Throughout the apprenticeship you'll develop your coaching skills, learn how to plan and deliver engaging sessions, understand how to adapt activities for different ages and abilities, and build the confidence to lead sessions independently.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career within sport, education or community development.
As an Apprentice Community Coach, you'll play an important role in delivering inspiring sport and physical activity opportunities across Bradford. Working alongside experienced coaches, you'll support programmes in schools, community venues, holiday camps and football projects, helping people of all ages become more active, confident and connected.
Throughout the apprenticeship you'll develop your coaching skills, learn how to plan and deliver engaging sessions, understand how to adapt activities for different ages and abilities, and build the confidence to lead sessions independently.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career within sport, education or community development.
This is more than just a coaching role. You'll be joining one of the country's leading football club charities, gaining hands-on experience across schools, community sport, education and inclusion programmes.
Throughout your apprenticeship you'll receive:
- Mentoring from experienced Community Coaches
- Funded training and CPD opportunities
- Experience across a wide range of programmes
- Opportunities to work alongside Bradford City AFC
- Support towards recognised coaching qualifications
- Clear progression opportunities within the Foundation
Core Responsibilities:
Session Delivery
Support senior coaches in delivering high-quality sessions.
Progress towards independently leading sessions.
Deliver engaging, inclusive and participant-centred activities.
Adapt activities to meet differing participant needs.
Planning & Administration
Assist with session planning and evaluation.
Complete registers, consent forms and monitoring data.
Maintain accurate records using Salesforce.
Professional Standards
Follow safeguarding, health and safety and Foundation policies.
Care for equipment and facilities.
Represent the Foundation professionally.
Contribute positively to the wider team.
This apprenticeship is part-funded and supported by Coach Core's charitable programme, creating employment opportunities for 16–24-year-olds who have faced barriers to education, employment or career progression. We support young people with the potential to succeed who may have experienced financial disadvantage, additional learning needs, caring responsibilities or other personal or socio-economic challenges. No previous experience is required – we're looking for enthusiasm, potential and a willingness to learn. Coach Core provides additional support throughout the apprenticeship, while the employer is responsible for the final recruitment decision.
Desired Skills
Essential: Experience of volunteering, coaching or leading sport or physical activity An ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written (including electronically) Being organised and reliable A passion and enjoyment for working with children and young people Being committed and driven to the aims and objectives of the Community Foundation An awareness and understanding of all Community Foundation policies Experience working or volunteering with children or young people Desirable: Full, clean UK Driving Licence Bradford City FC Community Foundation is committed to safeguarding all individuals involved with the organisation from harm. As part of this we have a commitment to safer recruitment, selection and vetting references in line with principles, legislation and guidance from our policy. All individuals who work for Bradford City FC Community Foundation must undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.
Personal qualities
VALUES & BEHAVIOURS
At the Foundation, how we work is just as important as what we do. The postholder will be expected to uphold our values at all times and demonstrate behaviours that create safe, inclusive and empowering experiences for everyone we work with.
Inspiring and Empowering
Acts as a positive role model within the community
Encourages confidence, participation and personal growth in others
Nurturing Understanding and Empathy
Builds respectful relationships through active listening and clear communication
Responds sensitively to different needs and supports wellbeing
Safety and Trust
Prioritises safeguarding, health and safety and professional boundaries
Creates safe, supportive and welcoming environments for all participants
Partnership and Inclusivity
Collaborates effectively with colleagues, volunteers and local partners
Values diversity and ensures everyone feels included and able to take part
Impact and Influence
Delivers high-quality community programmes that make a positive difference
Represents the organisation well and contributes to shared goals
Research-Based and Continuous Learning
Reflects on delivery and seeks opportunities to improve practice
Applies learning and best practice to enhance participant experience
Evidence-Driven Decision Making
Uses data, feedback and records effectively to support programme evaluation
Makes fair, informed decisions that align with policy and compliance needs
Qualifications required
No qualifications required!
Sport-specific Level 2 coaching qualification (e.g. football, cricket, basketball etc)
Experience supporting children with SEND and adapting session delivery to suit their additional needs
Future prospects
Option to extend contact dependant on funding
Several of our management team initially began their journey at the foundation as an apprentice.
Training to be delivered
Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Level 2
Functional Skills in Maths and English
Employer
Bradford City FC Community Foundation
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Valley Parade
West Yorkshire
Bradford
BD8 7DY
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