Students,

I am a Director of Travelteer, an overseas volunteering organisation and placement provider for UK University students. I am contacting you to offer your Sport and Exercise students the opportunity to use our Sports Development programme in Sri Lanka as either a placement option or an opportunity to gain experience in their academic breaks. Please find the full prospectus attached.

Our Sports Development placements are from 2 weeks to 9 months. We offer 24/7 support and take care of all volunteers logistics to ensure a high level of quality and safety. The programme has been developed by Travelteer and runs all year round. We have been approved by the Sri Lankan government to operate in selected schools in the South West and have helped make a very positive impact in the local community.

We currently work with and offer these placements to such universities as Uni of Nottingham, Sheffield Hallam, Nottingham Trent and Birmingham City.

Once you have reviewed the attached prospectus, and if you would like to participate in the scheme, please contact Laurence from Travelteer on the contact details below….

  Laurence Tranfield

  Director/ Co-Founder

  Tel:        +44(0)115 874 4399
  Mob:     +44(0)77922 436 72

  Email:    laurence.tranfield@travelteer.co.uk

   Travelteer, 28 Gordon Road,

   West Bridgford,

   Nottingham NG2 5LN

  www.travelteer.co.uk

Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

The ACU is offering 17 grants of up to GBP 2,000 each for undergraduate students from ACU member universities in the UK to attend summer schools overseas during summer 2020. 

The summer schools
The grants are tenable at summer schools at ACU member universities overseas. Applicants will be asked to identify a first and second choice of summer school on the application form. The host institutions include universities in Canada, India, South Africa and a number of other countries. The full list of hosts is available on the ACU website.

Safeguarding notice

The list of host universities students can apply for grants to study at includes The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), whose Summer School begins at the end of June. The ACU will be reviewing travel advice to students who have been awarded a Global Grant by the end of April, to consider the security situation in Hong Kong and the progression of the coronavirus outbreak at that time. If necessary, students will have the option to register for a summer school in another country. UK universities are free to advise their students to not select CUHK when they submit a grant application.

Eligibility criteria
Grants are available to students who meet both of the following criteria:

• Registered as a current undergraduate student 
• A UK citizen, or with UK refugee status

In addition, students must also meet at least one of the following criteria:

• From a family with a combined annual parental income of under GBP 25,000, or
• The first person in their family to go to university, or
• A care leaver

If the criteria above does not match with how your university measures Widening Participation, and you would like to discuss using different criteria to provide an opportunity for your students to be involved, I would be keen to hear from you. Please email globalgrants@acu.ac.uk or call 0207 380 6755 so we can discuss this before you nominate students. 

How to participate
We are asking International / Global Mobility Offices to:

1) Advertise the opportunity to students and ask them to submit the application form to you. The application form can be found here and full information about the grants is available on the ACU website.

2) Conduct an internal selection process using this suggested marking criteria. Universities can either check students’ eligibility for the grants using Widening Participation data held by the institution or, if this is not possible, can ask students to self-identify.

3) Nominate up to two candidates to the ACU by Wednesday 4 March using this online form.

The ACU will then carry out the final selection process to select the 17 recipients. Successful candidates will then be required to register for one of the eligible summer schools and arrange their own travel.

I look forward to receiving your nomination for the grants. If you have any queries, please reply to this email.

Best wishes,
Terri Jacques

Senior Scholarships and Fellowships Officer 

NATO, the 2019 London Leaders’ Meeting and working in Her Majesties Government: What’s it all about?

Monday November 18 11:30-13:00pm (Venue Digital Kiln, Mellor Building)

In December 2019, 70 years after NATO was founded, NATO Heads of State and Government will meet in London – the Alliance’s first home. Come and meet some of the people who work on NATO in HMG to find out what’s happening and why it matters – AND hear about careers in diplomacy, pol-mil… and more!

 The Civil Service is divided into departments, which deal with areas such as education, health and defence. Most departments have their own agencies dealing with specialist subjects. Whatever your passion – from the environment to international development, there’s a department or agency to match. Three civil servants from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and MoD will brief on their careers in Her Majesties Government  to date, talk about the range of careers available, including options for entry.

