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Gavin Cree

Newcastle upon Tyne,Newcastle upon Tyne

Summary

Accomplished sports coach with a diverse skill set in coaching football, cricket, gymnastics, and trampoline. Holds Level 2 Awards in Coaching Football and Cricket, as well as Level 1 Awards in Coaching Gymnastics and Trampoline. Experienced in Rugby Union coaching within secondary schools and serves as a British Gymnastics Trampoline Club Judge. Committed to fostering safe sporting environments, evidenced by NSPCC Safer Recruitment certification. Aims to leverage expertise to enhance athletic programmes and promote youth engagement in sports.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
36
36
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Assistant manager

Newcastle PE & School Sport Service
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne
2024.06 - Current

Line manage team of 6 staff

Manage PE Service SLA

RFU School Rugby Manager

Support local schools with whole school development plans & PE curriculum

PE delivery across Newcastle local authority schools

Provide CPD to individual schools / staff

Provide CPD to staff from across Newcastle

Deliver whole school staff meetings across Newcastle

Plan and deliver a wide range of events for local schools

Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership and team-building activities.

Increased staff productivity by providing comprehensive training programmes.

Assisted in recruitment process to build an effective workforce.

Conducted team meetings on a regular basis, promoting open communication within the team.

Created a positive work environment, resulting in higher employee morale.

Develop strong links with external partners and stakeholders

Teacher of PE

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2021.09 - 2024.06

Teach male and female mixed ability classes across Key Stage 3 & 4

Teach all male, mixed ability Year 11 BTEC Tech class

Teach mixed gender, mixed ability Year 10 BTEC Tech class

Teach mixed ability Level 2 (Year 12) BTEC class – units 2 & 3

Teach mixed ability Level 3 (Year 13) BTEC class – units 5 & 22

Run a variety of extra-curricular clubs including cricket, football, gymnastics and trampoline

Lead school trips and visits

Develop Key Stage 3 PE curriculum

Pastoral tutor

Plan and develop schemes of learning

Implemented safety guidelines during physical activities, minimising the risk of injuries.

Motivated underperforming students by implementing innovative teaching techniques; enhanced their interest in physical activities.

Accommodated special needs students in PE lessons; made certain inclusive practices were followed at all times.

Conducted regular training sessions for school sports teams; achieved victories at local level tournaments.

Assessed individual student abilities and tailored fitness plans accordingly, ensuring personalised attention.

Organised inter-school sports competitions to encourage competitive spirit among students.

Administered first aid promptly when needed, reducing potential harm from injuries.

Coordinated with parents regularly about children's progress in PE classes; ensured ongoing communication about development areas.

PE Technician

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2008.09 - 2021.08

Conducted comprehensive risk assessments prior to every task; promoted safer work practices in the organisation.

Maintained equipment and organised repairs where required

Risk-assessed all trips and visits within the PE department

Organised large-scale events such as County athletics

Taught a wide range of classes across Key Stage 3 & 4

Education

PGCE - Physical Education

University of Sunderland
Sunderland
2013.09 - 2015.06

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Development with Coaching

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2005.09 - 2008.06

A-Levels - Physical Education

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2003.09 - 2005.06

A-Levels - Economics

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2003.09 - 2005.06

A-Levels - History

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2003.09 - 2005.06

AS-Level - ICT

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
2003.09 - 2004.06

GCSEs - Maths

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - Dual Award Science

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - English Literature

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - English Language

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - Physical Education

Whickham School
Newcastle upon Tyne
1998.09 - 2005.06

Skills

Level 2 Award in Coaching Football

Level 2 Award in Coaching Cricket

Level 1 Award in Coaching Gymnastics

Level 1 Award in Coaching Trampoline

Rugby Union in Secondary Schools

British Gymnastics Trampoline Club Judge

NSPCC Safer Recruitment

Timeline

Assistant manager

Newcastle PE & School Sport Service
2024.06 - Current

Teacher of PE

Whickham School
2021.09 - 2024.06

PGCE - Physical Education

University of Sunderland
2013.09 - 2015.06

PE Technician

Whickham School
2008.09 - 2021.08

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Development with Coaching

Northumbria University
2005.09 - 2008.06

A-Levels - Physical Education

Whickham School
2003.09 - 2005.06

A-Levels - Economics

Whickham School
2003.09 - 2005.06

A-Levels - History

Whickham School
2003.09 - 2005.06

AS-Level - ICT

Whickham School
2003.09 - 2004.06

GCSEs - Maths

Whickham School
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - Dual Award Science

Whickham School
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - English Literature

Whickham School
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - English Language

Whickham School
1998.09 - 2003.06

GCSEs - Physical Education

Whickham School
1998.09 - 2005.06
Gavin Cree