Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Gymnastics Factory

IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED

Guildford (GU3 1LP)

Closes in 21 days (Wednesday 2 December 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 November 2026

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Summary

We are supporting our client to recruit a Community Activator Coach Apprentice within a thriving gymnastics club, offering hands-on coaching experience, professional development, and the opportunity to inspire young gymnasts while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Wage

£17,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Community activator coach (level 2)
Hours
May include evening and weekend hours.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 11 January 2027

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

2

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


  • Assist with the planning and delivery of gymnastics sessions for children and young people
  • Support qualified coaches during recreational and structured gymnastics classes
  • Help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for participants
  • Set up, inspect, and safely store gymnastics equipment before and after sessions
  • Motivate and encourage participants to develop their skills and confidence
  • Monitor participant progress and provide feedback under the guidance of lead coaches
  • Promote healthy, active lifestyles and positive participation in sport
  • Support the delivery of holiday camps, events, competitions, and community activities
  • Maintain accurate records, registers, and participant information
  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and equality policies at all times
  • Communicate professionally with parents, carers, colleagues, and club members
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including bookings, enquiries, and session preparation
  • Act as a positive role model and ambassador for the club
  • Work towards achieving the Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship standard
  • Gain experience coaching participants of different ages and abilities across a variety of gymnastics disciplines

Where you'll work

Pews Corner
Old Portsmouth Road, Artington
Guildford
GU3 1LP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED

Training course

Community activator coach (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

Training will be delivered through Ignite Sport through a mix of virtual learning and assessments in the workplace.

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
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

Our client, Gymnastics Factory, is a friendly and well-established gymnastics club based in Guildford, dedicated to helping children and young people develop confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love of physical activity. The club delivers high-quality gymnastics coaching in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment, supporting participants of all ages and abilities to reach their potential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate coaching team, gain hands-on experience, and begin a rewarding career within the sport and physical activity sector.

https://www.gymnasticsfactory.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Full-time employment, potential to complete Sports Coach Level 4 Apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED

Leah Bryan

l.bryan@ignitetraininguk.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000063859.

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Closes in 21 days (Wednesday 2 December 2026 at 11:59pm)