Duke of Edinburgh Award and Combined Cadet Force. Assistant ... Conduct yourself with professionalism, tact and diplomacy at all times as a representa...
Duke of Edinburgh Award and Combined Cadet Force Assistant
Department:
CCF
Location:
Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Radstock
Reports to:
DofE Co-ordinator / School Staff Instructor
Date of Issue:
09th January 2018
The Organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Role Summary To be the focal point for those pupils enrolled in the School DofE groups and supervise pupils whilst on expeditions. Support the CCF Contingent Commander and School Staff Instructor in the smooth running of the CCF. Duties and Responsibilities The following list is not exhaustive but the post holders’ principal responsibilities are:
Ensuring that pupils are correctly enrolled onto the eDofE database. Make presentations to year groups in assemblies and tutor groups to promote the DofE Award to potential participants. Mentor, support and advise pupils in regards to sectional activities and timescales of the Award. Keeping track of individual progress through the Award and informing the DofE Co-ordinator of concerns or lack of progression by pupils. Be available at regular times to offer `drop in support sessions` for all students enrolled onto the School Award Programme. Ensure that training requirements are achieved prior to students completing Practice Expeditions in line with the DofE Expedition Framework. Organise and gain approval for Bronze, Silver and Gold Expeditions.
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Be available to lead / support groups whilst on practice or assessed expeditions in line with experience and qualifications. Be willing to work towards National Governing Body Qualifications in various modes of transport. Day to Day running of the DofE and adventure training equipment store – to include issues, returns, cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Assist with the School Ten Tors Programme – Training and Expeditions. To be available for the Ten Tors event. Assist in the day to day running of the CCF clothing and equipment store. Maintain the CCF Pamphlet and Publications Library. Assist CCF Section Officers in the preparation of scheduled Lessons in consultation with the School Staff Instructor. Assist in the preparation of all major CCF Camps and Field Days, as directed by the Contingent Commander and SSI. Assist with the weekly CCF Parade session.
The following duties are ones which all staff are required to perform:
Observe health and safety procedures and work safely at all times; To be responsible for your own continuing self-development, undertaking training as appropriate to the working environment and location, and developments in your role; Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact; Undertake any other duties as required by your manager in order to meet the changing needs and demands of the Organisation. Conduct yourself with professionalism, tact and diplomacy at all times as a representative of the Organisation.
Review This job description is provided to assist the post holder to know their principal duties. It may be amended in consultation with the post holder without change to the level of responsibility or remuneration appropriate to the post. This list is not exhaustive. Data Protection and Confidentiality In the course of employment at Downside, staff may have access to confidential information relating to staff, pupils and their families and are required to exercise due consideration in the way they use such information. Staff should not act in any way which might be prejudicial to the Organisation’s interest. Information which may be included in the category covers both the general business of the Organisation and information regarding specific individuals. A strict code of confidentiality must be adhered to at all times. Downside is registered under the Data protection Act 1998 and staff must not at any time use the personal data held by the Organisation or disclose such data to a third party.
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Policies and Procedures Staff are expected to follow all Downside policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines relevant to individual disciplines. Copies of Trust policies can be found in the Staff Handbook which is available from the Human Resources Department. Equality and Diversity Downside is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all its activities. We aim to provide inclusive processes, practices and a culture of equal opportunity for all members of the Downside community.
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HOW IDENTIFIED (Application / Interview)
Qualifications
DofE Award Qualification.
DofE Expedition Supervisor (or willingness to gain qualifications within 6 months).
Application Form
Hill & Moorland Leader (or South West Area Equivalent).
Able to demonstrate a good understanding of the DofE Award Scheme and the CCF.
First Aid Certificate. Knowledge eDofE Database
Application Form / Interview
Ability to prioritise workload and work flexibly to meet the demands of the department. Ability to work on own initiative. Experience of supervising young people on Expeditions.
Experience
Experience of Supervising young people working through the Award Scheme.
Experience of planning and leading DofE Expeditions.
Personal competencies and qualities
Calmness under pressure. Smart, presentable and a mature, responsible approach. Confident and friendly manner. Discreet and confidential. Appreciation of the ethos of a Benedictine boarding school.
Willingness to supervise both afloat and on foot Expeditions as necessary to support the school Expedition Programme. Full and clean driving licence (including a D1 entitlement), with a willingness to drive a school minibus.
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