Work with Personal Best Education

Full-time and seasonal roles available.

We have a variety of roles open and are always looking for people with the right mindset to join us.

We are proud and excited that our team is continuing to grow every year.  Our existing team is made up of an amazing mix of people with varying levels of expertise and experience. We are always looking for people with the right mindset  to join us!

Why Work at Personal Best?

  • No two days are the same.
  • Small, friendly team environment.
  • Expanding provision every year, a ‘think big’ mindset.
  • Friendly yet professional environment.
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Full-time Roles

Position: Customer Service Administrator
Contract: Full-time 37.5hrs and permanent
Location: Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey
Salary Band: £20,000 – £20,500 per annum
Start: Oct 2023
Other Benefits: Company pension scheme, free fitness suite access, staff discounts of lettings and classes, free parking, CYCLE2Work Scheme, professional training opportunities, Free Holiday Activity Camps for staff children aged 6-11 years.

The Company
Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and activities services since 2012. Our aim is to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves, their community, their organisations and the wider world. Our primary focus is to educate and improve the physical and mental well-being of all children, adults and seniors.

Our educational services are aimed at equipping young people with the right tools for the future, as well as broaden their horizons, enabling them to be successful global citizens and make a positive contribution to society. In addition, our sports and activities provision offer people from across the spectrum to engage in fun and positive activities to benefit both
their mental and physical well-being. Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to be the best version of themselves – whatever the age, background, circumstances or aspirations.

The Position
We are looking for a competent and enthusiastic Customer Service Administrator to join our team at Personal Best Education. You should have excellent administrative skills and be confident dealing with customers at all levels.

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide a high-level of support to all Personal Best’s customers
  • Support the customer service provision across the Personal Best’s portfolio
  • Support the DBS implementation process across all seasonal and casual staff
  • Maintain excellent and up-to-date knowledge of all Personal Best’s provisions
  • Communicate politely, efficiently and effectively to all customer enquiries – by telephone, email and face to face ensuring customer service quality standards are exemplary
  • Use CRM to create, update and manage accurate records of contacts and bookings to help identify ways to improve systems
  • Effective understanding and application of all Management Information Systems for processing customer data, as well as maintaining up-to-date knowledge of key functionalities to ensure consistency and efficiency in administration
  • Support other areas of the Personal Best business, when requested by line manager

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Must hold a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A-C (9-5) inc. Mathematics & English or equivalent certificates

Essential skills and experience

  • Experience in a customer service or client facing environment with administrative duties
  • Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
  • Solid understanding of good customer service best practices
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Competency in using IT systems (Microsoft office, Google drive)

Application Process
Send an up-to date CV with cover letter stating why you wish to apply for the role, outlining the skills and qualities you can bring to successfully undertake this post and deliver the desired goals of Personal Best.

Email to: jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Deadline for applications – 17:00 Friday 22nd September

Please note early applications are encouraged and interviews could be arranged prior to the deadline date and the role withdrawn if the right candidate is appointed.

Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding children’s and young people’s welfare and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All our recruitment and selection practices reflect this and successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Position:                              Operations Coordinator – Junior Programmes

Contract:                             Full-time 37.5hrs and permanent

Location:                             Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey, Hampshire, UK

Salary Band:                       D – salary range £25-£27,500k pa dep. on experience

Start:                                     October/November 2023 – Relocation support for successful candidate not based in Hampshire

Other Benefits:                Company pension &, free fitness suite access, staff discounts on lettings & classes, free parking, Cycle2Work scheme, funded professional training opportunities, Free Holiday Activity Camps for staff children aged 6-12yrs. 

The Company

Personal Best Education has provided expert educational, sports and activities services since 2012. At Personal Best, we aim to give individuals of all age groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and to make a positive impact on themselves, their community and the wider world.  

For over a decade, Personal Best Education has successfully delivered a wide range of junior projects such as the National Citizen Service (NCS), Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programmes and many more to thousands of young people across the UK.

The Position

Personal Best has embarked on a new and ambitious growth strategy for the next three to five years. To achieve these goals, the need for great people with diverse skills and backgrounds to join the Personal Best team is paramount. The recruitment of high-level members of staff to join our team, who share our values is vital. 

The Operations Coordinator role will have responsibilities in supporting the planning and delivery of Personal Best’s youth projects across the UK. This diverse role will include the support of Personal Best working towards our desired performance results. Additionally, making a positive impact on young people in a wide range of communities. This position has the potential for significant career growth, with the appointed candidate having the opportunity to progress within the business and acquire additional responsibilities. 

