Are you passionate about empowering and mentoring young minds? Do you thrive in creating positive and impactful experiences for youth? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a  Safeguarding and Well-being Coordinator!

Position: Safeguarding and Well-being Coordinator

To see our other roles available, please visit our website: https://personalbesteducation.com/careers/

Salary:

£16.00 per hour (including holiday pay)

Fixed Term Contract:

10th June – 30th August 2024

About Personal Best Education:

Personal Best Education is a dynamic organisation committed to empowering young people through the National Citizen Service (NCS) program. We have 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 NCS programme sees 16 and 17 year olds meeting other young people from their area, over a four-week period, learning new skills and developing their own social action project alongside local businesses and charities to make a difference to their community.  Over 1,200 young people from Hampshire completed the life-changing NCS programme in 2016. Through the NCS programme, Personal Best Education (Mountbatten School Services Ltd) enables participants to develop the skills and attitudes they need to become more engaged with their communities and grow into active and responsible citizens.

Overview:

As a Safeguarding and Well-being Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants. Your expertise will be instrumental in effectively managing behaviour concerns and safeguarding issues, while also providing support and guidance to staff members. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and well-being practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Behaviour Triage and Safeguarding: Expertly triage behaviour and safeguarding concerns, promptly escalating issues to relevant project managers and stakeholders.
• Incident Management: Manage safeguarding concerns and liaise with delivery staff on how to handle incidents effectively, ensuring swift resolution and appropriate follow-up actions.
• Tool Development: Create safeguarding and well-being tools for staff to utilise, providing essential resources and guidance for maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• On-site Support: Work both on and off-site to ensure adequate support is available, actively monitoring and addressing safeguarding and well-being concerns as they arise.
• Individual Needs: Maintain awareness of 1-1 additional needs, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure personalised support and accommodations are provided.
• Collaborative Efforts: Work closely with on-site well-being officers and other team members to coordinate efforts and prioritise the well-being of all participants.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in behaviour management, safeguarding, and youth support.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team committed to creating a safe and supportive environment.
• Flexible schedule with day shifts, holidays, and no weekends required.

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in behaviour management, safeguarding, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to triage and escalate concerns effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and best practices.
• Experience working with individuals with diverse needs (desirable).
• First Aid qualification (desirable).
• Safeguarding Level 3 Certificate (desirable).

Objective Decision-Making Statement:

At Personal Best Education, we value diversity and inclusion. As a Safeguarding and Well-being Coordinator, it’s essential to approach your role with objectivity and fairness. While sharing your experiences and opinions can be impactful, we emphasise the importance of remaining unbiased in decision-making. We understand the inevitable influence of personal perspectives, especially when working closely with young people. Your commitment to being objective contributes to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for all participants.

Flexibility Statement:

This job description is designed to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment based on changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

Safeguarding:

Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and our recruitment process follows Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Application Process:

To embark on this rewarding journey, please send your CV and Cover Letter to jobs@personalbesteducation.com

(Note: Applicants must be over 18 years old to be considered for this position.)

For inquiries, contact us at: 01794 510225 / jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Job Types:

Fixed Term Contract

Contract length:

8 weeks

Schedule:

Day shift, Holidays, Monday to Friday, No weekends

Join our team as a Social Action Coordinator to empower youth, foster community engagement, and make a lasting impact through meaningful social action initiatives. Be part of a dedicated team committed to driving positive change locally and beyond.

Position: Social Action Coordinator

Salary:

£14.42 per hour (including holiday pay)

Fixed Term Contract:

Monday 10th June 2024 – Friday 30th August 2024

About Personal Best Education:

Personal Best Education is a dynamic organisation committed to empowering young people through the National Citizen Service (NCS) program. We have 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 NCS programme sees 16 and 17 year olds meeting other young people from their area, over a four-week period, learning new skills and developing their own social action project alongside local businesses and charities to make a difference to their community.  Over 1,200 young people from Hampshire completed the life-changing NCS programme in 2016. Through the NCS programme, Personal Best Education (Mountbatten School Services Ltd) enables participants to develop the skills and attitudes they need to become more engaged with their communities and grow into active and responsible citizens.

Position Overview:

To plan and deliver the social action/volunteering offer for the NCS Summer programme.

