Job Description

Details

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Reference number

396560

Salary

29,580
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

MOD - Navy - Navy Command Headquarters (NCHQ) is the nerve centre of the Royal Navy. It supports operations around the globe and provides the ships, people, aircraft and equipment to deliver the UK's defence policy. NCHQ supports all the Royal Navy's activities from f

Type of role

Other

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time

Number of jobs available

1

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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HMS Collingwood, Newgate Lane, Fareham. PO14 1AS.

About the job

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Job summary

Sport is part of the trinity of Physical Development which also includes Adventurous Training and Physical Education. Physical Development is a key component of the Moral Component of Operational Capability (MC of OC), this is a fundamental part of the service 'offer' and supports the strategic, operational, and tactical objectives of strengthening and enhancing the resourcefulness and resilience of RN personnel and their families.


RN Physical Development programmes contribute significantly to the development and sustainment of the MC of OC by delivering individuals who are mentally and physically robust with a high degree of war-fighting spirit; they also make a substantial contribution to the maintenance of high morale. Sport also contributes to fitness, teamwork, leadership, self-discipline, determination, co-ordination, courage, competitive spirit, individual and collective resilience, and consequently military ethos. Inextricably linked to operational efficiency, authorised sport is a Condition of Service with duty status and is a core activity that cannot be considered discretionary.


In support of the Live Well strategy, the Sports Development Officer is key to the facilitation, administration and delivery of sport and fitness to establishment personnel, providing support and advice to establishment sports teams and a close working relationship with the People Support Sports Delivery Teams, the Deployable Regional unit, and broader RN Sports Associations. A key delivery objective is to provide opportunities for participation in sport and fitness at all levels across the establishment.


This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Job description

The Sports Development Officer will be the conduit to providing grassroots opportunities and thus supporting the RN sports continuum at all levels, assisting in the delivery of regional sporting events and NavyFit festivals at their establishment. Additionally, aid in the promotion of the Live Well strategy, promoting, supporting and facilitating all health and wellbeing functions within the Establishment.


1. Co-ordinate all JSP660 and BR51 relevant Sport output within the establishment, including the day-to-day planning, coordination, and organisation of individual and team sporting opportunities. Promote and administer inter-part and inter-establishment sports competitions and NavyFit Festivals as part of the RN Sports continuum development.



2. Provide logistical support and guidance for the provision of establishment Sport during and out of traditional working hours. Support the PDev support officer in managing and procuring an inventory of consumable sports equipment to effectively deliver sporting output.



3. Plan, co-ordinate and facilitate weekly recreation periods for Phase Two and Three trainees. Utilising local sport coaches alongside PT Staff to deliver a diverse range of grassroots sports. Highlighting talented individuals and instigating their journey up the player pathway.



4. Maintain effective lines of communication with relevant Staff within People Support (DRU, PEd, Sports Development Officers) and Sports Associations to generate effective promotion and participation of establishment sports activities.



5. Provide logistical and secretarial support, as appropriate, for Regional and RN level sport events held within their establishment.



6. Where practicable in terms of establishment Sports requirements, personal situation and external factors, conduct sports coaching in accordance with relevant (in date) National Governing Bodies (NGB) qualifications. When required to perform such activities for the benefit of the Unit, every effort will be made to ensure personal needs/requirements of the Sports Development Officer are considered and that their absence from the Unit can be facilitated without compromising operational capability. In order to maintain a high level of potential in terms of sport provision, personnel with recognised qualifications are to be assisted to maintain currency in terms of meeting costs of continuation training and courses set by the NGB.



7. Where applicable conduct fitness instructing/coaching holding the relevant (in date) nationally recognised certification. Additionally, aid in the striking of PH2/3 Syllabus lessons as required. In order to maintain a high level of potential in terms of fitness instructing provision, personnel with recognised qualifications are to be assisted to maintain currency in terms of meeting costs of continuation training and courses set by the National Governing Bodies.



8. Complete any appropriate or related work as required by PDev support officer or CPOPT to meet the Establishment/SARC needs.



9. Act as needed on behalf of the PDev Support Officer in liaison with the CPOPT for any Establishment Health and Wellbeing promotion, events, or courses. Act as a member of the Unit Health Committee and deliver Defence Health and Wellbeing courses as promulgated by the ER CPOPT.



10. Work in accordance with gymnasium requirements including conducting SARC duties (1 in 12), managing assigned areas of responsibility within the SARC, events including delivery outside of core working hours and weekends (weekly hours of 42 Gross, 37 Net).

Person specification

Behaviours

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Essential:

Working Together. Leadership. Making Effective Decisions. Communicating and Influencing. Delivering at Pace.
Desirable:

Changing and Improving. Developing Self and Others. Managing a Quality Service.

Functional Competences required:

Essential:

SI-1 Actively promote the vocational learning environment. SI-4 Coach/mentor trainees, students within the vocational training environment.




Desirable:

SE 2.3 Conducting Risk Assessments.
SE 2.5 Incident Reporting and Investigation.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:


Working Together Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 29,580, Ministry of Defence contributes 8,569 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive workplace policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.



This job role may be suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (the permanent duty station, (insert location), which is based on business assessment of where the work is best done) and working from home as a personal choice (if the role is suitable for this). If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post


Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance.



Other benefits for Navy Command civil servants include:

o 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years' service

o A very competitive pension scheme

o Personal & professional development

o Alternative working patterns for many roles

o Access to a confidential, professional support service

o Discount schemes

o Bicycle / season ticket loans

o Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

o Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year



In Navy Command we believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes opportunities to work towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking an apprenticeship as part of your role.



An apprenticeship is a combined package of work and training. Through an apprenticeship you will gain professional knowledge, practical experience, and the broader skills required to upskill you in your current role and pave the way for your future career. Most of the training will be 'on-the-job,' with the remaining 'off-the-job' training often delivered by a training provider. This means minimal disruption and maximum impact.



Professional qualifications can be achieved through an apprenticeship and range from Level 2 (equivalent to 5 GCSEs), Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Levels), and Levels 4 -7, which can give you a foundation degree, a full Bachelor's degree, or a Master's degree.



Apprenticeships normally last between 12 months - 3 years, depending on the level of the apprenticeship.



Anyone can undertake an Apprenticeship and everyone, regardless of age, can benefit from developing their skills in an accredited way.


Successful candidates can discuss their development options with their manager when in post.


External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.


This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.


Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.



Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at www.childcarechoices.gov.uk



Please note: Interview travel expenses will not be reimbursed.


The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking, and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors, and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.


MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey - we may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours.
At sift, you will be assessed against the following:

Working Together Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating & Influencing

When choosing your Behaviour examples, please make sure you use real life scenarios that relate to your own experiences. Whilst technology may help to enhance your written submission, presenting the ideas of others or those generated by technology, could result in your application being rejected.


At interview, you will be assessed against the following:

Working Together Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating & Influencing

Candidates whose application is successful at the sift stage will be invited for an in person interview.


The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.


The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.


The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk .


As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system.


Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Martin Shaw Email : martin.shaw266@mod.gov.uk
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Recruitment team

Email : DBSCivPers-ResourcingTeam3@mod.gov.uk

Further information

Please ensure you read the attached candidate information document prior to completing your application. If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint by writing to DBS at the following address: Defence Business Services, Scanning Hub, Room 6124, Tomlinson House, Norcross Lane, Blackpool, FY5 3WP. If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address: Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ Or by email: info@csc.gov.uk.