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Support and take the lead in elements of the planning and delivery of youth projects, both residential and non-residential.
  • Prepare and provide progress and performance updates to the Operations Manager and other key stakeholders e.g., communications and reports.
  • Collaborate with managers and key stakeholders to support projects and initiatives particularly related to youth progs.
  • Liaise with, and support the staff recruitment and training team to ensure the right candidates are sourced and trained to ensure successful delivery.
  • Assist with coordinating the curriculum and activities of assigned programmes with the academic support staff.
  • Work closely with the Customer Service, Pastoral & Admin Team to ensure customers are satisfied and retained.
  • Ensure all systems and tools to support the successful delivery of projects are fit-for-purpose and appropriate, e.g., MIS, Resources, Comms etc.
  • Act as key contact for operational staff during delivery of the assigned programme, including on call emergencies.
  • Ensure data collection/management relevant to the assigned project is carried out accurately and correctly at all times and shared solely with relevant stakeholders deemed appropriate or required, e.g., Incidents & Accidents, Feedback etc.
  • Support other aspects of the Personal Best business when requested by line manager or MD, where possible and key responsibilities permitting e.g., other projects

Person Specification 

         E – Essential                             D – Desirable

Qualifications, Education and Work Rights

  • Hold a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equiv.) at grade A-C (4-9), inc. Math & English – E
  • Must be educated to degree level or hold a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a or a similar role – E
  • Possess ‘Right to work in UK’ approval – E

 Skills, Knowledge and Experience

  • Experience within youth work and strong understanding of best practices and techniques as well as good market knowledge – E
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to work well under pressure – E
  • Experience in building and managing budgets – E
  • Experience in working with diverse key stakeholders, both internal and external – E
  • Excellent planning, decision-making and negotiation skills – E
  • Solid understanding of quality assurance and experience of working to frameworks g. contractual/regulatory/legislative/accreditation reqs. – E
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – E
  • Strong knowledge and experience of Safeguarding best practices – E
  • Competency in using IT systems (Microsoft Office, Google Suite etc.) – E
  • Good knowledge and understanding of the National Citizen Service (NCS) and/or Holiday Activity and Food programmes (HAF) – D
  • Operational experience of delivering international summer schools and/or residential activity camps – D
  • Experience in presenting to clients and acting as a representative at events – D

Attributes/Behaviours

  • Strong leader who can inspire others, continually striving to improve and unafraid to challenge the norm – E
  • Dynamic, proactive and results-oriented – E
  • Resilient with an ability to work under pressure with challenging targets and tight timeframes – E
  • Problem-solver with an eye for detail and a critical thinker with an innovative approach – E
  • Open-minded, culturally aware and values aligned with Personal Best Education – E
  • Flexible and adaptable approach – E
  • Knowledge of delivery techniques and topics/themes relevant to children/young people – D

 Application Process

  • An up-to-date CV with a cover letter stating why you wish to apply for the role, how you would successfully complete the primary responsibilities and how you meet the criteria in the person specification.
  • Please send all CVs and cover letters to jobs@personalbesteducation.com
  • Deadline for applications: – 00 Friday 6th October 2023.
  • Personal Best Education hold the right to close applications at any time. Additionally, interviews may be offered prior to the listed closing date.

 

Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people with all staff and volunteers expected to share this commitment.  All our recruitment and selection practices reflect this and successful applicants are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check along with other relevant employment checks.

Position:                              HR Coordinator

Contract:                             Part-time, permanent

Hours & Days:                   20 – 25hrs per week & flexible working on weekdays available

Location:                             Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey (Remote-working not possible)

Salary range:                     Band D – £25-27.5k pa based on FTE of 37.5hrs per week

Other Benefits:                Company pension scheme, free fitness suite access, staff discounts on lettings & classes, free parking, Cycle2Work scheme, professional training opportunities, Free Holiday Activity Camps for staff children if aged 6-11yrs.

 The Company

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and activities services since 2012.  Our aim is to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to be the best version of themselves and make a positive impact on their community, their organisation and the wider world. 

The Position

Personal Best has embarked on a new and ambitious growth strategy for the next three-five years and in order to achieve these goals, the need for great people with diverse skills and backgrounds to join the Personal Best team will vastly increase, therefore attracting the very best candidates who share our values and ethos is paramount.

The HR Coordinator will play a key role in maintaining robust and effective HR systems, policies and procedures to ensure all staff and departments are fully supported and set up for success.  For the right candidate seeking to build a long-term career in Human Resources, there is genuine scope to transition the responsibilities of the role into a more senior position as Personal Best grows.

 The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage all admin on company HR portal PolarHR e.g. Maintaining up-to-date staff records, monitoring key milestones, generating reports etc.
  • Ensure all HR and related policies & procedures are current and fit-for-purpose
  • Provide strong guidance and monitoring to all depts. and managers on all HR systems and procedures e.g. staff administration, appraisals, recruitment & policy adherence
  • Provide oversight of monthly overtime/casual payroll submissions from /product managers acting as a conduit to the payroll team i.e. Monitor correct systems followed, submission in a timely manner, sample checks etc.
  • Act as first point of contact to all Personal Best staff for all HR matters and escalate to Head of HR/MD when necessary

Person Specification

Qualifications, Education and Work Rights

  • Must hold a minimum of 5 x GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grade A-C inc. Maths & English
  • Must be educated to degree level or hold min. 3 years’ experience in a HR role
  • Must hold/be working towards CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice
  • Possess ‘Right to work in UK’ approval

 Skills, Knowledge and Experience

  • Experience of working in a HR role and knowledge of general HR best practices
  • Exceptional admin skills and maintaining efficient office systems, online & offline
  • Good knowledge/experience of systems e.g. Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
  • Experience of working with diverse key stakeholders, both internal and external
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

 Attributes/Behaviours

  • Well-organised with an eye for detail
  • Independent, self-motivated and ability to identify and implement positive change
  • Confidential and unbiased objectivity
  • Open-minded, culturally aware and values aligned with Personal Best Education

