Key Aspects of Researching Jobs in Sports Industry
When researching jobs in the sports industry, it's crucial to consider key aspects such as job description, company or organization, required skills and knowledge, career progression opportunities, and personal suitability. By analyzing these factors, individuals can make informed decisions about pursuing specific job roles, ensuring a better fit and potential for growth within the industry.
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Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 11thMAY (slides 1-8)
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
LO3- Key aspects to consider when researching jobs
Key aspects of researching jobs Key aspects of researching jobs Once you have found a job linked to sport- you need to know more about the job itself- so that you don t get a shock once you start the job. When looking at any job its important you consider (look for) some key information; 1) Job description /specification- what exactly will you be doing? What qualifications are needed? Who will I be working with? 2) Company or organisation job role is with- Who will you be working for? What is your job title? 3) Skills and knowledge required What skills and knowledge are they asking for to be able to complete the job? 4) Progression available- can you change job roles with success and improved experience? Pay rise? 5) Consideration of own suitability and identification of own strengths and weaknesses- are you suitable for the job? Does it excite you? Have you go the necessary skills?
Example job advert linked to sport- found in August 2018 Part Time Receptionist . 22.5 Hours per Week. National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham. 7.83 per hour + Excellent Benefits The National Water Sports Centre is just 10 minutes from the city of Nottingham and yet feels a world away. Within the site is a 2km Regatta Lake and a 700m White Water Course which were purpose built for elite athletes to train and compete at the highest level. As the venue for Olympic selection for the Great Britain flat water canoe and kayak teams, as well as national and international events, we pride ourselves on fully understanding the needs of world class athletes in preparation for a major competition. We require a part time receptionist to work 22.5 hours per week, covering shifts 5 days out of 7 on a rolling rota basis, you will be required to work earlies, lates, and weekends. In the role of Receptionist you will be the front line customer service for the public entering the National Water Sports Centre. This role will entail providing an excellent customer experience through outstanding communication skills, in person and over the telephone, and dealing with enquiries. Previous experience in a customer facing role in a busy environment is key to the role of Receptionist. Key Responsibilities: Greet and book-in customers on a computerised booking system to the National WaterSports Centre and the hotel facilities Deal with cash transactions Ensure relevant information is continuously available to customers Deal with first line customer enquires or complaints Key skills, Experience and Qualifications: Demonstrable previous experience of dealing face to face with customers in a busy environment Maths and English GCSE level C or equivalent Basic cash handling ability IT ability, with computerised booking system exposure being advantageous The ability to remain mature and calm under pressure An organised, team player, with high levels of interpersonal skills Benefits available to the successful applicant include: 20 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (Rising 1 day per year, up to a maximum of 25) Free Gym Membership Paid Overtime Opportunities
Key aspect of researching jobs Key aspect of researching jobs- -Task- research a job within the sports industry For your assignment you need to identify a job you could apply for and then unpick the information to then show you have considered all aspects of the job. 1) Find a real job advert that you are interested in (link it to your CV & interview questions) (e.g. PE teacher, lifeguarding, receptionist etc) 2) Copy the job advert electronically or write out the advert (see example on previous slide) 3) Once you have found a good job advert ..Task- use the 5 consideration points covered previously to show your knowledge about the job you are applying for. USE THE INFORMATION IN THE ADVERT TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS Mr Gibbison s guidance; Starter sentence: when I am looking for jobs and find one that I like, I then need to look for certain bits of information. Points to consider when reading adverts are explained below . -Job description /specification- what exactly will you be doing on a day-to day basis? What qualifications/experience are needed? Who will I be working with? -Company or organisation job role is with- Who will you be working for? What is your job title? Where and when will you be working? Full time or part time? Number of hours? -Skills and knowledge required What skills and knowledge are they asking for to be able to complete the job? -Progression available- can you change job roles with success and improved experience? Pay rise? Salary? -Consideration of own suitability and identification of own strengths and weaknesses- are you suitable for the job? Does it excite you? Have you go the necessary skills? +Any additional information you can tell about the job? Role? Company? Mr Gibbison s example answer: If I was successful at getting this job at the water sports centre, as part of being employed by the company I would be free use of the facilities before or after my shift has finished. The company has said they will send me on training courses but have made it clear that progression into other jobs is unlikely. I have asked that I keep a good level of personal appearance by wearing the correct uniform and always treat customers with a professional attitude.
