excellent standards are set in classroom management and player behaviour.
6. To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role.
7. Participate in the appraisal process.

Safeguarding

1. To have an impeccable knowledge of safeguarding best practice to include a deep understanding of safeguarding children's regulations, including legislation and governing body rules.
2. To act as an Academy Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) and to undertake the duties outlined in Appendix A (points 5-8) in EFL's YD Rules.
3. To provide insightful contributions to monthly safeguarding meetings at the Academy.
4. To ensure that any safeguarding or welfare concerns are reported efficiently.
5. To comply with all company policies/procedures and adhere to all company regulations regarding policies, procedures, health, safety, and security.
6. All other duties that may arise from time to time and fall within the scope of this position.

Personal Qualities

1. A dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic individual.
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Proactive attitude within the role.
4. Quality focus, takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work.
5. Drive and energy, demonstrates enthusiasm and is personally committed to achieving objectives set.
6. Self development, is receptive to feedback about own behaviour, strengths and areas for improvement.
7. A high level of confidentiality.
8. Meticulous attention to detail.
9. Flexibility and willingness to learn.