To develop further social action/volunteering opportunities for all graduates of the NCS programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Charity Partnership and Project Identification: Develop and maintain relationships with charity partners to identify suitable projects for youth involvement in social action initiatives.
• Guideline Development and Compliance: Work with colleagues to ensure adherence to NCS guidelines in social action delivery, creating support documents for staff on undertaking social action.
• Hub Site Selection: Identify effective hub site locations for social action delivery, considering community needs and engagement.
• Community Engagement and Relationship Building: Collaborate with communities to understand their social action needs and build relationships with local councils for smooth program delivery.
• Training and Support: Ensure proper training for seasonal staff in NCS social action guidelines and support their oversight of social action activities, providing real-time guidance and advice.
• Financial Management: Establish systems with the finance team to handle social action funds legally and effectively, ensuring compliance with financial controls.
• Risk Assessment and Compliance: Check and ensure all activities are properly risk-assessed and compliant with legal and contractual guidelines, overseeing staff and youth conduct.
• Equipment and Data Management: Manage equipment readiness and procurement according to policy, ensure safe use and storage, and oversee data collection and incident reporting, with a focus on health and safety.

Benefits:

Gain a transferable Emergency First Aid at Work qualification.

Competitive salary.

Covered cost of DBS check.

Opportunities to inspire and positively impact children and young people.

Be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference within the local community and beyond.

Skills and Attributes

The successful candidate will:

Have a passion for developing young minds and promoting their growth.

Possess knowledge of Personal Best Education and National Citizen Service (NCS).

Possess vision and the ability to innovate, looking beyond problems for creative solutions.

Network and create proactive links in and through the National Citizen Service

Be flexible – the role will be varied and have extremely busy periods

Be able to network and create proactive links with all stakeholders

Have excellent communication and influencing skills using various mediums such as presentations, public speaking, report writing etc

Have exemplary attention to detail and planning and organising skills

Have excellent prioritising and organising skills

Resilient and able to work under pressure.

Must have access to own transport

Objective Decision-Making Statement:

At Personal Best Education, we value diversity and inclusion. As a Youth Leader, it’s essential to approach your role with objectivity and fairness. While sharing your experiences and opinions can be impactful, we emphasise the importance of remaining unbiased in decision-making. We understand the inevitable influence of personal perspectives, especially when working closely with young people. Your commitment to being objective contributes to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for all participants.

Flexibility Statement:

This job description is designed to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment based on changing circumstances, following consultation with the post holder.

Safeguarding:

Personal Best Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and our recruitment process follows Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Application Process:

To embark on this rewarding journey, please send your CV and Cover Letter to jobs@personalbesteducation.com

(Note: Applicants must be over 18 years old to be considered for this position.)

For inquiries, contact us at: 01794 510225 / jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Job Types:

Fixed Term Contract

Contract length:

12 weeks

Schedule:

Day shift, Holidays, Monday to Friday, No weekends, 30 hours a week

Position: Curriculum Freelance Designer

Contract: Casual assignment contract

Location:  Personal Best Education HQ, Romsey, Hampshire or Remote 

Salary Band: £16-£22 per hour dep. on experience or Paid per Project

Start:   February 2024 

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 an ambitious five-year growth  strategy 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, thus attracting the very best candidates who share our values and ethos is paramount. 

The Personal Best Curriculum

We are looking for inspiring and creative freelance curriculum designers with experience in designing  schemes of work and writing session plans for teenagers.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of curriculum development, applying your strong expertise and passion for educating young people in innovative ways to shape  how we equip young people for the challenges of the future world.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop innovative and effective curricula for three themes (Personal Development, Future World of Work & Positive Impacts on Communities) – comprehensive overview will be provided prior to interview
• Research and suggest new learning methods and technologies, staying abreast of current trends and best practices 

• Lead the preparation of detailed session plans and activities to support each session
• Research, evaluate, and recommend platforms, resources, and multimedia materials 
• Collaborate with Head of Youth Programmes to review course material for accuracy and progress

Aims and desired outcomes: 

• Bespoke schemes of work to include detailed lesson plans with learning outcomes, timings, success criteria & resources that are appropriate for students in Key Stage 5. 
• Ensure that schemes of work and resources promote the Skill Builder Framework and Project-Based Learning objectives. 
• Inspire, equip and upskill young people to become world-ready and work-ready 
• Creating 2-3 topic session plans of each theme
• 1-1.5 hour session plans for each topic.