Task and tips 1) Ensure your assignment includes a job advert you have found and then use the job advert to show you have researched the job in detail (by answering the questions) 2) Detail is the difference between a good (distinction) and poor (pass) answer 3) Electronic or hand written is fine (but keep it safe!) 4) It is vital you create your own work! 5) Email me if you need help
Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 4thMAY (slides 1-8)
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
LO3- Producing a personal career plan
LO3: LO3: Applying for jobs within the sports industry Your task is to: - identify sources of information relating to job vacancies in the sports industry and research a specific job role - create an appropriate CV for the job role in the sports industry in which you have identified - prepare for a possible interview - produce a personal career plan. You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Career plan Career plan- - some jobs will require experience and qualifications to be gained. Therefore you may need a career plan to ensure you get your dream job. Task- identify a job within the sports industry that you would like. (e.g to become a PE teacher, receptionist at a gym, Rugby coach etc) **tip: use the job you have been doing your CV/cover letter for** Questions: What SMART targets would be needed? What do you want to achieve? What skills are you missing/training would you need?
Task-create a career plan for your chosen job Mr Gibbison s example (you can copy this short sentence): My career plan for becoming a .(e.g PE teacher) when I am older is listed below. As part of this plan I will need to assess how its going every few weeks and make changes if needed to the plans. This is a live document that I can keep adding too or changing as required Year What do I hope to achieve (aim) Missing skills/training needed to achieve the aim SMART targets 1 ? To become a PE teacher I will need a CRB check so I will need to get that done if I want to work with children as soon as possible. I will also need to complete numeracy and literacy tests too. Therefore I will need additional support with my literacy before I complete the test. ? 2 Go to West Notts college and continue with my studies. I would aim to focus on studying PE, Maths and Art- as these are subjects I enjoy. PE is obviously the most important one in terms of my career plan. To gain experience I will help out in a local school one afternoon a week and continue to play a range of sports myself, such as; swimming and football. I will aim to get as much coaching experience as I can ? ? 3 ? ? This target is specific as I have identified a particular course to attend to gain a qualification. The aim is measurable as I should pass the course and get a certificate. It is realistic as this course is available all year and I already have good knowledge linked to the sport.
Task and tips 1) Ensure all boxes are complete and link .(aim> missing training/skills> SMART targets) 2) Ideas for aims .(Gain suitable GCSE s, go to university, work abroad to gain experience, ensure I work out 5 times a week, complete a first aid qualifications, work alongside other professionals) 3) Use the internet and me for help 4) Detail is the difference between a good (distinction) and poor (pass) answer 5) Electronic or hand written is fine (but keep it safe!) 6) It is vital you create your own work! 7) Email me if you need help
LAST WEEKS WORK IS ON THE SLIDES BELOW IF you haven t already done it and sent it to me!
Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 27th APRIL (slides 1-9)
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
LO3-How to prepare for an interview
LO3: LO3: Applying for jobs within the sports industry Your task is to: - identify sources of information relating to job vacancies in the sports industry and research a specific job role - create an appropriate CV for the job role in the sports industry in which you have identified - prepare for a possible interview - produce a personal career plan. You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Preparing for interview Once you have identified the right job for you- you then apply by sending in your CV and covering letter. If successful- it is likely you will be called to interview. This is done face-to-face, through tests/trials and even over the phone. The important thing to remember about interviews is . fail to prepare, prepare to fail
Preparing for interview 4 stages to follow when preparing for interview. (We are going to look at the green sections) 1. Prepare answers for common interview questions (not just associated with jobs in the sports industry) common questions will be asked at every interview and therefore its useful to have some answers/ideas already prepared. Questions: what qualities do you have to suit this job? Why do you want to work for this company? 2. Consider research about the specific role/job- show that you are interested in the company/job/role and have done some prior research. This will show you are serious about the job. Example: I have spoken to people who have worked for your company before and they say it is an excellent company to work for . 3. Prepare for assessment tasks (i.e do you need to present/role play/complete a trial?) does it say what will be included on the day of the interview? 4. Prepare your own questions- this is your chance to find out more Questions: would I get any additional training? When would my start date be?
Task- get yourself prepared for an interview **Your teacher may complete a real life interview with you- so be prepared** Task- using for 4 stages for interview preparation- evidence that you are ready. Mr Gibbison s guidance/advice: 1. Prepare answers for common interview questions- create a minimum of 5 common questions and potential answers (write them out) (ask for help with questions if you need too) Mr Gibbison s example: Q: Why do you want to work in our organisation? A: Because I want to work as receptionist for a large company that is passionate about water sports and feel that your company is experienced, professional and would provide this opportunity that I am looking for. You also talk about training staff correctly and this is something I am passionate about. 4. Prepare your own questions- create a minimum of 5 questions you would aim to ask whoever is interviewing you (ideas: what training will I get? What is the pay?). Try and think of some difficult questions or things you would really want to know .
