Coach Core’s vision is to drive social mobility through apprenticeships and sport, so that every young person can reach their true potential and inspire those around them. Since our launch in 2012, we have worked with over 150 of the biggest sports providers, youth clubs and charities in the country, supporting over 500 young people.
The Community Activator Coach role is the perfect opportunity to understand the role of sport and physical activity in the community, and Sky Blues in The Community are offering a great opportunity to learn across different environments, sports and age-groups.
● Work in diverse settings, such as community settings, youth clubs, leisure centres, public parks and open spaces, schools and colleges
● Undertake administrative tasks related to the sessions that you are responsible for including updating registers, consent forms, risk assessments, incident and accident forms, writing case studies and social media posts that demonstrate impact of projects, and recording any outcomes and accreditations achieved by participants using relevant monitoring and evaluation systems.
● Work with individuals and/or groups from a range of backgrounds, abilities, and age ranges
● Be responsible for the correct use of and safe keeping of sport and physical activity equipment.
● Ensure that the safety of facilities is checked before and during use for practical participation.
● Build and support positive working partnerships with existing/new key partners to receive continued funding for delivery of programmes.
● Maintain high standards of professional behaviour towards colleagues, young people, and adults with whom we engage and the wider public when working for and wearing Sky Blues in the Community uniform.
● Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of, and adhere to, Sky Blues in the Community policies and procedures, including those relating to Safeguarding, Health and Safety and emergency procedures, including those of venues where you may be based.
● Work with Managers/Coordinators/Officers/coaches to support design and development of activities and programmes.
● Work as a team, effectively supervising, mentoring, and directing colleagues (coaches and volunteers) where appropriate.
● Develop professional and supportive relationships with all young people engaged in the session.
● Undertake regular professional development days as set by Sky Blue sin the Community to continue own personal development.
● Carry a fully stocked first aid kit when coaching.
● Undertake other duties as required to ensure efficient delivery of Sky Blues in the Community sessions.
● To undertake relevant training courses as requested by Sky Blues in the Community.
● Be self-motivated, committed, and reliable.
● Always represent Sky Blues in the Community and Coventry City Football Club in a professional manner.
What your apprenticeship includes:
● A mixture of face to face and online catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
● A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
● Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
● The chance to get Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)
At Sky Blues in The Community you will work towards your Community Activator Coach L2 Apprenticeship Qualification over the course of 12-18 Months.
Desired Skills
This is an apprenticeship programme, designed to help you gain skills and experience ‘on the job.’ We aren’t looking for any previous coaching qualifications or experience but certain personal qualities and characteristics are a must (see below) Successful applicants will be assisting and delivering sport and physical activity sessions in the community. Your sessions may be the highlight of their week- so you will need to be reliable, enthusiastic, energetic and committed!
Personal qualities
You must be enthusiastic about wanting to work within the sport and physical activity sector and be committed to inspiring others to be more physically active.
No prior coaching experience is required, but a willingness to learn, work hard and challenge yourself is essential.
Qualifications required
English and Maths GCSE grade C (Level 4) or above
Future prospects
We provide support to ensure all of our apprentices have the best possible chance of progressing into full time roles with us at the end of their qualification.
Training to be delivered
Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English
Our aims surround engaging all walks of life in physical activity by providing fun, safe and enjoyable environments for all ages and abilities. We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver accessible and high standard activities whilst facilitating and adapting to the needs of the community.
We have a passionate and dedicated team working endlessly to make a difference in our community and through the use of sport we hope to succeed in changing the lives of people who deserve it most.
Employer
Sky Blues in The Community
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Building Society Arena
West Midlands
Coventry
CV6 6GE
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