Applications are welcomed from individuals who:-

  • Want to work in a company that makes a positive contribution to society by equipping individuals and organisations with the right skills to successfully navigate the challenges of the modern world
  • Love facing new challenges on a regular basis, where every day can be different, and eager to grow yourself, your dept. and the organisation
  • Have an eye for detail, are driven by achievement, excellence and continual improvement with an aversion to complacency and acceptance of second-best
  • Seeking long-term career progression in HR

Application Process

  • E-mail an up-to-date CV with a cover letter to the Managing Director stating why you wish to apply for the role, outlining the skills and qualities you can bring to successfully undertake this post and help deliver the desired goals of Personal Best Education, sent to: jobs@personalbesteducation.com
  • Deadline for applications: – 00 Wednesday 11th October 2023.
  • Due to the volume of applications we are not always able to respond to all applicants, therefore, if you do not receive a response within two weeks of your application you have been unsuccessful.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive applications that meet the criteria, therefore early applications are welcomed and encouraged. 

 Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people with all staff and volunteers expected to share this commitment.  All our recruitment and selection practices reflect this and successful applicants are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check along with other relevant employment checks.

Position: Student Recruitment & Business Development Coordinator

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Location: Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey

Salary: D – £25-27.5k pa dep. on experience

Start: October, 2023

The Company

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves and their community. The primary focus of our services is to educate and upskill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all ages.

Our educational services are aimed at equipping young people with the right tools for the future as well as broadening their horizons, enabling them to be successful global citizens and make a positive contribution to society. Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or circumstances.

The Position

This exciting and diverse role is required to engage and encourage young people to sign up and participate in Personal Best Education’s year-round provision, including but not limited to; HAF, NCS and all School sport delivery (inclusive of After School Clubs).

  • To lead and coordinate Personal Best’s recruitment and customer journey strategy.
  • Manage the sign-up process for our provision on a variety of booking platforms.
  • Work with the Marketing (team) to produce and publish effective recruitment material.
  • Increase awareness and deliver a range of events to schools and other group settings to positively promote Personal Best opportunities.
  • Working closely with school contacts.
  • Plan appropriate events to each school in our area.
  • Develop a range of engagement activities designed to reach the widest audience and promote Personal Best programmes to young people.
  • Liaise with other staff to ensure all events are appropriately represented.
  • Deliver a range of activities in Schools and to groups. This will include: assemblies, tutor group lessons, lunchtime stands, curriculum lessons, information evenings and informal chats on the phone.
  • Be the first port of call for all young person, schools and parents’ enquiries as well as update and maintain the parent information portal for all holiday periods.
  • Keep information platforms for Holiday Programmes updated and upload appropriate information to the staff portal.
  • Talk young people and parents through programmes, working through any fears or barriers and encouraging them to sign-up and participate.
  • Produce post programme reports for all sign up / turn up data.

Benefits

  • Develop and improve soft skills such as teamwork, time management and communication.
  • Gain valuable managerial experience that will enhance your CV.
  • Receive competitive salary.
  • Bring positive inspiration to children and young people.
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact on the local community and beyond.

Skills and Experience

  • Educated to degree level.
  • At least 1 years’ experience in an engagement or recruitment related role.
  • Experience working with one or more of: – children/young people/local communities/charitable causes – Essential
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills – Essential
  • Ability to work well under pressure – Essential
  • Ability to lead a team and be part of a team – Essential
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills – Essential
  • Able to motivate and encourage people to overcome any boundaries – Essential
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in a professional manner in line with GDPR and Personal Best Education policies – Essential
  • Understanding of working with diverse community groups – Essential

Attributes and Knowledge

  • Passion for working with children/young people and interested in supporting their personal development – Essential
  • Flexible and adaptable approach – Essential
  • Knowledge of Personal Best Education – Essential
  • Hold a full UK Driving License – Essential
  • Hold a minimum of 1 years’ experience in a similar field – Essential

Application Process
Send an up-to-date CV with a cover letter stating why you wish to apply for the role, outlining the skills and qualities you can bring to successfully undertake this post and deliver the desired goals of Personal Best.

Please note that applications without supporting covering letters will not be accepted.

Email to: jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Deadline for applications: – 17.00 Friday 13th October 2023.

Please note early applications are encouraged and interviews could be arranged prior to the deadline date and the role withdrawn if the right candidate is appointed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • SO51 5SY reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Business development: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/10/2023

Expected start date: 02/10/2023

Position: School Sport Coordinator
Contract: Permanent & Full-time 37.5hrs a week
Location: Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey, Hampshire, UK
Salary Band: D – salary range £25-£27,500k pa dep. on experience
Start: October/November 2023

The Company
Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves, their community and the wider world. The primary focus of our services is to educate and up-skill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all children, adults and seniors in Hampshire and the wider world.

Our educational services are aimed at equipping young people with the right tools for the future as well as broaden their horizons enabling them to be successful global citizens and make a positive contribution to society. In addition, our sports and leisure provision offer people from across the spectrum to engage in fun and positive activities to benefit both their mental and physical well-being. Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or circumstances.

