Are you passionate about sport, community wellbeing, and helping others thrive? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join us as a Community Activator Coach (Level 3 Apprentice). This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, gain recognised qualifications, and play a meaningful role in inclusive community programmes.
About the Role
As an apprentice, you’ll support and help deliver a range of community-focused activities designed to improve health, wellbeing, and social connection. You’ll be part of a welcoming and supportive team, working alongside experienced coaches and dedicated volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
Support our community-driven programmes, including:
- A weekly Sporting Memories dementia club
- A walking sports programme
- Love to Move sessions for individuals with cognitive conditions
- Assist coaches in delivering junior tennis, cricket, and hockey sessions, with the opportunity to gain Level 1 and Level 2 coaching qualifications
- Help develop and grow our schools outreach programme, working with local primary and secondary schools (with guidance from Head Coaches, progressing to leading the programme independently)
- Learn how to research and write grant applications to support new and existing community projects
- Contribute to the day-to-day running of the club, including reception, membership support, and front-of-house duties
What You’ll Gain
- A nationally recognised Level 3 Community Activator Coach qualification
- Hands-on experience across coaching, community engagement, and programme development
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in a supportive environment
- Opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and a career in sport and community work
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need to have all the skills yet—just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
You might be:
- Passionate about sport, health, and community wellbeing
- A great communicator who enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities
- Reliable, organised, and eager to develop new skills
- Interested in making a positive impact in an inclusive environment
Our Commitment to Inclusion - We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who may be underrepresented in sport and coaching.
Desired Skills
- Good communication skills - Enthusiastic and keen to learn - Creation of posters and social media posts to promote Sports Club activities - Previous coaching experience albeit informal or voluntary - Creative to support development of new programmes and continue success of rest
Personal qualities
Enjoy working as part of a team
Conscientious and friendly
Fit and active
IT literate and confident using social media
Good communicator both written and verbal
Creative thinker
Qualifications required
Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) at a Grade C/4 or above is required.
A sports related qualification or coaching certificate would be preferable but not essential.
Future prospects
The role could potentially develop into a fulltime role developing the community aspect of the Sports Club activities, processing grant applications and assisting on coaching programmes as well as providing essential administration support to ensure the safe and profitable running of the Sports Club.
Training to be delivered
Community Sport and Health Officer Apprenticeship Level 3
Functional Skills in Maths and English
Employer
Stratford Sports Club
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Swans Nest Lane
Greater London
Stratford upon Avon
CV37 7LS
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