JSLA

Six Core Values

• PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - helping people reach their true potential
• A STEPPING STONE TO EMPLOYMENT - providing a qualification to get started
• DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP - teaching people the ability to organise activities, to lead, motivate and communicate with groups
• VOLUNTEERING IN COMMUNITIES - encouraging them to organise safe and sporting activities in their neighbourhood
• REDUCING YOUTH CRIME - keeping young people off the streets through positive activities
• SUPPORTING MORE ACTIVE, HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES - by providing Sports Leaders to organise a range of physical activity sessions

Sports Leader Award -

Level 1

WHAT IS IT?

This is a practical qualification where the pupils demonstrate knowledge and understanding mainly through physical competence. The candidate's ability as a competent leader will be assessed by observation rather than written work. The course takes approximately 2 terms (during PE lessons) to complete.

MODULE A

• Organisational skills
• Communication skills
• Health and Fitness
• Fair Play in Sport
• The Role of the Official
• Opportunities in Sport & Recreation

MODULE B

Practical leadership experience. Leading  small groups of children in sporting activities, such as festivals and coaching sessions. These are organised throughout the course in conjunction with the School Sports Partnership.