The Position

This exciting and diverse role is responsible for Coordinating Personal Best’s sports coaching portfolio in schools.

The primary responsibilities include:

  • Maintain and manage all operational equipment to support delivery of main provision including but not limited to sports equipment, vans and bikes
  • Keep up to date knowledge of the required qualifications in school settings and ensure all coaches hold these and continually develop
  • Coordinate all sports coaching provision such as PPA and After-school Clubs, ensuring that all sessions are appropriately staffed with coaches who possess the relevant qualifications
  • Be the first port of call to cover school provision (PPA, After-School Clubs, etc) in the event of core coach’s holidays or sickness
  • Coordinate sports coaches, both contract and casuals, to ensure they maintain an excellent standard of provision and are approved to work with young people i.e. Valid DBS checks are maintained, qualified and experts in their field, aligned with the company’s values and goals etc.
  • Manage current network of school partners communication for bookings, sport selection and timetabling
  • Ensure coaches schedules are regularly updated via Ximble (Paycor) and that contracted staff are hitting their contracted hours
  • Keep van schedule up to date both on the Google Drive and whiteboard
  • Act as key contact for all coaching staff during delivery
  • Plan, prepare and deliver termly training with all contracted and casual Sports Coaches
  • Ensure Sports Coaches are utilising provided session plans and resources
  • Carry out quality assurance visits to ensure coaches are continuously meeting standards and developing their skills and knowledge
  • Correlate and approve all monthly payroll details for all Sports Coaches inc. contract & casual before passing to the Commercial Manager and payroll team – worked hours, travel expenses etc.

Benefits of the role

  • Develop and improve skills such as leadership, people management and communication
  • The opportunity to develop others
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact on the local community and beyond
  • Staff discount on facility hire
  • Complimentary gym membership
  • Continual Professional Development (CPD)

Essential Skills and Qualifications

  • Educated to degree level in Sports Coaching or similar field
  • Multi-Skills Level 2 qualification
  • Level 2 coaching qualification in any specific sport
  • Valid driving license and ability to use company vehicles
  • Previous experience coaching or coordinating at a similar level
  • Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
  • Experience of working in a Sports, Leisure or Educational Setting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Competent use of and knowledge of basic IT systems
  • Basic knowledge of health and safety at work
  • An enhanced DBS check will be completed as part of this role

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

  • Hold a First Aid Qualification
  • PESS Level 3/5 Qualification
  • Personal Training Qualification

Attributes and Knowledge

  • A flexible approach to work including working occasional evenings and weekends
  • Passion for working with the public in sporting and leisure settings
  • A team player with a ‘can do’ attitude
  • A keen interest in sport and leisure industry
  • Physically fit and healthy in order to carry out manual task

Application Process
Send an up-to-date CV with a cover letter stating why you wish to apply for the role, outlining the skills and qualities you can bring to successfully undertake this post and deliver the desired goals of Personal Best.

Please note that applications without supporting covering letters will not be accepted.

Email to: jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Deadline for applications: – 17.00 Friday 29th September 2023.

Please note early applications are encouraged and interviews could be arranged prior to the deadline date and the role withdrawn if the right candidate is appointed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Gym membership

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Romsey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Sports coaching: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29/09/2023

Expected start date: 01/11/2023

 
 

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Seasonal Roles

Leisure Centre Assistant – Overview

Contract: Casual Contract 
Salary:  £9.40-£11.40 per hour
Start: ASAP

The Company
Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and
leisure services to the local public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of
all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and
make a positive impact on themselves, their community and the wider world. The
primary focus of our services is to educate and up-skill the next generation and
improve the physical and mental well-being of all children, adults and seniors in
Hampshire and the wider world.
Our educational services are aimed at equipping young people with the right tools
for the future as well as broaden their horizons enabling them to be successful
global citizens and make a positive contribution to society. In addition, our sports
and leisure provision offer people to engage in fun and positive activities to
benefit both their mental and physical well-being. Our desire is to give everyone
the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or
circumstances.


The Position
This exciting and diverse role is required to support both the customer service
and operational functions of Personal Best Leisure Centre and its portfolio. The
Customer Service and Leisure Centre Assistant will support Personal Best’s
clients at the centre, both on arrival and during their visits. They will help to grow
the revenues of all Personal Best’s propositions at the Mountbatten site as well
as being part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact on
the local community and beyond.


The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– To assist in the daily operation of the site ensuring a safe, efficient and
customer orientated service is provided to all visitors.
– Deal with customer enquiries and promote/sell the Personal Best portfolio –
face-to-face and telephone
– Log all relevant information on administration platform and access throughout
opening hours, as and when required
– Oversee and monitor the Leisure Centre during opening hours
– Opening and locking up the School site
– Set up and removal of various sporting & school equipment
– To maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the site at all
times, undertake routine cleaning duties as required
– To carry out other duties as may be required to ensure the site operation is
properly maintained to provide total customer satisfaction.


Qualifications and Education
– Minimum of 5 GCSE’s or equivalent

– First Aid Qualification is desirable but not essential
– An enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of this role
Skills and experience
– Experience of supporting or working with customers and willing to learn new
customer service techniques
– Experience of working in a sports, leisure or educational setting
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Competent use of and knowledge of basic IT systems (Microsoft Word)
– Basic knowledge of health and safety at work


Your attributes
– Versatile and ability to undertake a diverse range of tasks
– Effective working as part of a team or independently and ability to learn quickly
– Warm and approachable
– Well organised, responsible & reliable
– A keen interest in sport and leisure activities
– Team player with a can do attitude and willingness to undertake routine tasks
– Physically fit and healthy in order to carry out manual tasks

Other benefits
– Staff discount on facility hire
– Complimentary gym membership
– Discounted childcare at Personal Best Holiday Camps during School Holidays
– Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Reference ID: Leisure Centre
Contract length: 12 months

Application Process

https://form.jotform.com/PBED/leisure-centre-assistant  

Swimming Instructor

The Role

We have some fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic swimming coaches/teachers to join our team to deliver the swimming curriculum to schools and our Twin swimming programme. All of our coaching takes place at Places Leisure Eastleigh or The Quays in Southampton

What will you be doing?

  • You’ll be delivering swimming lessons to children aged 18 months to 11 years old.
  • You’ll be preparing, delivering and reviewing swimming sessions
  • You’ll be promoting active healthy lifestyles
  • You’ll be working collaboratively with fellow swimming coaches/instructors
  • You’ll be maintaining good communication with schools, pupils and colleagues

Essential Skills and requirements:

  • Knowledge and passion for swimming teaching
  • Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Swimming teaching qualification

Desirable skills and requirements:

  • Previous experience of working with children
  • Current First Aid qualification
  • Driving Licence
  • Competency in using IT systems (Microsoft office)

Ideal Candidate:

  • Enjoys a flexible working approach
  • Can work as part of a team or independently
  • Enthusiastic and motivated to learn and improve
  • Hard-working and dedicated
  • Open-minded and culturally aware

Applications need to be made at: https://eu.jotform.com/build/212924884162359

Ongoing recruitment

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Salary: £15 – £17.50 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Southampton/ Eastleigh: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Places Leisure Eastleigh or The Quays in Southampton

 

 

 
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Position: NCS Camp Manager

Salary: £15.13 per hour (inc holiday pay.) Maximum weekly earnings: £892.67 (depending on working hours)

Dates: 2nd October – 27th October 2023. Please note: each wave is considered 5 days on a residential basis (Monday – Friday), no weekend working is required in this role.

NB: In-person staff training is the 30th September 2023. It is compulsory that all candidates are available for mandatory staff training and the full duration of their chosen waves.

NCS RESIDENTIAL WAVE DATES:

Monday 2nd October – Friday 6th October (Surrey/Kent)

Monday 16th October – Friday 20th October (Basingstoke/Southampton)

Monday 23rd October – Friday 27th October (Bristol & Hertfordshire)

GENERAL STATEMENT

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves and their community. The primary focus of our services is to educate and upskill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all ages.Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or circumstances.

 

THE POSITION:

  • Manage Camp Supervisors and Youth Leaders to effectively coordinate the camp. 
  • Inspire and motivate staff members to achieve the aims, objectives and outcomes of the programme.
  • Delegate tasks to Camp Supervisors and Youth Leaders to maintain efficiency and teamwork. 
  • Be the first point of call for all site related enquiries and safeguarding/First Aid concerns.
  • Address any and all safeguarding issues that may arise in a professional manner.
  • Feel confident making and implementing final decisions on the ground. 
  • Inspire and be a strong role model to young people and youth leaders.
  • Liaise with Designated Safeguarding Leads to ensure young people’s wellbeing and pastoral care is supported during delivery.
  • To communicate effectively with senior staff, staff members and venue staff to ensure the smooth running of the programme.
  • Meet regularly with site owners to ensure compliance with site rules.
  • Complete key admin tasks, such as incident reporting.
  • Follow appropriate procedures, including escalating any safeguarding concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion in accordance to Personal Best Education policies.
  • Lead daily staff meetings with youth leaders and camp supervisors.

BENEFITS

  • Be paid to gain a transferable Emergency First Aid at Work qualification and a Level 3 Safeguarding Children qualification.
  • Competitive salary
  • The cost of your DBS check is covered by Personal Best Education
  • Inspire the children and young people you work with
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact within the local community and beyond.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Previous experience working with: children/young people/local communities/ charitable causes
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and demanding environment
  • Previous experience managing and coordinating staff members and large numbers of young people.
  • Strong understanding and experience of behaviour management and young people.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to de-escalate conflict. 
  • Able to motivate and encourage people to overcome any boundaries 
  • Understanding of working with diverse community groups
  • Strong understanding and experience of safeguarding
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in a professional manner in line with GDPR and Personal Best Education policies
  • Hold a full UK driving licence

ATTRIBUTES AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Passion for working with children/young people and interested in supporting their personal development
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Knowledge of Personal Best Education
  • Knowledge of working with young people and best practice in handling safeguarding incidents
  • (Desirable) First Aid Qualification
  • (Desirable) Safeguarding Children Qualification
  • (Desirable) Qualification in/working towards: teaching/coaching early years/play work/youth work/ or subject related to young people

FLEXIBILITY STATEMENT

The content of this job description represents an outline of the post only and is not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The job description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

SAFEGUARDING

Personal Best Education are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and all our employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Safer Recruitment guidelines. All our applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and referencing along with other vetting and pre-employment checks.

