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  • Horticultural Activity Coordinator
    Horticultural Activity Coordinator
    4 hours ago
    £25000 yearly
    Full-time
    Egham

    Join our team as a Horticultural Activity Coordinator, providing crucial maternity cover for a 9-month fixed-term contract. In this rewarding role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the quality of life for service users within our day service by designing and implementing engaging gardening and horticultural activities. Your compassionate approach and excellent communication skills will foster a nurturing environment, promoting physical activity, sensory stimulation, and social interaction through therapeutic horticultural programmes. Some ad-hoc activities not involving horticulture are also likely. Key Responsibilities: • Plan, organise, and lead a diverse range of horticultural activities, thoughtfully adapted to meet the varied needs of our service users., • Collaborate effectively with staff to seamlessly integrate horticultural activities into individualised care plans., • Maintain safe and accessible gardening spaces, ensuring all equipment and plant selections are suitable for service user engagement., • Actively encourage service users to participate in all aspects of gardening, including planting, watering, and harvesting, thereby promoting physical movement and mental engagement., • Monitor service users' responses and progress, adjusting programmes as necessary to optimise their engagement and overall well-being., • Champion the therapeutic benefits of horticulture, utilising it as a powerful tool for cognitive stimulation and emotional comfort within our day service., • Undertake ad-hoc duties as required to support the smooth running of the service. What We Are Looking For: • Extensive knowledge of and genuine passion for horticulture, coupled with a commitment to creating meaningful activity programmes that enhance service users' lives., • Strong communication skills, enabling effective interaction with service users, their families, and team members., • Previous experience in caregiving or care settings is highly desirable., • The ability to organise activities independently while thriving in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to make a profound positive impact on the lives of our service users through engaging horticultural activities that foster independence, sensory stimulation, and social connection. Contract Details: • Fixed-term contract: 9 months, • Annual Salary: £25,000.00 Benefits: • Casual dress code, • On-site parking

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  • Head Tennis Coach
    Head Tennis Coach
    8 days ago
    £36–£50 hourly
    Full-time
    Molesey

    We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Head Coach to lead our coaching programme and drive the development of athletes and coaching staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting the overall coaching vision, fostering a high-performance and inclusive environment, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional training programmes. This is a leadership role with the opportunity to shape athlete development pathways, mentor coaches, and promote a strong culture of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. The Head Coach will play a pivotal role in enhancing performance standards, building confidence across all levels, and promoting healthy, active lifestyles within the organisation and wider community. Responsibilities • Lead the design and implementation of a comprehensive coaching programme aligned with organisational goals, • Oversee and support coaching staff, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback, • Plan and supervise high-quality training sessions tailored to varying skill levels and development pathways, • Monitor athlete and team performance, using insights to drive continuous improvement, • Establish a positive, inclusive team culture that promotes respect, accountability, and sportsmanship, • Coordinate team selection, competitions, and events, ensuring effective organisation and execution, • Ensure all coaching activities comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies, • Manage and maintain equipment, facilities, and resources, reporting and addressing any issues, • Maintain accurate records of athlete progress, programme outcomes, and team performance, • Act as a key representative of the organisation, building relationships with stakeholders, parents, and the wider community Qualifications • Proven experience in a senior coaching or leadership role within sport or physical education, • Strong technical knowledge of relevant sports disciplines and advanced coaching methodologies, • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop coaching staff, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse groups, • Highly organised with strong planning and programme management capabilities, • Relevant coaching certifications or qualifications are desirable, • A strong commitment to athlete welfare, development, and safeguarding standards, • Passion for sport, performance development, and community impact, • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and during competitions or events as required This role presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to make a lasting impact on both athlete development and coaching excellence. The ideal candidate will bring professionalism, vision, and a strong commitment to creating a supportive and high-performing environment. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Work Location: In person

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