Community Activator Coach Apprentice
COACH CORE FOUNDATION
Stratford Upon Avon (CV37 7LS)
Closes on Saturday 20 June 2026
Posted on 17 April 2026
Contents
Summary
An exciting opportunity to further develop the community focused activities at this inclusive Multi-Sport facility offering Hockey, Tennis, Squash, Cricket and Snooker. Ideal candidates will be people focused with a passion for sport and it’s benefits.
- Wage
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£20,280 a year
- Training course
- Community activator coach (level 2)
- Hours
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30-hours per week - flexibility required as may be limited weekend working. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Saturday 27 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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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
Are you passionate about sport, community wellbeing, and helping others thrive? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as a Community Activator Coach (Level 2 Apprentice). This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, gain recognised qualifications, and play a meaningful role in inclusive community programmes.
About the Role:
As an apprentice, you’ll support and help deliver a range of community-focused activities designed to improve health, wellbeing, and social connection. You’ll be part of a welcoming and supportive team, working alongside experienced coaches and dedicated volunteers.
Key Responsibilities:
Support our community-driven programmes, including:
- A weekly Sporting Memories dementia club
- A walking sports programme
- Love to Move sessions for individuals with cognitive conditions
- Assist coaches in delivering junior tennis, cricket, and hockey sessions, with the opportunity to gain Level 1 and Level 2 coaching qualifications
- Help develop and grow our schools outreach programme, working with local primary and secondary schools (with guidance from Head Coaches, progressing to leading the programme independently)
- Learn how to research and write grant applications to support new and existing community projects
- Contribute to the day-to-day running of the club, including reception, membership support, and front-of-house duties
What You’ll Gain:
- A nationally recognised Level 2 Community Activator Coach qualification
- Hands-on experience across coaching, community engagement, and programme development
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in a supportive environment
- Opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and a career in sport and community work
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need to have all the skills yet - just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
You might be:
- Passionate about sport, health, and community wellbeing
- A great communicator who enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities
- Reliable, organised, and eager to develop new skills
- Interested in making a positive impact in an inclusive environment
Our Commitment to Inclusion - We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who may be underrepresented in sport and coaching.
Where you'll work
Swans Nest Lane
Stratford Upon Avon
CV37 7LS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
Training course
Community activator coach (level 2)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and physical activity for individuals and communities.
- Encourage individuals' participation, motivation and to change their behaviour towards sport or physical activity.
- Contribute to inclusive, safe and effective sessions.
- Plan, follow, adapt, and deliver session plans, based on participant needs and feedback.
- Use coaching styles for sport or physical activity sessions meeting the participants needs and motivations.
- Promote the benefits of a lifelong activity habit.
- Use techniques to build rapport with participants.
- Carry out the tasks required before, during and after a community activity.
- Support participants to overcome personal or societal barriers.
- Manage individuals' behaviours within a group setting.
- Work collaboratively with services and other community organisations to run events that make the best use resources.
- Record and store data and information, in line with legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- Use suitable digital technology to deliver targeted messages to participant groups.
- Adapt communication methods to meet the needs of participants and groups.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns within own scope of role and in line with organisational protocols.
- Support equity, diversity and inclusion in line with legislation and organisational policies.
- Support the mental health and wellbeing of self and participants.
- Comply with health and safety legislation, regulations, risk assessment procedures, guidelines and procedures.
- Participate in personal and professional development.
- Maintain professional boundaries within scope of own role.
- Monitor and review the effectiveness of activity sessions.
- Assist with the resolution of challenges and problems.
- Promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and physical activity for individuals and communities.
- Encourage individuals' participation, motivation and to change their behaviour towards sport or physical activity.
- Contribute to inclusive, safe and effective sessions.
- Plan, follow, adapt, and deliver session plans, based on participant needs and feedback.
- Use coaching styles for sport or physical activity sessions meeting the participants needs and motivations.
- Promote the benefits of a lifelong activity habit.
- Use techniques to build rapport with participants.
- Carry out the tasks required before, during and after a community activity.
- Support participants to overcome personal or societal barriers.
- Manage individuals' behaviours within a group setting.
- Work collaboratively with services and other community organisations to run events that make the best use resources.
- Record and store data and information, in line with legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- Use suitable digital technology to deliver targeted messages to participant groups.
- Adapt communication methods to meet the needs of participants and groups.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns within own scope of role and in line with organisational protocols.
- Support equity, diversity and inclusion in line with legislation and organisational policies.
- Support the mental health and wellbeing of self and participants.
- Comply with health and safety legislation, regulations, risk assessment procedures, guidelines and procedures.
- Participate in personal and professional development.
- Maintain professional boundaries within scope of own role.
- Monitor and review the effectiveness of activity sessions.
- Assist with the resolution of challenges and problems.
Training schedule
Community Activator Coach Level 2.
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
- Will be required to support and ultimately run coaching sessions which be outdoors in all weathers
- Own transport would be a benefit to enable candidate to drive to fixtures or local school to support our Outreach Programme
- The role includes an element of office work requiring customer contact and administration tasks
About this employer
Welcome to Stratford Sports Club, the heart of sports and community in Stratford-upon-Avon. As the proud home of Cricket, Hockey, Snooker, Squash, and Tennis, we offer top-class facilities for both competitive players and social members alike. Whether you're aiming to improve your game, enjoy a casual match, or simply soak in the vibrant atmosphere, Stratford Sports Club is where passion meets play. Join us in celebrating sport and camaraderie in one of the most historic towns in the UK.
After this apprenticeship
The role could potentially develop into a full-time role developing the community aspect of the Sports Club activities, processing grant applications and assisting on coaching programmes as well as providing essential administration support to ensure the safe and profitable running of the Sports Club.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027125.
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Closes on Saturday 20 June 2026
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