We continue our safeguarding commitment to young people throughout NCS programmes in accordance with Personal Best Education Safeguarding Policy. All employees receive relevant training to ensure they are compliant with our safeguarding policy and procedures, and are fully competent in implementing this knowledge in practice. All employees are regularly reviewed to ensure safeguarding standards are maintained throughout our work with young people.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We cannot accept CV’s and all applications must be done via the link on our website: https://eu.jotform.com/build/210522035550340

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be over the age of 18 years old.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract, Graduate

Contract length: Flexible

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 

Expected start date: 02/10/2023

Position: NCS Camp Supervisor 

Salary: £11.50 per hour. Maximum weekly earnings: £704.66 (depending on working hours)

Dates: 2nd October – 27th October 2023. Please note: each wave is considered 5 days on a residential basis (Monday – Friday), no weekend working is required in this role.

NB: In-person staff training is the 30th September 2023. It is compulsory that all candidates are available for mandatory staff training and the full duration of their chosen waves.

NCS RESIDENTIAL WAVE DATES:

Monday 2nd October – Friday 6th October (Surrey/Kent)

Monday 16th October – Friday 20th October (Basingstoke/Southampton)

Monday 23rd October – Friday 27th October (Bristol & Hertfordshire)

NON RESIDENTIAL DAYS: 

6 hour activity days at various locations across Hampshire, Berkshire and Isle of Wight.

24th October

25th October 

26th October 

GENERAL STATEMENT

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves and their community. The primary focus of our services is to

educate and upskill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all ages.Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or circumstances.

THE POSITION:

  • Manage and motivate staff members to achieve the aims, objectives and outcomes of the programme.
  • Working with another camp supervisor and the camp manager to effectively coordinate residential. 
  • Inspire and be a strong role model to young people and youth leaders.
  • Supervise, support and mentor young people during the NCS programme.
  • Liaise with core staff members and Designated Safeguarding Leads to ensure young people’s wellbeing and pastoral care is supported during delivery.
  • To communicate effectively with senior staff, staff members and venue staff to ensure the smooth running of the programme.
  • Ensure all leaders and groups are following the timetable and attending all sessions in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate youth leaders and oversee the registration process of young people at travel hubs and ensure they are supervised throughout the coach journey to site.
  • Be the first point of call for all site related enquiries.
  • Meet regularly with site owners to ensure compliance with site rules.
  • Complete key admin tasks, such as registers and incident reporting.
  • Follow appropriate procedures, including escalating any safeguarding concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion in accordance to Personal Best Education policies.
  • Supporting camp manager to lead daily staff meetings with youth leaders.
  • Support all young people in engaging in the activities and sessions, demonstrating good participation and engagement.

BENEFITS

  • Be paid to gain a transferable Emergency First Aid at Work qualification and a Level 3 Safeguarding Children qualification
  • Competitive salary
  • The cost of your DBS check is covered by Personal Best Education
  • Inspire the children and young people you work with
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact within the local community and beyond

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience and willingness to lead and coordinate staff members and large numbers of young people; managing challenging behaviour if required
  • Excellent verbal communicator with internal and external stakeholders 
  • Previous experience working with: children/young people/local communities/ charitable causes
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and demanding environment
  • Able to motivate and encourage youth leaders and young people to overcome any boundaries 
  • Understanding of working with diverse community groups
  • Strong understanding and experience of safeguarding
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in a professional manner in line with GDPR and Personal Best Education policies
  • Hold a full UK driving license

ATTRIBUTES AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Passion for working with children/young people and interested in supporting their personal development
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Knowledge of Personal Best Education and National Citizen Service (NCS)
  • Knowledge of working with young people and best practice in handling safeguarding incidents
  • (Desirable) First Aid Qualification
  • (Desirable) Safeguarding Children Qualification
  • (Desirable) Qualification in/working towards: teaching/coaching early years/play work/youth work/ or subject related to young people

FLEXIBILITY STATEMENT

The content of this job description represents an outline of the post only and is not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The job description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

SAFEGUARDING

Personal Best Education are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and all our employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Safer Recruitment guidelines. All our applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and referencing along with other vetting and pre-employment checks.

We continue our safeguarding commitment to young people throughout NCS programmes in accordance with Personal Best Education Safeguarding Policy. All employees receive relevant training to ensure they are compliant with our safeguarding policy and procedures, and are fully competent in implementing this knowledge in practice. All employees are regularly reviewed to ensure safeguarding standards are maintained throughout our work with young people.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We cannot accept CV’s and all applications must be done via the link on our website: https://eu.jotform.com/build/210522035550340

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be over the age of 18 years old

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract, Graduate

Contract length: 2 months

Salary: From £2,788.08 per month

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 

Expected start date: 02/10/2023

Overview:

Position: NCS Youth Leader

Salary: £10.18 – £10.42 per hour. Maximum weekly earnings: £635.07 (depending on age and working hours)

Dates: 2nd October – 27th October 2023. Please note: each wave is considered 5 days on a residential basis (Monday – Friday), no weekend working is required in this role.

NB: In-person staff training is the 30th September 2023. It is compulsory that all candidates are available for mandatory staff training and the full duration of their chosen waves.

