Talented
Coaches
Programme
Application Form
‘I cannot express how much I personally have gained from the
Talented Coaches Programme; it is a great programme to be part of
…..What you can learn from the tutors and coaches is invaluable’
Talented Coaches Programme 2014/15
Introduction
Are you currently coaching at a club or part of a
talent pathway? We are looking to support the most
promising coaches as part of our 2014/15 Talented
Coaches Programme.
The programme has run successfully for the last six
years in which time it has supported over 100
Nottinghamshire coaches.
Successful candidates will be supported over a 12 month period to develop knowledge,
experience and skills specific to their current roles and in support of future coaching goals.
There is a core programme of workshops and training delivered by expert tutors and
coaches from across sport. Coaches will also have access to a mentor and be able to view
elite coaching sessions.
Coaches must also be committed to attending training sessions, many of which will be
evening workshops. You will be given sufficient prior notice of these dates.
Thank you for taking the time to apply to be part of the programme and we look forward to
playing a big part in your coaching future.
Kind regards,
Pete Forster
Sports Development Officer (Coaching)
[email protected]
01159774403
‘I've taken a great deal from the programme - I've developed a number of areas of my
coaching and feel that the breadth of experience I have gained has given me great
confidence. It’s a fantastic programme & I know that those being coached across the County
will benefit from it.’
(Andy Stout, Rugby Coach)
Talented Coaches Programme 2014/15
Application Form
Personal Details
Name
Address
Postcode
District
Telephone
Email
Sport
Date of Birth
Coaching Information
Where do you
coach?
Coaching Qualifications
Date
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Coaching information continued (Please cross appropriate boxes)
Which days and times do you coach?
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
How many participants do you deliver to in a week?
How many hours a week do you coach?
Ages of participants:
25 and over
14 - 25
14 - 11 and under
Level of athlete(s)
Beginner
Club
District
County
Regional
National
Sun
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Please give details of your coaching experience?
(Including current and previous coaching roles)
What are your coaching aims?
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How do you hope the programme could develop your coaching?
(Please give as much detail as possible)
Use the above areas as a guide, feel free to add more info either by
using another page or extending the areas on the word document.
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References - First Referee
(This page must be completed by the referee, and returned with the application form. Your chosen
referee MUST be able to confirm details of your coaching)
Name of applicant:
Referee details:
Name
Address
Postcode
District
Telephone
Email
Sport
Club
In what capacity do you know the applicant?
Does the applicant work in a voluntary capacity for your
organisation? Yes/ No
If yes, approximately how many hours per week
______
Who does the applicant currently coach?
(Age group, level, etc)
Please detail any further information in support of this application:
Signed:
Date:
Position within club/sport:
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References - Second Referee
(This page must be completed by the referee, and returned with the application form. Your chosen
referee MUST be able to confirm details of your coaching)
Name of applicant:
Referee details:
Name
Address
Postcode
District
Telephone
Email
Sport
Club
In what capacity do you know the applicant?
Does the applicant work in a voluntary capacity for your
organisation? Yes/ No
If yes, approximately how many hours per week
______
Who does the applicant currently coach?
(Age group, level, etc)
Please detail any further information in support of this application:
Signed:
Date:
Position within club/sport:
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Ethnicity Monitoring Form
Your responses to the questions below are classed as sensitive data which will be used for
monitoring purposes and to promote equality in coaching.
What is your ethnic group?
White
British
Irish
Any other white background ___________________________________
Mixed
White & Black Caribbean
White & Black African
White and Asian
Any other mixed background ___________________________________
Asian or Asian British
Indian
Pakistani
Bangladeshi
Any other Asian background ___________________________________
Black or Black British
Caribbean
African
Any other Black background ___________________________________
Chinese or other ethnic group
Chinese
Any other please Specify
___________________________________
Do you consider yourself to have a disability?
If yes, what is the nature of your disability?
Yes
No
_________
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Programme Criteria
To be included in the programme coaches must meet certain criteria:
Coaches will be required to hold at least a current level 1 governing body award in
the sport for which they are applying and be prepared to work towards the next
level.
Demonstrate a long-term commitment to their personal development and to be
actively coaching regularly in Nottinghamshire.
Have an appropriate level of coaching experience i.e. coaching on a regular basis.
(Experience with elite athletes is not necessary).
The minimum age is 18
Full time coaches can apply but priority will be given to coaches’ regularly coaching
in a voluntary capacity.
Coaches must be affiliated to their NGB unless such affiliation does not exist.
Where a governing body officer covers Nottinghamshire they should endorse the
application. Where an NGB is not able to commit to supporting a candidate or the
sport does not have an NGB, the panel will decide if the candidate can be accepted
onto the programme. In this instance the Nottinghamshire Coaching Development
Group may contact NGB Officers on behalf of applicants.
Applicants must provide the names of 2 independent referees who can confirm that
they meet the above criteria and vouch for their suitability to join the programme.
Relatives of coaches cannot act as referees and no more than one person from the
same club.
Coaches must either hold a driver’s license or be able to attend workshops and
sessions around the county.
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How to Apply
Applicants are invited to complete the enclosed application form either hand written or
electronically. Closing date for applications is Monday, September 1st 2014.
Please return completed applications to:
Talented Coaches Programme 2014/15
Pete Forster,
Nottinghamshire County Council
Thoroton Road,
West Bridgford,
Nottingham,
NG2 5FT
Or email them to [email protected]
Selection Procedure
All applications will be reviewed by a panel made up from members of the Nottinghamshire
Coaching Development Group (NCDG). The panel will assess all applications and successful
candidates will then be notified. The panel’s decision is final and appropriate feedback will
be sent to those unsuccessful applicants.
If successful you will be sent a confirmation letter the first evening of the programme will be
Thursday, October 9th 2014
The coach development officer will do all they can to fully support the coaches over the 12
month timetable. We look for coaches to attend 70-80% of the workshops to pass the
programme and the officer reserves the right to withdraw their place on the programme if
the coach fails, without reason, to regularly attend training and mentoring support. The
coach development group will have considered many candidates prior to selection and
therefore it is important that those selected engage fully.
Every coach will undertake a six monthly review and will have the opportunity to highlight
any issues should they arise.
If you have any questions or require any further information please contact
Pete Forster on 0115 9774403 or email [email protected]