Notts County Foundation (NCF) is the independent charitable arm of Notts
County FC. For over 30 years, our dedicated team has been using the power of
football and the benefits of physical activity to improve the health and
wellbeing of our local communities.

Our wide range of programmes cover sport, health, inclusion and education to transform
the future outlook for many and leading to positive change within people’s day-to-day
lives. We are also proud to operate the Portland Centre in the Meadows as our
community hub and the facility is very much the heartbeat of the Foundation.

We take pride in our long-standing affiliation with Notts County FC, a community driven
club that has provided fun, enjoyment and a sense of belonging for the people of
Nottingham and Nottinghamshire for generations. By working together, we continue to
inspire active change for those we serve.

Our mission statement is:
Weusethepower ofphysical activity to improve the health and wellbeing of local
communities. The mission is underpinned by Notts County Foundation’s FIVE core values:

We inspire: Acting as role models, aiming to bring the best out of people.
We are Innovative: Thinking outside the box, making the unachievable happen.
We are community driven: Cohesion throughout our networks: participants, staff,
funders and local partners.
We show integrity: Committed to doing what we said we would do.
We are ambitious: striving to grow and achieve.

Our impact on the community will be through the following areas of work:

Sport and Inclusion

Health

Education

The Portland Centre

Job Description

Job Title:

Salary:

Deputy Education Manager

£26,000 - £31,000

Responsible to:

Education Manager

Responsible for:

N/A

Location:

Notts County Foundation & Portland Centre

Document Created (Month & Year)

June 2025

Overview of the role

The Deputy Education Manager, will work closely with the
Education Manager to effectively and efficiently manage all
aspects of the department, ensure the day-to-day-smooth
running of the department and its staff and support the
achievement of outstanding learning, teaching and success.

You will support the Education Manager to plan and manage
the deployment of staff and resources by supporting the
department to deliver high quality education that meets the
needs of the learners.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Work with the Education Manager to determine the strategic purpose and direction of the Department;
Contributing to the future direction of the Education department by keeping up to date with relevant
industry developments and by actively leading on strategic initiatives which build on the organisations
position in the sector.
Be ultimately responsible for project operational performance through delivery and achieving set
targets.
Maintaining high levels of quality assurance, including course evaluation and course approval
procedures.
Establishing a positive climate which ensures high quality teaching and successful learning.
Monitoring and evaluating the standards of learning and quality of teaching and achievement of all
participants.
Lead and co-ordinate curriculum/project development and innovation across an aspect of the
Department’s work.
With the Education Manager, ensure an innovative, stimulating and flexible provision, which reflects
and responds to students’ needs and has at its heart a concern for quality.
Drive participant success rate and monitor impact across all projects.
Ensure consistent and sustained quality improvement, particularly learning, teaching and delivery,
rigorously implement quality processes and ensure the effective management and use of data.
Support the Education Manager to deliver the Department’s budget and resources to ensure they are
used effectively and efficiently, and that financial targets are met.
Have a clear vision as to how each project should be delivered.
Fully participate in and contribute to the pastoral support programmes of NCF as well as take on the
role of delivery lead.
·effective strategies to support a variety of teaching and learning styles.
Maintain all appropriate records and report regularly via written reports and parents’ consultation
evenings
To establish financial and other resource needs for centre growth and improvement
Develop relationships with key stakeholders to expand our offer.
Being aware of funding opportunities with authority to apply for and sign off between £500 and £10k
worth of grant in own right, £10k - £100k in conjunction with IDM with Head Sign off. £100k + CEO
sign off.
Ensure that all funders’ contractual obligations are being met

Human Resources

Being a participating member of Notts County Foundation and The Portland Centre wider team
Line management of staff including Appraisals, reviews and training needs analysis

Health & Safety

To comply with requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and all supplementary
legislation
To ensure all health and safety checks are completed on a daily/weekly/monthly basis where
necessary and complete and actions any health and safety concerns
Ensure the safe and effective use of instruction and advice is offered to service users by monitoring
the quality of content and delivery

Safeguarding

They recognise the position of trust they have by working for Notts County Foundation
Their behaviour is always appropriate
They observe and put into practice all policies, procedures and processes established for the safety
and protection of children and adults
They follow the procedures for responding to signs and suspicions of abuse
In every respect, the relationship they form with children and adults are appropriate

