Brief overview of the vacancy role

Working hours will be determined based on each employer, but are likely to include evening and weekend work. You will be expected to do at least 22 hours of planning and delivery each week, which are likely to be in a shadowing or assistant role initially, but will also involve administration, monitoring and evaluation. You will also be required to attend around 6-8 hours of education each week, which will take place in a central location with the rest of the group.

To reflect this, you will be provided with a contract of at least 30 hours each week, inclusive of weekly education, for a period of between 15-18 months.

Vacancy Description

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 Bristol!

We have a fantastic and diverse range of employers involved in the programme, all of whom are committed to providing a supportive environment for their apprentices to flourish in. The programme is made up of a range of activities and sports

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 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.

We particularly welcome applicants from female, black, minority, ethnic (BME) communities, disabled people and homosexual, bisexual and trans (LGBT) communities, as they are currently underrepresented within our workforce.

Requirements and Prospectus

Desired Skills

Successful applicants must also: – Possess a passion for physical activity and healthy lifestyles. – Be organised and able to work effectively in teams and as an individual – Maintain a professional approach to work at all times. – Be able to relate well to, motivate, and encourage others being conscious of being a positive role model at all times. – Have an enthusiastic attitude to life and work. – Have the ability to make learning and work fun.

Personal qualities

You must be enthusiastic about wanting to work within the sport and physical activity sector and be committed to inspiring others to be more physically active. No prior coaching experience is required, but a willingness to learn, develop and challenge yourself is essential.

Qualifications required

No previous qualifications required

Future prospects

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).

Training to be delivered

Level 2 Community Activator Coach qualification

Coach Core specific modules and workshops

Functional Skills in English and Maths (if required)

The Academy of Gymnastics was established in 2002 and is one of the most successful performance clubs in Great Britain. The aim of the club is to bring Gymnastics for all to North Somerset.

The club has carefully selected a team of coaches who work towards The Academy’s pledge to ensure that all gymnasts reach their full potential in the sport. The Academy Coaches are educated to the highest standard and have been screened to ensure that they are suitable to work with children, holding a current DBS and Safeguarding Children course.

The club is based in the popular Portishead town, just 8 miles from Bristol on the M5 corridor overlooking the Bristol Channel and Wales beyond. With it’s easy access we have gymnasts that come from as far a field as Gloucestershire and Devon.

The Academy are the current British Team Champions, making them recognised as the best elite performance club in the Country, a feat no other club has managed from the South West region.

The coaches have coached many English and Welsh squad members, consistently earning National Titles year after year. We are very proud to have produced many International gymnasts who have represented Great Britain around the world. Including representation at the 2016 Rio, 2012 London and 2008 Beijing Olympics, Gold medals at the Commonwealth Games in 2014, 2010 and 2006.

As part of the Coach Core offer, we provide a dedicated tutor, to support you through the qualification and help you put your learning into practice at work. This tutor will deliver a weekly group education session for all apprentices, allowing you to learn and share ideas from a range of different coaching environments. Furthermore, Bristol Sport Foundation will also provide you with a mentor for day-to-day training, supporting you to grow in the role.

If you are successful with your application, your role will involve:

– Helping to inspire your community to develop and lead an active, healthy, happy lifestyle.

– Working alongside experienced coaches to support various activities.

– Assisting with the planning and delivery of lessons, taking the lead with small groups as directed.

– Supporting the head coach with reporting on participant progress and development.

– Assisting with the wider activities of Bristol Sport Foundation, which may include administration tasks, social media, marketing, and events.

– Maintaining the health and safety of those involved in your sessions.

– Sharing knowledge and ideas with other Coach Core apprentices, to help improve coaching delivery.

As an apprentice with The Academy of Gymnastics, you will be studying towards a 12-18-month qualification that will be the Community Coach Activator Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Desired personal Qualities

You must be enthusiastic about wanting to work within the sport and physical activity sector and be committed to inspiring others to be more physically active. No prior coaching experience is required, but a willingness to learn, develop and challenge yourself is essential.

As with any apprenticeship programme, you will be required to complete a qualification as part of your employment. As far as is possible, we will work to make this as practical as possible, to ensure you can put your learning into practice

Future Prospects

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).

Training to be provided

Training to be Provided
Level 2 Community Activator Coach qualification
Coach Core workshops
Functional Skills in English and Maths (if required)
A minimum of 1 National Governing Body L2 qualification
Access to a range of other training, events and opportunities activator courses, community sports festivals etc)

Product

ZH2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship L2

Expected duration

15

Paid hours per week

30