Person Specification

         E – Essential D – Desirable

Qualifications, Education and Work Rights

• Be educated to degree level (or hold a minimum of 3 years’ experience in developing curriculums in education or youth programmes such as NCS, International Junior Summer Schools, Adventure holidays or similar) – E

• Possess ‘Right to work in UK’ approval – E

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Experience within Key stage 5 curriculum development – D
• Experience of successfully working with diverse key stakeholders – D
• Excellent organisational skills – E
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – E
• Experience of working across diverse subject themes – D 

Attributes

• Versatile and holistic in approach

• • Unbiased objectivity 

• Creative and innovative thinker

Applications are welcomed from individuals who:-

• Want to work with a company that makes a positive contribution to society by equipping young people with the right skills to successfully navigate the challenges of the modern world

• Have a passion for developing young people through engaging and enriching learning experiences 

Application Process

• 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 deliver the desired goals of Personal Best successfully sent to jobs@personalbesteducation.com 
• Deadline for applications: – 17.00 Friday 1st March 2024.  

Please note that early applications are encouraged and interviews arranged before the deadline.  We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your application as soon as possible.  

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered during shortlisting.

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.

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  

Overview

Position: Flexible Working 

Wage: £13.00 – £17.00 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

Wage:

Junior Coach – £13 p/h including holiday pay

• Newly qualified in Multi-Skills Level 2
• Level 1 Coaching qualification in specific sport
• Less than 2 years experience

Intermediate Coach – £15 p/h including holiday pay

• Multi-Skills Level 2
• Level 2 in specific sport
• More than 2 years experience

Senior Coach – £17 p/h including holiday pay

• Multi-Skills Level 2
• PESS Level 3
• Level 3 in specific sport

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

Ongoing recruitment

Overview:

Position: Casual Football Coach

Salary: £5.98 – £14.98 per hour (including holiday pay) depending on age and experience

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 up-skill 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 opportunity is required to support Personal Best’s Football delivery and strategy.

• To support, lead and deliver on football coaching sessions for children aged 4-8 years of age.
• To support, lead, supervise and manage any concerns; escalating if required, in line with Personal Best policies and procedures.
• Liaise with relevant staff members and Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure young people’s well-being is supported at all times.
• To communicate effectively, clearly and in a timely fashion with Personal Best senior staff.
• Ensure all sites/areas comply with health & safety measures as set out in the delivery framework.

Benefits

• Develop and improve soft skills such as teamwork, time management and communication.
• Gain valuable experience coaching and developing young players.
• 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.
• Develop your career within the sports industry.

Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of football and sports coaching – Essential
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills – Essential
• Ability to work well under pressure – Essential
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team – Essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – Essential
• Able to motivate and encourage people to overcome any boundaries – Essential
• Minimum Level 1 FA Coaching – Desirable
• First Aid qualified – Desirable

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 – Desirable
• Hold a full UK Driving License – Desirable

Part-time hours: Hours may vary week to week

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• Potential weekday opportunities

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

Position: Fitness Instructor

Contract: Casual

Location: The Mountbatten School, Romsey

Salary: £24.21 per hour (inc. holiday pay)

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. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Fitness Instructor to join our team. As a Fitness Instructor, you will be responsible for leading fitness classes and providing guidance and motivation to participants.

We are looking for an instructor to take over an established over 50’s work out class on Mondays and Wednesdays (10.30am – 11.30am) at The Royal British Legion in Romsey.

We would also like to set up a new fitness class Saturday mornings (times to be discussed with the appointed candidate)

Responsibilities:

– Conduct fitness classes, including but not limited to cardio, strength training, and flexibility exercises

– Create and deliver workout routines that cater to the needs and goals of participants

– Demonstrate proper exercise techniques and provide modifications as needed

– Educate participants on the benefits of each exercise and promote a safe and healthy workout environment

– Monitor participants’ progress and provide feedback and encouragement

– Maintain a clean and organized fitness area

Requirements:

– Certification in fitness instruction or related field

– Previous experience in sports coaching or personal training is preferred

– Excellent communication skills to effectively instruct and motivate participants

– Ability to adapt workouts for individuals with different fitness levels or physical limitations

– Passion for health, wellness, and helping others achieve their fitness goals

Application Process

Please send an up-to-date CV with cover letter to jobs@personalbesteducation.com

Deadline for applications: 26th April 2024 

Please note that early applications are encouraged and interviews arranged before the deadline.  We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your application as soon as possible.