This is your opportunity to ask any questions you might have about careers in Her Majesties Government . All are welcome! The Civil Service attracts people from the full spectrum of disciplines/subject areas. Whatever discipline/subject you study, this talk will be of interest to you.

Please see below for information of the courses being delivered at Staffordshire University as part of our Coach Education Programme. Please contact Arron Dunn on A.Dunn@Staffs.ac.uk (or 01782 294626) to reserve your place. All students welcome!

Note: If you would like to participate in the Handball and Dodgeball Activators course taking place on the 19th Oct you must book by Friday 11th. Essentially, this is two qualifications running back to back from 10am-4pm at Sir Stanley Matthews Sports Centre. Please use the link below to book your place:

https://shop.staffs.ac.uk/handball-and-dodgeball-activator-course-2019.html

WHO WE ARE: Futsal Factory has been operating youth futsal programs throughout the greater Sacramento area for over 10 years and is the only official US Youth Futsal organization in the area. Our coaching staff work with youth players ranging in age from 3 to 18, and ranging in skill level from beginner to advanced, high-level comp players.

Our coaching staff is comprised of both domestic and international coaches, with high levels of coaching and playing expierence. The most important skill that our coaches have is an enthusiasm and passion for the sport and for teaching the sport to youth players.

Our goal is to provide children of all ages and abilities with the highest quality soccer training. We work hard to ensure that all participants develop their skills and knowledge of the game as much as possible during our tuition. Participants are continually challenged through the use of specially design games and exercises which will help dramatically improve both technical skills and their tactical knowledge of the game.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR: Professional coaching staff who meet the minimum qualifications (recognized national futsal coaching license and at least 2 years playing and coaching futsal) & those that demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm for the sport, professional demeanor, and a high level of responsibility.

All coaching staff will coach all program levels, from beginner to advanced. Coaching staff must be familiar and capable of coaching to a high-level of skill within the youth futsal program. Coaches must be comfortable and/or willing to learn coaching techniques specific to age and ability of participants, including those at a very young age.

CURRENT VACANCIES:

FULL-TIME FUTSAL COACH

• Oct 2019 – June 2020.
• Based in Sacramento, California.
• Up to 40 hours per week – Coaching & Admin.
• Employment visa application completed by Futsal Factory.
• Requirements – Nationally recognized futsal coaching qualification, 2 years coaching/playing experience, clean driving license.
• Responsibilities – Work with players between the ages of 3-18 and coach teams as part of the Futsal Factory Development Academy.
• Compensation Package – Company car, housing, relocation package and competitive salary.

APPLICATION – To be considered for this position please send an email with your resume and cover letter to – Futsal Factory – Coach Application (contact@futsal-factory.com)

Emergency First Aid at Work

Level 2 Qualification in Sports Leadership

The Level 2 Qualification in Sports Leadership is a nationally recognised qualification that enables successful learners to lead groups of people in sport/activity, under indirect supervision.

The qualification teaches generic leadership skills such as organisation, planning, communication and teamwork through the medium of sport within the community. It is a fun and practical qualification with no entrance requirements or final examinations to sit.

You do not need any qualifications to attend the course but it is recommended that you have a basic knowledge of sport & physical activity and interest in sports coaching and leadership.

Details…

Date: Monday 28th October to Friday 1st November 2019

Time: 9.30-4pm each day

Location: Fenton Manor Sports Complex, Stoke-on-Trent

Cost: FREE (a deposit of £32 plus booking fee is required. However, the course cost of £32 will be reimbursed upon completion of the course and volunteering hours).

Age: 16+

Volunteering Hours

You will be required to complete 12 hours volunteering for School Games Events and Competitions.

You will also be required to complete 10 hours volunteering for the qualification (where these hours are completed will determine which qualification you receive). There is the possibility of combining the above and you will be supported to do this.

