Casual Sports Coach

Casual Sports Coach

CAPTION:

• Company: Chelmsford City Council


• Salary: £17.37


• Hours: Part-time


• Location: Chelmsford, CM1 2EH


• Working pattern: On-site


• Job type: Contract


• Posting date: 26 Aug 2026


• Closing date: 16 Sept 2026

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Summary

Chelmsford Sport & Athletics Centre is one of Chelmsford City Council's four leisure facilities, offering a wide range of sporting activities with something for everyone. Our team works in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, where every member of staff plays an important role in delivering excellent service.

We are looking for motivated and committed Gymnastics Coaches to lead the delivery of our gymnastics courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young participants, support skill development, and create a fun and engaging environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering structured gymnastics sessions for children, adapting their coaching style to suit a range of abilities and skill levels. They will motivate and support participants in developing confidence and skills while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment. Providing excellent customer service to both participants and parents/carers is essential.

Applicants should have experience of coaching children's gymnastics and be confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills. They will be passionate about delivering high-quality coaching sessions, able to adapt sessions to meet a variety of needs and abilities, and committed to providing outstanding customer care. A Level 2 Gymnastics Coaching Qualification is required.

There are a variety of coaching opportunities available, depending on ability and experience. This position is offered on a casual basis, with hours available during the evenings, weekends, school holidays, and some daytime shifts.

Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.

Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references, and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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We are looking for motivated and committed Gymnastics Coaches to lead the delivery of our gymnastics courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young participants, support skill development, and create a fun and engaging environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering structured gymnastics sessions for children, adapting their coaching style to suit a range of abilities and skill levels. They will motivate and support participants in developing confidence and skills while maintaining a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning environment. Providing excellent customer service to both participants and parents/carers is essential.

Applicants should have experience of coaching children's gymnastics and be confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills. They will be passionate about delivering high-quality coaching sessions, able to adapt sessions to meet a variety of needs and abilities and committed to providing outstanding customer care. A Level 2 Gymnastics Coaching Qualification is required.

Chelmsford Sport & Athletics Centre is one of Chelmsford City Council's four leisure facilities, offering a wide range of sporting activities with something for everyone. Our team works in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, where every member of staff plays an important role in delivering excellent service.

There are a variety of coaching opportunities available, depending on ability and experience. This position is offered on a casual basis, with hours available during the evenings, weekends, school holidays and some daytime shifts.

Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.

Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.