REPORTING TO: Think Big Programme Coordinator

SALARY: Competitive

CONTRACT: 37.5 hours per week, 18-month fixed-term

BENEFITS: To be discussed during interview process

DEADLINE: 30TH December

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Think Big Programme Coordinator, the Think Big Assistant will be responsible for inspiring young people from diverse communities across Nottinghamshire to embrace technology and education. 

Using the power of football, the Think Big Assistant will excite and trigger interest in sports and tech, encouraging them to consider rewarding careers in technology-based jobs through a structured and innovative tech programme in schools. 

The Think Big programme is delivered in collaboration with Ideagen – one of the world’s fastest growing tech companies with headquarters in Nottingham.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support the delivery of innovative and creative virtual and face-to-face assemblies and workshops in school and community settings across Nottinghamshire promoting tech in sport.

2. Support the creation of a bespoke curriculum for football specific tech roles.

3. Support the delivery of workshops to young people on match days at the City Ground.

4. Act as an advocate for technology and innovative thinking.

5. Support the development of relationships with partners and stakeholders to increase programme visibility.

6. Support the communication of the programme’s success internally and externally, sharing good news and practice.

7. Support the Think Big Programme Coordinator with the collation of data and information relating to programme impact.

8. Deliver assemblies and workshops at secondary schools with audiences of 200+ pupils.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

1. Confident, dynamic and engaging personality.

2. Knowledge and interest in tech, sport and wider STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts and Maths) subjects.

3. Strong organisation and prioritisation skills.

4. Ability to inspire and motivate young people.

5. Proficient in Microsoft Office.

6. Comfortable presenting to large audiences in school and community settings.

7. Technology advocate with a passion for innovation.

8. Proactive attitude towards engaging and managing stakeholders.

9. Be comfortable with change and ambiguity.

10. Ability to work well in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

11. Creative thinker with the ability to bring ideas to life.

12. Ability to work alone and as part of a team.

13. Ability to use initiative and plan own workload.

14. Full, clean UK driving license with access to own vehicle.

15. Practical knowledge of all relevant social media platforms.

16. Experience of working within a charitable organisation.

PERSONAL VALUES

1. Committed to the personal development of self and others.

2. Accessible and approachable to others.

3. Progressive attitude towards innovation and positively impacting others.

4. Values and respects others, builds relationships and works collaboratively.

5. Always lead by example and acts with integrity.

6. Highly organised with strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail.

7. Self-motivated and resilient to organisational pressures and changing environments.

All applicants must diligently fill out the application form. As an integral part of the application process, all candidates must possess the right to work in the UK, undergo an enhanced DBS check, and provide two professional references.

EQUALITY OPPORTUNITIES

Nottingham Forest Community Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.

PRIVACY NOTICE

Nottingham Forest Community Trust is committed to being transparent about how it handles your personal information, to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information and meeting its obligation under the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

SAFEGUARDING

At Nottingham Forest Community Trust, we have a holistic and person-centred approach to safeguarding.

Where concerns about any child or adult at risk are raised, NFCT staff will always act with the best interests of the individual at the forefront of all actions. We accept and acknowledge our responsibility for the wellbeing and safety of all participants engaged in NFCT programmes and activities. It is the duty of our staff and volunteers at NFCT to ensure that all participants are safeguarded by creating and maintaining activities and environments that protect them from harm. Safeguarding is the responsibility of all.