Task and tips 1) You need a minimum of 5 for each part of the task 2) You can do more (but no more than 8) 3) Use the internet/your parent/me for help 4) Detail is the difference between a good (distinction) and poor (pass) answer 5) Electronic or hand written is fine (but keep it safe!) 6) It is vital you create your own work! 7) Email me if you need help
LAST WEEKS WORK IS ON THE SLIDES BELOW IF you haven t already done it and sent it to me!
Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 20th APRIL (slides 1-8)
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Title.. LO3-Sources of information for job vacancies (i.e. where can you find out about jobs?)
LO3: LO3: Applying for jobs within the sports industry Your task is to: - identify sources of information relating to job vacancies in the sports industry and research a specific job role - create an appropriate CV for the job role in the sports industry in which you have identified - prepare for a possible interview - produce a personal career plan. You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Sources of information regarding job vacancies Sources of information regarding job vacancies There are hundreds/thousands of jobs available in sports all across the UK and even across the world but in order to apply for jobs- you need to know where to look. For your assignment you need to describe how you would use the following sources of information to search for jobs. **It may be useful to also explain what some of the sources are too. 1. Careers advisers 2. Connexions service 3. Library 4. Internet 5. Job Centre 6. Local newspapers 7. Noticeboards at sports centre 8. People employed at the workplace 9. Specialist agencies (e.g Careers in sport) 10. National governing bodies 11. Sports organisation (e.g UK sport)
Mr Mr Gibbison s Gibbison s sources of information example sources of information example For your assignment you need to describe how you would use the following sources of information (*ALL 11 of them*) to search for jobs. It may be useful to also explain what some of the sources are too (especially if you don t know what they are. *e.g a careers adviser is ..and then explain how they can help you find job vacancies). Opening sentence: I want to work in the sports industry. I would like to work as a basketball coach (insert any job linked to sport), working with either adults or children to pass on my enjoyment of the sport. To gain experience it would be useful to look for a job linked to sport. I can find details about job vacancies by using: 1. Careers advisers - ? 2. Connexions service -there is a connexions centre in Mansfield that I could go to and look for work in the sports industry. I can talk to staff and get support if its needed. They could also support me looking for job vacancies by sitting with a connexions worker and looking on the internet for available jobs. Connexions is a company that 3. Library- ? Poor examples v Good examples 4. Internet - look on the internet for sports jobs. 5. Job Centre - I can go down to the job centre 6. Local newspapers - ? 7. Noticeboards at sports centre - ? 8. People employed at the workplace- I have family friends who work in leisure centres in my village. They know I am keen to get a job linked to sport. They have told me that they will tell me if there are any jobs in the place where they work. This is a really useful way of hearing about jobs quickly through people who are already employed at a certain place. 9. Specialist agencies (e.g Careers in sport)- with sport being such a big business, some companies only do adverts for sports jobs. Example of this are are www.careers-in-sport. co.uk. Other examples of specialist sports agencies are 10. National governing bodies- ? 11. Sports organisation (e.g UK sport)- ?
Task and tips 1) Adapt the opening sentence provided 2) Make sure you cover all 11 headings . 3) Ensure answers are focussed on how the sources would advertise/allow you/help you find/where would you find job vacancies 4) Detail is the difference between a good (distinction) and poor (pass) answer 5) Electronic or hand written is fine (but keep it safe!) 6) It is vital you create your own work! 7) Email me if you need help
LAST WEEKS WORK IS ON THE SLIDES BELOW IFyou haven t already done it and sent it to me!
Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 30th MARCH (slides 1-8)
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Covering letter When you apply for a job and send your CV- you also need to include a covering letter. A good cover letter goes a long way to ensuring you get to the interview stage. Make sure you put the same time and effort into a cover letter as you do into creating a CV. A cover letter should make it clear which job the CV is for and include the job title and any reference that has been given for it. Basically, a cover letter should help your potential employer to direct your application appropriately. When your CV is sent in, the professional courtesy of sending it with a cover letter is standard practise.
