Sport Coach apprentice

Introduction

Start your career in sports coaching by supporting fun, safe and engaging physical activity sessions for children aged 4 -11. Gain practical experience while completing a Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship and learning how to plan sessions, manage behaviour and support child development. 

About the Employer

As the UK’s largest provider of school physical activity and childcare services, Premier Education works with over 2,500 schools nationwide. We’re home to over 1,000 Activity Professionals, offering flexible roles, competitive pay, and the chance to make a positive impact on children’s lives through physical education and sport.

Premier Sportscoach Solutions Ltd is a franchise partner of Premier Education. The organisation delivers engaging sports and activity programmes in schools, helping children develop confidence, teamwork and a love for physical activity.

Apprentices will gain hands-on experience delivering activities while completing a apprenticeships through Educationwise Academy, with opportunities to develop a long-term career in coaching, playworker and leadership and management. 

What You'll Do

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging physical activity sessions for children aged 4-11
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing and active participation of all children
• Adapt activities to suit different abilities, needs and behaviours
• Support children who require additional help to take part
• Promote positive behaviour and create an encouraging environment
• Communicate effectively with children, parents and school staff
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety policies
• Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality and positive role modelling
• Complete apprenticeship training and apply learning in practice

Training Outcome

• Upon completing the apprenticeship, you will become a fully certified sports coach with opportunities for further employment and development

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - A*-C/4-9
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - A*-C/4-9
• Essential - Driver License - Full UK Driving Licence - Any
• Essential - GCSE/BTEC - Sports Coaching - Level 2/3

Course Information

Course: Sports coach (level 4)

Level: 4

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: The apprentice will work across breakfast clubs, lunchtime activities and after-school clubs in local schools. Split shifts may be required. As sessions take place at multiple school locations, a full driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 5

Training Provider: THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD