This apprenticeship is designed for individuals who wish to have a full-time career in coaching gymnastics. You will assist our qualified coaches with the delivery of our recreational and development gymnastics program, giving feedback to participants and parents regarding progress. Leading by example showing positive coaching practices, to verbally communicate effectively and appropriately to children.
Main Duties
● To assist in the delivery of a high standard of recreational gymnastics programme at
beginner to advanced recreational.
● Ensure sessions always remain upbeat, fun & progressive.
● Assist in the delivery of our daytime & school holiday activities.
● Setting good examples to fellow coaches & gymnasts.
● Having good customer service and communication skills.
● Able to set up & de-rig the room as and when needed.
● To undertake administration duties with regards to sport, for example registers and
membership database entries.
● To assist in the running and operation of in-house and regional events
Other information:
Holiday Entitlement: 6 weeks including bank holidays
Reporting to: Lead Coach and General Manager
As a trainee coach, you will have some responsibilities in reporting back to your line manager with any issues that you may occur within the department, meaning they can then investigate and deal with the matter.
To ensure equipment repair and maintenance requirements are reported to your line manager or the facility manager, also that any health and safety concerns for gymnasts, staff and guests are considered at all times.
Desired Skills
Numerical & literacy skills Good I.T. skills with knowledge of word & excel. Show a willingness to use your own initiative. Flexible approach to working hours, to assist with events.
Personal qualities
Have good communication skills with colleagues.
Have good/appropriate communication with children and their parents.
To be a team player.
A commitment to learning.
Have a passion for sport.
Qualifications required
Missed out on getting your Maths and English GCSE’s? Don’t worry- you can still apply but you will need to complete Functional Skills Level 2 before you finish the apprenticeship. Our Learning Coaches can support you with this so don’t let this put you off!
Future prospects
Ongoing training and development
Did you know? 89% of Coach Core graduates agreed that the programme had helped their career and 60% were still working with their original employer and 74% of those were earning a higher salary once they completed
We welcome beginners of all ages and with our younger members we work towards the British Gymnastics Fundamentals and Proficiency Award Schemes which encourages the children to achieve goals and gain awards.
Employer
Axis Trampoline and Gymnastics Club
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Unit 14 Liberty Industrial Estate
United Kingdom
South Liberty Lane
BS3 2SU
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