NCS RESIDENTIAL WAVE DATES:

Monday 2nd October – Friday 6th October (Surrey/Kent)

Monday 16th October – Friday 20th October (Basingstoke/Southampton)

Monday 23rd October – Friday 27th October (Bristol & Hertfordshire)

NON RESIDENTIAL DAYS: 

6 hour activity days at various locations across Hampshire, Berkshire and Isle of Wight.

  • 24th October
  • 25th October 
  • 26th October 

GENERAL STATEMENT

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves and their community. The primary focus of our services is to

educate and upskill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all ages.Our desire is to give everyone the opportunity to achieve their personal best whatever their age, background or circumstances.

THE POSITION

  • Inspire and be a good role model for young people, motivating where required.
  • Supervise, support and mentor young people during the NCS programme.
  • Leading/facilitating engaging and educational sessions for young people on the NCS programme. 
  • Liaise with staff members and Designated Safeguarding Leads to ensure young people’s wellbeing is supported during delivery.
  • To communicate effectively with senior staff, staff members and venue staff to ensure the smooth running of the programme.
  • Work collectively with staff members to achieve aims, objectives and outcomes of the programme.
  • Complete key admin tasks, such as registers and incident reporting.
  • Follow appropriate procedures, including handling any safeguarding concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion in accordance to Personal Best Education policies.
  • Lead daily guided-reflection sessions (covered in training).
  • To support all young people in engaging with the activities on offer to them, demonstrating good participation.

BENEFITS:

  • Be paid to gain a transferable Emergency First Aid at Work qualification
  • Competitive salary
  • The cost of your DBS check is covered by Personal Best Education
  • Inspire the children and young people you work with
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact within the local community and beyond.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience working with one or more of: children/ young people/ local communities/ charitable causes
  • Excellent verbal communicator within a team and ability to work collaboratively.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and demanding environment
  • Ability to lead and encourage a team, managing challenging behaviour if required
  • Able to motivate and encourage people to overcome any boundaries
  • Understanding of working with diverse community groups
  • Experience of safeguarding and providing pastoral support

ATTRIBUTES AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Passion for working with children/young people and interested in supporting their personal development
  • Strong leader who can inspire others, continually striving to improve
  • Resilient with an ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Problem-solver with an eye-for-detail
  • Knowledge of Personal Best Education and National Citizen Service (NCS)
  • (Desirable) First Aid Qualification
  • (Desirable) Qualification in/working towards: teaching/coaching early years/play work/youth work/ or subject related to young people

FLEXIBILITY STATEMENT

The content of this job description represents an outline of the post only and is not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The job description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

SAFEGUARDING

Personal Best Education are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and all our employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Safer Recruitment guidelines. All our applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and referencing along with other vetting and pre-employment checks.

We continue our safeguarding commitment to young people throughout NCS programmes in accordance with Personal Best Education Safeguarding Policy. All employees receive relevant training to ensure they are compliant with our safeguarding policy and procedures, and are fully competent in implementing this knowledge in practice. All employees are regularly reviewed to ensure safeguarding standards are maintained throughout our work with young people.

APPLICATION PROCESS

We cannot accept CVs or Indeed applications. All applications must be done via the below link: https://form.jotform.com/232493048889370

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be over the age of 18 years old.

Should you have any queries regarding any of our roles please do not hesitate to contact us on: 01794 510225 / jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract, Graduate

Contract length: Flexible

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: 

Expected start date: 02/10/2023

Flexible Roles

Workshop Facilitator 

 

Overview

Position:  Workshop Facilitator 

Contract: Casual Contract/Flexible Hours

Salary: £20 per hour (including holiday pay) 

Typical Hours: Weekdays between 08:30-16:30 

 

The Position

We are offering an exciting opportunity to enthusiastic individuals who would love to deliver new, fun and engaging workshops/ activities to young people, either at our summer holiday camps or on a more regular basis supporting our programmes!  This is a flexible role which can be worked around studies or another job. 

As part of the role, you will be: 

  • Delivering new, fun and engaging workshops/ activities to young people 
  • Supporting the Personal Best Education Team in the construction of session plans
  • Responding efficiently and effectively to the needs of the young people you will be working with
  • Liaising with relevant staff members and Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure young people’s wellbeing is supported during delivery.
  • Communicating effectively, clearly and in a timely fashion with Personal Best senior staff, team and venue staff to ensure a smooth running of the programme

We are specifically looking at individuals who are passionate in the following subject areas: 

  • Creative design
  • Art 
  • Science, technology, engineering and maths
  • Music or Music Production
  • Food and Nutrition
  • Teaching/Education

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • Must hold a minimum of 5 x GCSE’s (or equivalent), grade A-C inc. Maths & English or equivalent certificates
  • Qualification in the relevant subject is desirable 
  • Qualification in one or more of the following:- early years/play work/youth work/teaching/coaching or subject related to young people – Desirable
  • It is desirable that the post holder holds a full UK Driving Licence and has access to their own vehicle. 

 

About us

Personal Best Education has been providing expert educational, sports and leisure services to the public since 2012. Our aims are to give individuals of all age-groups and backgrounds the opportunity to achieve the best they can and make a positive impact on themselves and their community. The primary focus of our services is to educate and upskill the next generation and improve the physical and mental well-being of all ages.

