Sport Development Officer - Council Headquarters

Job Details Hours: 37 hours per weekLocation: Council HeadquartersSalary:  LiveBorders Grade 8 - £34,688.52 - £37,505.27 per annumHourly Rate: £17.98 -  £19.44 Interviews are to be held on Friday 3rd July. Role Purpose We are looking for a highly motivated individual to be part of our Sports Development team based in the Scottish Borders We are seeking a new sports development officer to join our team to allow for an even greater focus on the development and growth of local sports clubs across the Scottish Borders focussing on developing clubs and looking after our pathways programme which includes looking after the Borders Athlete Support Programme. Successful applicants will be dedicated to the development of community sport; a team player driven to make a difference. The role will take responsibility for working alongside the other sports development staff to improve the sporting pathway programme, have responsibility for the Borders ASP programme and support sports with key events and programmes throughout the year. The Individual will support clubs to be strong, inclusive, safe and sustainable with the intended outcome of strengthening the pathways into sport across the region. If you think you have what it takes to make a difference to sport within the Scottish Borders, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Essential HND or relevant experience or qualifications in a sports and/or business-related discipline Working towards a level 2 Coaching Qualification from a Governing Body Informal Enquiries For informal enquiries please email John McBay  john.McBay@scotborders.gov.uk or by phone 07747026253 Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.  In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post.  All appointments will be made on merit. Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.