Please note: your place will be confirmed upon completion of registration documents and course information which will be sent to you once you have booked your place.

In order to receive a full refund, you must give 7xworking days’ notice prior to the start of the course. If less notice is given, the refund is not granted.

To book your place please click here:

https://sportsleaderslv2.eventbrite.co.uk

For more information please contact:

Camilla Denham-White

Programme Manager (Children and Young People)

cdenham@staffordbc.gov.uk

01785 619694

Please see below for information of the courses being delivered at Staffordshire University as part of our Coach Education Programme. Please contact Arron Dunn on A.Dunn@Staffs.ac.uk (or 01782 294626) to reserve your place. All students welcome!

Coach Ed 19-20

Progressive Sports are looking for super dedicated and enthusiastic people, who can deliver inspiring and engaging sports sessions in various different Sports.

We are a leading provider in the sports education market, delivering services to schools and communities. And this is a unique opportunity to be part of our growing business, which enables talented people to flourish in a rewarding and exciting environment.  

We pride ourselves on providing the very best customer experience, so as well as coaching, you will be expected to build relationships with our customers, so excellent people skills are crucial within this role.

If you love sport, working with children and are a super-star performer – with experience and qualifications to support your application; then we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have an Enhanced CRB Disclosure, NGB L1 or L2 qualification in one sport IS essential and further qualifications in other sports is desirable. Applicants will also need to travel to and from venues – so own transport is important.

Rate of pay is  £10 – £15 per hour based on your experience and qualifications . You will be working various days Monday – Friday, and from time to time on a Saturday morning.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress within a dynamic and growing company. If you can please send a CV with a covering letter to s.ward@progressive-sports.co.uk. and to t.hatton@progressive-sports.co.uk

Contact Tel:  01889 343120

Address:       Progressive Sports

                       The Crown Building

                       Sandy Lane

                       Rugeley

                       Staffs

                       WS15 2LB

JOB ROLE SUMMARY

JOB ROLE DETAILS

Company Overview

Vision Soccer Training &Futsal Factory are looking for qualified soccer and futsal coaches to join their team this summer. 

Gain experience working with players of all ages and abilities from 3-year old’s to higher level competitive players.

Work for an organization with over 15 years’experience running professional soccer and futsal programs in Northern California.

– Be part of a fun, friendly, professional and supportive team.

– All programs operated in the local area.

– Enjoy monthly staff socials to experience and enjoy the American culture. 

Vision Soccer Training has a reputation for offering high level and professional training for teams and individuals in the Sacramento area. All successful applicants will be required to work with teams’ individuals,and small and large groups. 

Futsal Factory is the official US Youth Futsal affiliated program for the Sacramento area. The company director serves as the US Youth Futsal State Director for Northern California. Coaches will provide futsal instruction through various programs which include week long camps, monthly skills clinics and the Futsal Factory US Youth Futsal elite player academy.

Job Overview

This position provides you with an opportunity to use your knowledge and passion for the game to inspire young American athletes. Spending a summer in the California sunshine is a memorable experience, but it also requires hard work and dedication to your players,teams, and fellow staff members. Your ability to push through long hours and hot days with a positive attitude is paramount in making the most of your experience. 

We aim to provide a fun and supportive work environment for all of our staff. We do not demonstrate favoritism – each program is important, and all staff members contribute equally to the success of our programs, regardless of previous coaching experience or certificates. 

Who we are looking for: 

Generally speaking, successful applicants have the following experience / traits:

On field experience: 

– Have experience leading coaching sessions and can draw upon their coaching experience and qualifications to offer exceptional coaching to all players, regardless of age and skill level. 

– Know how to manage a group. Coaches must be able to be silly with their teams / players, as well as disciplined and focused so that players have fun, while also progressing in their development. 

– Must be able to connect with their players, team coaches, and fellow staff members. 

– Can adjust coaching style to match the dynamic of their team

For morte information, please contact james@visionsoccertraining.com or alternatively please visit the website below…

Summer Soccer Programs Now Online – www.VisionSoccerTraining.com