 

Benefits

  • Develop and improve soft skills such as teamwork, time management and communication.
  • Gain valuable planning and delivery experience that will enhance CV
  • Receive competitive hourly rate
  • Bring positive inspiration to children and young people
  • Be part of a team focused on making a meaningful and positive impact on the local community and beyond.

Skills and Experience

Essential 

  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
  • Ability to lead and work as part of a team
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
  • Able to motivate and encourage people to overcome any boundaries 
  • Ability to handle sensitive information in a professional manner in line with GDPR and Personal Best Education policies 

Desirable

  • Understanding of working with diverse community groups 
  • Understanding and experience of safeguarding 
  • Experience of risk management and risk assessment as well as handling confidential information 
  • Experience working with one or more of:- children/young people/local communities/charitable causes 

 

Application Process 

Please follow the link below to complete the application form for this role: 

https://form.jotform.com/221372951693360

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you must be over the age of 18 years old

 

Flexibility Statement 

The content of this job description represents an outline of the post only and is not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The job description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

 

Safeguarding 

Personal Best Education are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and all our employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Safer Recruitment guidelines. All our applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and referencing along with other vetting and pre-employment checks. 

We continue our safeguarding commitment to young people throughout NCS programmes in accordance with Personal Best Education Safeguarding Policy. All employees receive relevant training to ensure they are compliant with our safeguarding policy and procedures, and are fully competent in implementing this knowledge in practice. All employees are regularly reviewed to ensure safeguarding standards are maintained throughout our work with young people.

  
  

Overview

Position: Flexible Working 

Wage: £10.00 – £15.00 ph dependant on experience/qualifications

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am and 4:30pm

Days are flexible to fit around your personal studies/other employment/commitments 

 

The Role 

We have some fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic and engaging sports coaches to work with us,  delivering after school sports clubs to primary schools across Hampshire (primarily Eastleigh, Winchester, Andover and Romsey).

 

What will you be doing?

– You’ll be delivering sports coaching sessions to children aged 5+

– You’ll be preparing, delivering and reviewing sports sessions

– You’ll be promoting active healthy lifestyles

– You’ll be working collaboratively with fellow sports coaches

– You’ll be maintaining good communication with schools, pupils and colleagues 

 

Essential Skills and requirements:

  • Knowledge and passion for sports coaching
    · Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
    · Strong verbal communication skills
    · Level 1 sports coaching qualification

 

Desirable skills and requirements:
· Previous experience of working with children
· Level 2 sports coaching qualification
· Current First Aid qualification

– Driving Licence
· Competency in using IT systems (Microsoft office)

 

Ideal Candidate: Enjoys a flexible working approach
· Can work as part of a team or independently
· Enthusiastic and motivated to learn and improve
· Hard-working and dedicated
· Open-minded and culturally aware

 

Applications need to be made at: https://eu.jotform.com/build/203502027845348

Ongoing recruitment

Are you a qualified teacher or working towards QTS?

Are you looking to develop your teaching skills?

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s education?

Are you an excellent communicator who brings learning to life?

If the above describes you, then we would love to hear from you!  Read below to learn more about how exciting your future could be with a like-minded organisation.  

Overview

Through our tutoring provision we provide the opportunity for students to achieve their personal best and make a positive impact on themselves and their future. 

Personal Best Education are currently recruiting experienced teachers or trainee teachers working towards their QTS to become part of our tutoring team.  The tutoring sessions will primarily take place in the student’s home or online.  We intend to hold small group sessions at our own tutoring centre in Romsey in the near future.

Our educational tutoring services provide students with access to high quality 1:1 and small group tuition. Aimed at equipping young people with the right tools to benefit and support their attainment; not only for success in the short term educational setting, but also for future career opportunities and fundamental development. As well as academic competencies such as organisation, exam preparation, research techniques and memory skills. 

Our aim is to provide school students with the right skills to enable them to be successful global citizens and make a positive contribution to society. 

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons
  • Provide formative feedback to pupils and parents  
  • Set out clear goals and timescales for achieving these goals
  • Tailor learning around the needs of your students and their learning styles
  • Promote independent learning as well as empowering the student to manage their workload. 

Requirements:

  • QTS or working towards QTS
  • Have a secure knowledge and experience of teaching the current curriculum
  • Good knowledge of ICT in the classroom environment
  • Flexible teaching time e.g after school/evenings and potentially weekends
  • You must be eligible to work in the UK
  • Must provide a current enhanced DBS check 

Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours
  • A great opportunity to develop your teaching skills 
  • Competitive hourly rates of pay 

Location: Personal Best Education Tutoring Centre, Romsey, Hampshire

Pay: £25 per hour

Closing date: Friday 30th June

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@personalbesteducation.com

 Due to the volume of applications we receive we are not always able to respond to all applicants. If you do not receive a response within two weeks of your application you have been unsuccessful. 

Please note that we reserve the right to close all vacancies early if we receive applications that meet the criteria, therefore early applications are welcomed and encouraged. 

Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.  All our recruitment and selection practices reflect this and successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Checks along with other relevant employment checks.