1. School – Based P.E. and School Sports Apprenticeships ..
Sarah Belk

2. Who are we?
Active Fusion operate purely to build a brighter future for the young people of Doncaster and Rotherham as a whole.
We are focused on the improvement of physical education, promotion and facilitation of Employability, Health and Wellbeing and community engagement
Active Fusion are a not for profit, charitable organisation who operate two strands of support: Education and Community.

3. The apprentice programme:
Here is an overview of our apprentice programme:
Apprentices placed from September 2018 after application and interview process
Apprentices aged 17-19, ideally possess G.C.S.E. English and Maths at grade C or higher (or Functional Skills Level 2) and an interest/background in sport
Within Doncaster and Rotherham, the Apprenticeship model is based upon the one year delivery of the qualification: Level 3 Diploma - Advanced Apprenticeship in Supporting The Delivery of P.E. and School Sport
Apprenticeships available in Doncaster and Rotherham Primary and Secondary Schools (Dependant of location)
We ensure that the settings are correct for the young people. This has been developed over 2 years, and we currently have a 100% success rate

4. Apprentices at work:
Possible work tasks/responsibilities of a P.E and school sport apprentice:
Support the delivery of P.E. and school sport in school.
Help select/train teams
Run/assist with lunchtime/after school clubs
Run Change 4 Life clubs or Energy Clubs
Assist with competitions and School Games
Mentor groups of more able/less able
Assist with small group literacy/numeracy tasks if P.E. not timetabled
Help with assessments and inputting of data
Organise P.E. notice boards
Take charge of P.E. store cupboard
Apprentices have 1 day per week of training with Active Fusions Course Tutor and 4 days a week working in their school

5. Apprentice work:

6. Apprentice Blog:
This is an example of a Level 3 apprentice, detailing his experiences whilst working as an apprentice
Adam Martin Blog 01/10/2015
My first few weeks at Abbey Gates Primary school have been very enjoyable. All the staff have been very welcoming and all the pupils have been extremely friendly, showing great interest in the work I am doing within their school.
Throughout my time here at Abbey Gates I have already had the opportunity to attend my first football match, it was a fantastic game with action at both ends and a final score of 2-2. I have also just started a lunchtime club, girls’ football on Tuesdays, cross county on Thursdays and boys’ football on Fridays. Last week I had a fantastic boys’ football session, they all shown great improvement in their technique and execution throughout the lesson which gave me a great sense of pride and self-accomplishment.
This week, I have started my own project called ‘Martin’s Movers’ breakfast club, in which the children pay a small fee of £1 per session to participate in a range of fun, indoor activities before school. Also, during the week I have managed to set up a ‘Change for Life’ club which run during Wednesday lunchtimes. So far, I have received feedback from teachers saying how much the children are looking forward to having an “extra lesson with Mr. Martin.”
Thanks for reading,
Adam Martin - Abbey Gates Primary

7. Recruitment Timeline:
Action
Month
Headteachers’ meetings
October - February 2018
Advertising and recruitment (AF)
March - May 2018
Host school interviews, finalising of placements and admin. completed
June - July 2018
Placement commences
September 2018

8. Apprentice Mentor:
Schools will allocate a mentor within your school to support the Apprentice:
To ensure Apprentice is given appropriate workload
Create Apprentice’s timetable
To support Apprentice within their school setting and be point of contact for both Apprentice and Course Tutor/ Director of Education
To attend an introductory briefing with Course Tutor/Director of Education at Active Fusion to outline programme
Where and when possible, observe and monitor performance of the Apprentice
Organise a weekly mentor meeting to review apprentice progress
Ensure Apprentice is given appropriate break times and access to lunch
Attend Progress Reviews every half term with Course Tutor

9. Commitment from Apprentices:
Active Fusion expenct Apprentices to follow these minimum guidelines to guarantee a high standard of work.
These guidelines are:
To display a positive attitude at all times
Ensure excellent levels of attendance and punctuality
Demonstrate a commitment to school and tutoring sessions.
Willingness to learn and develop new skills
Be adaptable and use initiative
Good organisation skills, ability to keep to deadlines

10. Tutor Days:
Apprentices have 1 day a week with their course Tutor. During this time they:
Complete portfolio of evidence covering all aspects of Teaching and Learning of P.E. using the 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport (QCF)
Undertake continued professional development to include training from NGBs, experienced teachers and/or Course Tutor.
First Aid Training
A number of other certificated qualifications e.g. Level 2 Multi-skills
Access Careers Advice
Lead sessions for peers
Self and peer assessment of delivery

11. Apprenticeship Wages
Apprentice wage is £3.50 minimum per hour linked to the National apprenticeship wage and the 1 year duration of the Level 3 course.
Apprentices are paid on a 52 week contract for 30 hours per week. However, it is expected that an apprentice exceeds this and gains time back ‘in lieu’ due to the 52 week contract.
£105 per week, £5460 annually

12. Pathway Developed: Level 3 Apprenticeship
Continue to work in a school environment, coaching role or apply for university
Potential of Level 4-6 Qualifications in conjunction with external providers and Level 5 professional qualification in Primary PE specialism

13. To Register Your Interest
Contact : Sarah Belk Active Fusion
Telephone: ext 299
Web:
@Activefusion @afapprentices af_Fusion
@Active_Fusion