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Apprentice Sports Coach L4
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About the Role
The apprentice will support the planning and delivery of PE lessons, football, and multi-sport coaching sessions for children, working under the guidance of senior coaches to ensure sessions are engaging, safe, and inclusive for all abilities.
Session Support & Delivery
- Support the planning and delivery of PE lessons, football, and multi-sport coaching sessions for children, working under the guidance of senior coaches to ensure sessions are engaging, safe, and inclusive for all abilities.
Coaching & Skill Development
- Assist in delivering age-appropriate activities that support participants’ physical, technical, social, and mental development through sport, while developing personal coaching knowledge and practical delivery skills.
Programme Support & Session Management
- Support the delivery of PE lessons, after-school clubs, holiday camps, and weekend sessions, following the National Curriculum for PE and the Skills Academy Development Programme, with increasing responsibility as competence and confidence develop.
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Learning & Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with senior coaches, mentors, and wider staff teams to observe best practice, contribute to session planning, and reflect on delivery to support ongoing development as a coach.
Monitoring & Record Keeping
- Assist with maintaining accurate records of attendance, participant progress, and any incidents before, during, or after sessions, in line with safeguarding and organizational procedures.
Training & Professional Development
- Engage fully in the apprenticeship programme, attending training, mentoring, and CPD opportunities to develop coaching knowledge, practical delivery skills, and professional standards, while working towards relevant coaching, safeguarding, and first aid qualifications.
About the Apprenticeship
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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Essential Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 4)
- English (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Physical fitness
- Team working
- Organisation skills
- Attention to detail
Other Requirements
- This is a physical role; the apprentice must have some experience in coaching children.
About the Skills Academy
The skills academy is an outstanding sports coaching company specializing in PE delivery and fun football for all the community.
Earnings
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in a new tab).
Progression
The apprentice can progress on to a teaching qualification once they have completed their apprenticeship, if they desire.
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