Safeguarding Statement
Notts County Foundation (NCF) operates a child centred approach to safeguarding and where concerns
about the welfare of a child or adult at risk exists, staff will always act in the best interests of the child or
adult at risk. The Foundation fully acknowledges and accepts its responsibility for the well-being and safety
of all children and adults at risk engaged in Foundation activities. It is the duty of all staff working at the
Foundation to ensure they safeguard children and adults at risk by creating an environment that protects
them from harm. Notts Count Foundation believes that the general wellbeing, welfare, and safety of all
children and adults at risk engaged in Foundation activities is of the upmost importance. NCF will fulfil its
responsibilities by ensuring it displays best practice in safeguarding matters, carried out in a spirit of
partnership and openness with the child or adults at risk, family and the relevant local authority.

Filtering and Monitoring Statement and Responsibilities
Notts County Foundation want to ensure a safe and secure digital learning environment for all learners
and staff. This includes implementing appropriate filtering and monitoring measures to safeguard children
and young people (CYP) from harmful content, online risks, and inappropriate use of digital resources. All
staff must remain vigilant and proactive in upholding these measures, adhering to safeguarding policies,
and reporting any concerns promptly.

Ensuring Safe Access: Monitor and manage the use of digital resources to ensure compliance with
safeguarding policies and appropriate usage.
Filtering Oversight: Support the implementation and maintenance of filtering systems that block
harmful, illegal, or inappropriate content.
Active Monitoring: Regularly review digital activity identifying potential risks such as cyber bullying,
radicalisation, or exposure to explicit material.

Reporting Concerns: Promptly report any breaches, concerns, or risk related to digital safety to the
appropriate safeguarding lead.
Educating Children and Young People: Promote responsible digital use by educating CYP on safe
online behaviour and the importance of adhering to filtering and monitoring measures.
Policy Compliancy: Ensure personal and CYP use of digital systems aligns with the organisations
policies.
Collaboration: Work closely with NCF IT support and safeguarding team to continuously improve
filtering and monitoring procedures in line with best practice and legislative requirements.

Training

To attend regular staff training sessions, be they held in-house or externally
To maintain and develop own professional knowledge and awareness.
To undertake any other duties and responsibilities required commensurate with the grade and level of
responsibility for the post.
Promote the activities of Notts County Foundation
To support the delivery of other key areas of the business as required.

General Duties

To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings
To participate in all staff Notts County Foundation appraisal and supervision processes
To follow by Notts County Foundation policies and procedures at all times including Health and Safety,
Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality
To act as an ambassador for Notts County Foundation at all times
To be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role of the job requires including weekends
and evenings when appropriate.
To undertake any other duties that may be required as deemed appropriate to support other
departments and projects outside Education department.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the
Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment,
race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.

Personal Specification

Category

Essential

Desirable

Experience of Internal Verification
Community / Sports / Management
qualification
Knowledge and experience of the
development of teams and individuals
within a charitable setting
Knowledge of Employability
qualifications
Sport Degree or equivalent
professional/ vocational qualification

Experience of delivering presentations
Experience of delivering inhouse
training
Experience of developing effective
administrative systems and procedure

Education &
Qualifications

Experience &
Knowledge

Personal
Qualities &
Attributes

PTLLS or an equivalent qualification
(Level 3)
Ability to build and maintain
relationships with key stakeholders
Experience of report writing
High level of self-drive and an ability
to motivate others
Work well as part of a team and
independently, exercising initiative
Adaptable and flexible to a changing
environment

Experience in delivery of Functional
skills in Maths/English and ICT
Demonstrate a working
understanding and application of
inclusion, equality and anti –
discrimination, safeguarding and best
practice
Knowledge and experience of
safeguarding in the school setting

Strong organisation skills and able to
prioritise, multi-task and manage own
workload.
Strong written and verbal
communication skills.
Good level of competence in using IT
and databases, including Microsoft
Office

Special
Conditions

Has access to own car
Willingness to travel for business
reasons
Work outside normal office hours,
including weekends, when required

Ability to contribute to long term
improvements in the partnership
through the generation of new and
innovative ideas