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Activity Leadership Apprenticeship

West Of England Sport Trust
Pay: £105.00 Text
Location: Gloucestershire Bristol United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Nov 2017
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E02534452
Adventure 2017-09-08 2017-10-18

Job Description

The Royal Foundation are working in partnership with Team Bristol on their Coach Core programme. You will work towards your Activity Leadership Level 2 incorporating Active Leisure for Exercise Professionals.



This year ‘Team Bristol’ will employ 20 young people who have the potential of becoming the future sports coach. We will be inviting applications for 40 places at our 2-day recruitment event on the 16th & 17th October. 



Those who demonstrate commitment and a will to want to better themselves in this sports coaching programme will then be offered year-long employment working and training for 30 hours a week on Coach Core beginning November 2017. Team Bristol is made up of St Bede’s Catholic College, Young Bristol, Youth Moves, Access Sport, University of the West of England, West of England Sport Trust, Bristol Rovers Community Trust, Empire Fighting Chance, Shine Sports Coaching, Young South West, Creative Youth Network, Bristol City Council.



Coach Core Benefits




  • Achieve qualifications and vocational training that matches the criteria required by employers within the sports industry.

  • Mentoring and experience of working alongside professionals from the industry including Sports Development Officers, experienced sports coaches and personnel from National Governing Bodies.

  • Practical experience of working in the industry at sports event, in schools, in clubs and coaching within sports venues.

  • An opportunity to meet new people of a similar age, have fun, become a role model and give something back to the community.

  • The opportunity to attend exciting events and training throughout the apprenticeship





In July 2012, The Royal Foundation launched Coach Core; a new, innovative and exciting sports coaching apprenticeship targeting young people who wish to gain further education and employment in sport. Since then, apprentices in cities across the UK have been able to enjoy an intensive but incredible opportunity to become educated and employed for 12 months with some of the biggest sports providers and clubs in the industry.



With a full support team in place, apprentices have thrived both with their professional and personal development as we look to enhance the lives and opportunities for all Coach Core students from the first day to the last.



Successful applicants will be involved in a paid full-time sports coaching training programme to support your development and prepare you for future employment. At the end of the 12 months, you will leave with recognised qualifications, new skills, knowledge and a wealth of experience working as a trainee sports coach plus the opportunity to attend events unique to this programme.



The apprenticeship role will include:




  • Help to inspire children, young people and clients to develop and lead healthy active lifestyles

  • Assist in delivering sessions taking the lead with small groups as directed

  • Assist in assessing, recording and reporting on children’s / clients progress and development

  • Assist in the planning and delivery of programmes 

  • Assist in maintaining the health and safety at all times

  • Assist leaders in the management and organisation of activities, actions and programmes 

  • Help to deliver effectively programmes, activities and actions within their function



Successful applicants must be available to attend a 2-day assessment on 16th and 17th October 2017.


Personal Qualities :

  • Possess a passion for physical activity and healthy lifestyles.

  • Be organised and able to work effectively in teams and as an individual, always maintaining a professional approach to work.

  • 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.



Skills Required :

Candidates must be enthusiastic about wanting to work within their chosen coaching area and be committed to the 12 month apprenticeship.



Future Prospects : Possible progression onto further qualifications

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