PURPOSE

To deliver the ECB Umpiring Course to prospective new umpires, covering one of the following Counties:

• Bedfordshire

• Cornwall

• Cumbria

• Herefordshire

• Kent

• Lancashire

• Lincolnshire

• Middlesex

• Norfolk

• Shropshire

• Staffordshire

• Suffolk

• Sussex

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Stronger As One Team – We are stronger together. We allow for individual strengths and beliefs but head in the same direction. We respect, support and really listen to each other along the way.

• Push New Boundaries – We are bold, brave and curious. We challenge and don’t settle. We forge the future whilst remembering our roots.

• Be The Best In The Game – On & Off The Pitch – We train hard. We strive to be our best to help the team be the best. We celebrate our victories and learn from our let downs.

• Passion For Play – We are here to inspire & be inspired. We are serious about what we do, but don’t take ourselves seriously. We enjoy the journey and have fun.

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You have a passion for delivering excellent learner experiences through training.

• You have a strong passion for supporting aspiring umpires of varying ages, different genders and cultural groups.

• You have a keen interest in supporting people's first steps into umpiring cricket.

• You thrive in a positive learning environment.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Creating a positive learning experience by delivering content in an inspiring manner.

• Demonstrating high levels of professionalism, knowledge and expertise.

• Working closely with Counties to contribute to the smooth organisation of the course.

• Committing to developing yourself and to maintaining mandatory training requirements (see below).

YOU’LL HAVE

Essential

• Experience of teaching, training or tutoring, preferably to different age groups, genders and cultural groups preferred.

• Knowledge and understanding of the Laws of Cricket.

• Knowledge and understanding of current umpiring practice.

• Experience of supporting the development of umpires.

• Understanding of the use of modern technology to facilitate learning.

Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of the application of blended learning.

• Knowledge and understanding of current educational practices.

Role specifics:

Mandatory training commitment:

• Completion of the ECB’s tutor training course; relevant safeguarding qualification; in-date DBS check.

Delivery requirements:

• Must be able to commit to delivering 3 courses per 12 month period.

Course content:

• Preparation, player and game management, communication and teamwork.

Course duration:

• 7 hours.

Kit:

• ECB kit will be provided and which is required to be worn when delivering the course.