Mr Gibbisonscover letter example: (for a job linked to a nutritionist) Add an address (set it out like you would on a letter) Friday 3rd June 2016 (edit to current day) Dear Sir/Madam, (create a name to write too), Position applied for: Nutritionist for Derby County FC (identify the job you are applying for .*you should have already done this on your CV** e.g. PE teacher, lifeguard, coach, receptionist at a sports centre) I have seen a job advertised on your website linked to Derby County football club. I would love to work as a nutritionist within your great football club (make reference to the job you are applying for ). I would be available to begin work within the next month and travel is not an issues-as I hold a clean driving license (state when you could start work) (Provide an overview of past education/qualifications) Whilst I was at (insert school name) ..school I studied GCSE PE for 2 years. This gave me a general overview and increased my knowledge of sport. The course involved theory lessons covering topics such as the body during sport and key muscles used. I also had to perform in a range of different sports. My main sports that I play are; Football, Cricket and Swimming. (you can highlight your main sports they you play). I then progressed onto studying Sports at A-Level and then went to the University of Bedfordshire to study Health and Nutrition. (link your progressions/qualifications to the job. E.g. nutrition). Going to university provided with the opportunity to develop my knowledge in nutrition and experience working in busy kitchens. I also worked at Derby hospital in their nutrition department too. Whilst studying to become a nutritionist, I also volunteered to work at a summer school, teaching children between 4-10 a range of sports each summer (make reference to some past experiences/you may have covered some in your CV already). I regularly take part in swimming all year around and cricket. Throughout my sporting career, I have regularly been the captain of the team. I see myself as a good communicator, an excellent team player but also as someone who can work as an individual. I am also competent using ICT and have good people skills. I love being involved in nutrition linked to professional athletes. I have previously worked for Mansfield Town FC in a similar position and am now looking for a more challenging job. I love having an impact on others. I feel that I am very successful in health and nutrition. (states why you are interested in this job) Please find attached a copy of my CV and thanks you for taking the time to read my covering letter. Yours faithfully Craig Gibbison
Task Task- create a covering letter to support/go alongside your CV Task- create a covering letter to go alongside your CV. Mr Gibbison has found an example from the internet for guidance but it MUST be your own work remember!
Task and tips 1) Create a cover letter suitable for the job you wrote your CV about (i.e. teacher, coach, receptionist etc) 2) Electronic or hand written is fine (but keep it safe!) 3) Use the two examples for support/guidance (the information in the yellow box on slide 6 should help) 4) If you type example cover letters UK into google it provides lots of images/examples to look at. 5) It is vital you create your own though! 6) Email me if you need help
LAST WEEKS WORK IS ON THE SLIDES BELOW IFyou haven t already done it and sent it to me!
Work to be completed in the afternoon on MONDAY 23RD MARCH
Cambridge national certificate Unit R055: Working in the sports industry Learning outcome 3: Applying for jobs within the sports industry
Rules for your work You must produce your own work and not copy others or information from the internet or books Your teacher can provide support and guidance but not answers- they must be your own You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Creating a CV (curriculum vitae) Important points to consider about a CV. 1. Is it an appropriate length? (not too short or long) 2. Does it show your qualifications and experience? 3. Is your CV/information relevant to the job you want to apply for? 4. Have you proof read your CV for mistakes? 5. Have you included a covering letter?
LO3: LO3: Applying for jobs within the sports industry Your task is to: - identify sources of information relating to job vacancies in the sports industry and research a specific job role - create an appropriate CV for the job role in the sports industry in which you have identified - prepare for a possible interview - produce a personal career plan. You can present your work in any format (i.e PowerPoint, report, spreadsheet, notes)
Task Task- create a detailed CV to apply for your identified job (e.g Mr Gibbison would need a CV for the Water sports centre job) Mr Gibbison s guidance on what to include; - Name - Contact details/address/picture - Education details /course studied - Qualifications gained - Experiences linked to THIS job - Personal qualities that you think make you suitable for the job
Mr Gibbisonspersonal qualities example: Personal qualities that you think make you suitable for the job (Working at at water sports centre): I believe I am suitable for the job at receptionist at the Water sports centre as I have over 10 years of experience of being a receptionist in many different organisations. I have trained other people up to become excellent receptionists also by passing on my knowledge and experience. I work well with the management staff and carry out all tasks asked of me. I keep excellent records of company data and am very skilled in IT and communication with others; staff and customers. I pride myself on my hard working attitude and dedication to the job. Upon leaving school, I completed a BTEC qualification in reception and management studies. Over the years of doing this job, I have attended several additional training course to further my skills and knowledge. I work well under pressure and communicate well with others. I have a keen interest in water sports myself also and do a lot of surfing in my spare time. I am able to work on my own if required but thrive as part of a team. I am flexible; adaptable and approachable. I can travel if required but would prefer to be at a settled venue. I am always on time and smartly dressed. I consider myself to be trustworthy and dependable.
Task Task- electronic or hand written 1) 2) Use the internet to find examples of CV s. (this will allow you to see what it should look like) Using a template that you find or creating your own- create a CV as if you are applying for a job related to the Sports industry (e.g PE teacher, Sports coach, lifeguard, receptionist in a sports centre) Write the CV using your imagination (i.e. you have the qualifications/experience already) Key points that must be included; - Name - Contact details/address/picture - Education details /course studied - Qualifications gained - Experiences linked to THIS job - Personal qualities that you think make you suitable for the job 4) Personal qualities that you think make you suitable for the job- This is the most important section and needs explanation/detail and examples (use the example on the previous slide) 3) 4)
