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Lesson 2 - Team Organisation & Involvement

Confident Leaders Through Experience

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Year 5

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Leadership

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Big Question

How can leaders organise teams efficiently whilst ensuring everyone stays actively involved?

Learning Objectives

To develop skills in sorting teams quickly and efficiently using various methods
To understand the importance of arranging tasks for maximum participation
To demonstrate effective leadership skills in group management

Key Outcomes

Students will be able to organise teams using at least 3 different methods
Students will understand the pros and cons of different team selection strategies
Students will demonstrate leadership behaviours that promote inclusion and engagement

Equipment & Resources Required

Stopwatch

Keep readily accessible for timing team organisation

Alternative: Smartphone timer, wall clock with second hand

Coloured Bibs

12-15

Have ready in basket for quick distribution

Alternative: Coloured bands, team markers, different coloured cones

Soft Dodgeballs

Check balls are soft and safe for dodgeball activity

Alternative: Bean bags, soft playground balls, tennis balls

Cones

8-12

Mark clear playing area boundaries

Alternative: Rope, chalk lines, natural boundaries

Video Device

1 (optional)

Charge device beforehand for filming leadership examples

Alternative: Tablet, smartphone, camera

Key Vocabulary

Efficiency

Achieving maximum results with minimum wasted time and effort

Maximum involvement

Ensuring all participants are actively engaged with minimal waiting time

Leadership

The ability to guide and organise others effectively

Pros and cons

The advantages and disadvantages of different approaches

Reflection

Thinking carefully about what happened and how to improve

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic understanding of teamwork from Year 4
Experience working in pairs and small groups
Awareness of fairness in team activities

Current Skills

Efficient team organisation methods
Leadership skills in group management
Understanding of maximum involvement principles

Next Steps

Advanced leadership roles in competitive situations
Conflict resolution in team settings
Creating inclusive team strategies independently

Milestone Indicators

Organises teams in under 30 seconds

Demonstrates clear communication when leading

Shows awareness of keeping all students engaged

Evaluates effectiveness of different organisational methods

Key Teaching Points

Efficient team organisation saves valuable lesson time and increases activity levels
Maximum involvement means everyone is active and engaged with minimal waiting time
Different organisation methods have different pros and cons - choose based on context
Inclusive leadership considers everyone's feelings and abilities, not just efficiency
Leaders must adapt activities to maintain high engagement for all participants
Small group activities typically provide more individual involvement than large groups
Clear communication and confident instruction-giving are essential leadership skills

Common Misconceptions

Speed of organisation is more important than fairness and inclusion
Only naturally confident students can be effective leaders
Team selection by ability creates the best learning environment
Maximum involvement just means everyone participates rather than stays actively engaged
Leadership is about being the loudest or most dominant person
One team organisation method works best for all situations

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter organisation time limits, clear movement boundaries, regular position changes, emphasis on active participation throughout

dyspraxia

Extra practice time for movement sequences, simplified organisation methods initially, peer support for complex instructions

autism spectrum

Provide clear structure for each team organisation method, offer quiet observation role if overwhelming, use visual schedules for activity transitions

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured bibs and balls, provide verbal descriptions of team formations, assign sighted buddies for organisation activities

hearing impairment

Use clear visual signals for team organisation, provide written instructions for methods, ensure face-to-face communication during discussions

physical disability

Adapt relay movements to suit abilities, allow alternative roles in dodgeball (scorer, rule checker), modify team organisation methods as needed

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Clear communication skills, giving instructions effectively, discussion and debate about different methods

Maths

Timing activities with stopwatch, counting in team organisation, number sequences in team selection methods

Science

Understanding how heart rate changes with different activity levels, forces involved in throwing and catching

PSHE

Leadership qualities, empathy and inclusion, managing emotions during team selection, conflict resolution

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central position during team organisation, moving between groups during relays, corner position for dodgeball overview

Observation Focus

Leadership emergence, inclusion behaviours, organisation efficiency, emotional responses to different methods

Intervention Points

Step in if exclusion occurs, support struggling leaders, ensure safety rules followed, manage any emotional upsets

Demonstration Notes

Model clear instruction giving, demonstrate safe backwards running, show inclusive team selection, exemplify positive leadership language throughout

Verbal Cues

•'Leaders, speak clearly and confidently!'
•'Remember - we want everyone involved!'
•'Great inclusive leadership there!'
•'Safety first - look where you're going!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large hall or playground area minimum 20m x 30m for relay activities and dodgeball games

Surface Check

Non-slip surface, clear of obstacles, adequate boundaries marked

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Soft foam balls only for dodgeball activities
•Bibs checked for tears or choking hazards
•Cones positioned to avoid collision risks

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during relay activities and team organisation
•Backwards running safety during relay challenges
•Ball strikes during dodgeball games
•Emotional responses to team selection methods

Risk Mitigation

•Clear lanes marked for relay activities
•Emphasis on looking over shoulder when running backwards
•Below-head only rule for dodgeball strictly enforced
•Supportive discussion of team selection feelings

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for clear view of all relay lanes
•Monitor emotional responses during team selection
•Watch for rule compliance in dodgeball
•Ensure inclusive behaviour throughout activities

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or emotional support as needed