Joshua Birley
Draycott,Derbyshire
Summary
Dedicated and passionate sport lecturer working within the further education sector, offering strong organisational skills and a deep understanding of sport. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and strategic planning to enhance the development of learners. Capable of delivering engaging lessons and fostering an inclusive learning environment by utilising innovative teaching methods in and out the classroom.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Academy Curriculum Lead and FE Lecturer
Lichfield City Football Academy
Lichfield, Staffordshire
2020.08 - Current
- Create and deliver innovative and engaging lectures to over 60 learners.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on current educational trends, integrating them into curriculum planning where relevant.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop effective lesson plans and teaching resources.
Multi Sport Coach
EFD Sport and Education
Derby, Derbyshire
2021.09 - Current
- Organised and delivered multi sport holiday camps in both primary and secondary schools to over 30 children per camp.
Grass Roots Football Coach
Various
Derby, Derbyshire
2012.01 - Current
- Organised and delivered football sessions within grass roots clubs, working with players aged 6-18.
Shift Manager
McDonald's
Derby, Derbyshire
2019.09 - 2021.08
- Managed over 30 employees per shift, planning each shift to optimise team efficiency and performance.
- Monitored performance throughout the shift, ensuring adherence to McDonald's standards.
- Took proactive measures to guarantee compliance with safety and security protocols and assessed profitability to enhance overall operational success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Coaching and Sport Science
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2015.09 - 2018.07
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Post 14 (Education and Training) with Specialism (Sport)
University of Derby
Derby 2020.09 - 2021.07
BTEC Level 3 - Sport Coaching, Development and Fitness
Derby College
Derby 2013.09 - 2015.07
Skills
- Subject expertise
- Curriculum development
- Creative thinking
- Student support
- Student engagement
- Strong and inspiring communication
- Classroom leadership
- Exceptional organisational skills
Certification
UEFA C Licence - June 2024
Qualified Referee - Feb 2010
Timeline
Multi Sport Coach
EFD Sport and Education
2021.09 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Post 14 (Education and Training) with Specialism (Sport)
University of Derby
2020.09 - 2021.07
Academy Curriculum Lead and FE Lecturer
Lichfield City Football Academy
2020.08 - Current
Shift Manager
McDonald's
2019.09 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Coaching and Sport Science
Nottingham Trent University
2015.09 - 2018.07
BTEC Level 3 - Sport Coaching, Development and Fitness
Derby College
2013.09 - 2015.07
Grass Roots Football Coach
Various
2012.01 - Current