Sports Coaching Apprenticeship Activ8 For Kids

If you enjoy working with children and young people- and are passionate about being active- we want to hear from you! You will be a permanent member of the Community, Sport and Health team. You will be required to work across sports centres in the area under supervision delivering fun, inclusive and engaging sport and physical activity.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 09 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00

  • Working week

    30 Hours A Week, Including Evenings and Weekends. Exact Shifts To Be Confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000182393

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At Activ8 For Kids you will be working towards a Community Activator Coach L2 Qualification over the course of 15 months.

The role would involve working alongside our current staff initially, building confidence and experience so that in time you are able to lead sessions yourself. You will need to be able to travel around as we work across multiple locations. We are looking for an apprentice to be based in a particular area. The areas we can currently offer are:

1. Brighton and Hove

2. Adur and Worthing

3. Arun

4. Chichester

Coach Core's vision is to drive social mobility through apprenticeships and sport, so that every young person can reach their true potential and inspire those around them. Since our launch in 2012, we have worked with over 150 of the biggest sports providers, youth clubs and charities in the country, supporting over 500 young people. As a result of our ongoing expansion, we are now looking to launch a brand-new programme in Sussex!

Day to day responsibilities:

The Community Activator Coach role is the perfect opportunity to understand the role of sport and physical activity in the Community.

The coach will learn about behaviour change to enable them to develop activities that will support each level of getting and keeping someone active.

They will learn how to actively listen and respond to community group requests for activation.

They will understand how to use effective leadership to deliver coaching sessions that are fun and engaging for the participants whilst understanding that they will become a role model and will need to display the correct behaviours.

They will understand community events; the reasons that community events take place, how to plan and deliver them successfully to meet the aims of the group.

They will learn about safeguarding, how to keep records and store information with personal details. They will understand the importance of monitoring and evaluating using this information and how it helps with future funding or future activities.

Understand social media and the importance of getting the message right.

The apprenticeship will enable successful candidates to start an unrivalled 15-month programme of learning, gaining meaningful qualifications and have full support and mentoring based on your individual needs. Successful applicants will be offered full time employment with a recognised physical activity or sports-based employer, earning a wage whilst also working towards the Level 2 Community Activator Coach qualification with Coach Core as well as a whole host of additional learning opportunities. In addition, whilst employed directly by one organisation, there will also be access to a range of events, training opportunities and other experiences through the other supportive employers.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This programme may lead to possible progression into full and part time coaching roles, further qualifications, Level 3 apprenticeships and employment in other sectors (for example youth work or leisure)

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team Working, Organisation Skills

Qualifications

Other None required (Grade None required) Desired

Things to consider

The key dates within this advert are to be used as a guide only. The advert may close early if vacancies are oversubscribed.

About the employer

Activ8 for kids was founded in 2012 by Debbie Webb, an experienced PE teacher and sports coach. Activ8 for kids exists to support children's physical development and movement skills as well as emotional health and well-being.

Employer

Activ8 For Kids

Address

22 Angmering Way

BN16 3RA

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Training

Training provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Community activator coach

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 09 Oct 2023