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Sport Coach apprenticeship
AE SPORTS SERVICES LTD
Ware (SG12 0RL)
Closes in 25 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 5 October 2026
Summary
Train as a Sports Coach, supporting the delivery of PE, sports clubs, wraparound care and holiday camp activities. Gain hands-on coaching experience, mentoring and a recognised qualification while helping children stay active, confident and engaged.
Wage £10,400 to £16,523, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
Minimum wage rates
Training course
Sports coach (level 4)
Understanding apprenticeship levels
Hours
Term-time hours may include:
- Breakfast Club: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 9.00am
- After School Club: Monday to Friday, 2.45pm - 5.30pm.
School holiday hours may include:
- Holiday Clubs: Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 5.30pm.
25 hours a week
Start date Sunday 1 November 2026
Duration 1 year 3 months
Positions available 1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The Sports Coach Apprenticeship with Premier Education is an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in sports coaching, physical activity and working with children.
Apprentices will support the delivery of PE lessons, before and after school clubs, lunchtime activities, holiday camps and sports sessions. This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about helping children develop confidence, teamwork and a love of physical activity.
The apprentice will work alongside experienced coaches and managers, learning how to plan, deliver and review safe, engaging and inclusive sports activities for children aged 3 to 11.
Responsibilities of a Sports Coach Apprentice:
- Support the planning and delivery of fun, safe and engaging PE and sports sessions
- Assist with before-school, lunchtime and after-school clubs
- Support holiday camp activities and childcare provision where required
- Set up, organise and pack away sports equipment safely
- Encourage children to participate, build confidence and stay physically active
- Support children’s behaviour, well-being and engagement during sessions
- Help create an inclusive environment for children of all ages and abilities
- Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and company procedures at all times
- Work professionally with schools, parents, colleagues and children
- Assist senior coaches with delivering high-quality activities across a variety of sports
- Attend training, team meetings and development opportunities
- Develop coaching, communication, leadership and childcare skills throughout the apprenticeship
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Where you'll work
Heath Drive
Ware SG12 0RL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD
Training course
Sports coach (level 4)
Training schedule
The apprentice will complete training in the workplace, supported by regular sessions with The Educationwise Academy Ltd.
Training will take place alongside practical experience in before and after school clubs, holiday camps and childcare settings.
The apprentice will receive workplace mentoring, tutor support and regular progress reviews throughout the apprenticeship.
More training information
Training will be delivered by The Educationwise Academy Ltd and will combine practical workplace experience with structured apprenticeship training, regular reviews and ongoing tutor support throughout the programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
BTEC in: Sport, Childcare, Health and Social Care (grade Any)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade A*-C/4-9)
- Maths (grade A*-C/4-9)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
Desired qualifications and candidate requirements:
- The employer is looking for candidates who live within approximately a 20-minute travel radius of the vacancy location. Applications from candidates with a travel time above this may not be progressed.
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in sport, Childcare, Health and Social Care, or Performing Arts - desirable
- Experience of working within a play-based setting - desirable
- Experience of administration - desirable
- Appropriate child protection training - desirable
- Paediatric First Aid Certificate - desirable
- Food Hygiene Certificate - desirable
- Candidates must be aged 18+ due to Ofsted requirements
- Candidates must have a driving licence and access to transport.
- Experience of working with children aged 3 to 11, an understanding of the varied needs of children and their families, and an understanding of the delivery of quality play care
- Candidates should understand equal opportunities, be able to provide and facilitate safe and creative play, communicate well, work as part of a team, use sound judgement and common sense, and have sufficient English to support the well-being of children
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About this employer
Premier Education is a leading provider of sport and physical activity programmes for primary schools, focused on improving children’s health, wellbeing and engagement through high-quality delivery. We specialise in curriculum PE, wraparound care, enrichment activities and holiday camps, all designed to support schools and inspire young people to lead active lifestyles.
For apprentices, Premier Education offers a hands-on learning environment where they gain real experience working with children, supported by structured training and mentorship. Apprentices develop practical coaching skills, confidence and an understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management and inclusive practice. This combination of on-the-job experience and professional development helps them build a strong foundation for a long-term career in education, sport or childcare.
https://www.premier-education.com/
Company benefits
- Free flu jab
- Free childcare
- Staff socials
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into roles such as Sports Coach, Activity Leader, Holiday Camp Coach, Wraparound Care Assistant, PE Support Assistant or Childcare Practitioner. The apprentice may also progress into further training in sport, childcare, education or activity leadership.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD
Alex Emmerson
aemmerson@premier-education.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057145.
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Closes in 25 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
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