Operations Assistant

Support within the Postgraduate & Professional Development team in the School of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical Sciences to help develop forms/processes for postgraduate research activity.  Other general support as required within the team.

Experience in using Office 365

Experience in using Office 365, including familisation with setting up MS Forms to support postgraduate research processes.

Queen?s Sport and Queen?s GAA wish to appoint a part time GAA Administrative assistant for Queen?s University Belfast. The post holder will assist Queen?s GAA to administer, co-ordinate and support the delivery of Club and Student Development, Events, Participation and Performance programmes, projects and initiatives.

These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the post.

Additional information

For more information about Queen's GAA Academy visit www.queensperformancesport.net/sean-oneill-gaa-academy

You can apply for this role online only, via Qwork. Please attach a copy of your CV on you Qwork profile & include a cover letter stating your suitability to the role. Applications should be submitted by 17.00 (UK time) on the 10th September 2024. Interviews will be taking place that week. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Naomi Campbell, Performance Sport Assistant: - performancesport@qub.ac.uk

This role will be based on up to 10 hours a week from September 2024 to March 2025 (this is a temporary role with the possibility of extension & additional hours). The role will mainly be based between Queen's Sport PEC & Queen's Sport Upper Malone however, some travel may be required.

3 A levels or equivalent

- Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work accurately, with high attention to detail.

- Experience of working within a team and the ability to work on own initiative to make independent decisions.

- Demonstrable behaviours in line with the University values.

- Experience of involvement in GAA within a university or third level sector

- Well-developed IT and Digital Platform skills including WORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT, WEB, SOCIAL MEDIA

- Ability and willingness to work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends

- Available and willing to undertake training necessary for the post

Queen's Sport is recruiting for a Schools Swimming Instructor. To instruct regular term-time Primary School swimming lessons on Tuesdays from 10.45am to 11.45am. (please note this post is only during term time)

Additional school cover maybe offered on a casual basis & causal Queen's Sport Splash n Swim programme cover. 

Responsibilities:

- Conduct swim lessons for individuals or groups of all ages and skill levels

- Create and implement lesson plans based on participants' needs and goals

- Provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all participants

- Teach proper swimming techniques, including strokes, breathing, and water safety

- Monitor and evaluate participants' progress and provide feedback for improvement

- Maintain accurate records of participant attendance and progress

Essential:- 

Level 2 Swimming Teacher Certificate/award (STA/ Swim Ireland or equivlent)  

Desirable:-

First Aid Qualification 

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification 

Experience:

- Previous experience teaching swimming lessons from ages 4+ is essential

Skills:

- Strong sports coaching skills with the ability to effectively instruct and motivate individuals or groups

- Excellent communication skills to educate participants on swimming techniques and water safety

- Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities

- Patience and empathy to work with individuals who may have fear or anxiety around water

- Knowledge of CPR and first aid is preferred, but not required