Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprentice

Summary

An apprenticeship is a structured programme where you will spend approximately 80%of your time working and 20% in training. This combination allows for 100% learning over a period of 18 to 24 months. During the apprenticeship, you will receive specific development to the role acquire relevant qualifications and gain valuable experience.

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course: Community activator coach (level 2)
Hours: Be adaptable to flexible working hours, which may include evenings, weekends and school holidays, to meet the programme needs.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Sunday 2 February
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Complete all aspects of the apprenticeship, including work assigments and coordination with the training provider to access training sessions
Participate actively in training and personal development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
Learn ans master the delivery of high-quality cycling instruction to young people, adhering to natinal standards.
Conduct thorough checks to assess risks to trainees, bicycles and training environments, including on-road locations, to ensure a safe learning experience
Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
Maintain vigilance in safeguarding practices
Follow protocols for accident and incidence reporting

Where you’ll work

ST PETER'S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL

EAVES LANE

CHORLEY

LANCASHIRE

PR6 0DX

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED

Your training course

Community activator coach (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Planning and adapting sessions and activities that respond to customer feedback and encourage customers to develop a lifelong activity habit.
Coaching or leading pre-planned sport or physical activity sessions that are attractive to the target audience(s) and develop motivational relationships with customers.
Promoting a physical activity offer, (including but not exclusively) organised play and sport in the community which supports individuals on their behaviour change journey.
Working collaboratively with sports clubs and other community assets – including volunteers, public services, youth workers, the police and community champions.
Supporting customers to co-produce rewarding volunteering opportunities.
Supporting families to participate together in sport and physical activity.
Working effectively with customer insight to overcome individual, community and societal barriers to participation in physical activity and sport.
Contributing to the employer’s design of activities and services and practising the employer’s organisation’s values, policies and procedures.
Contributing to teams that deliver community events and festivals.
Supporting organisations to evaluate, develop and promote sessions and other opportunities such as outdoor group exercise and informal social play.
Maintaining personal safety and wellbeing, as well as that of customers.
Managing disruptive behaviours from individuals within the group setting.
Encouraging customers to be regularly active – both formally and informally – within sports clubs or leisure facilities including open-space.
Effectively using social media and technology, appropriately, to deliver targeted messages to identified customer groups for example children, teenagers, adults and older adults.
Effectively monitor and evaluate activities, sessions and projects using technology platforms to maintain accurate records and produce timely reports.

Your training plan

Community Activator Coach Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

The appreticeship will train both in the work environment over a period of 18 to 24 months

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

IT skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Physical fitness

About this company

We have been established since 2005 with the goal of raising standards in physical education and school sports. Over the years, we have evolved into a community interest company, committed to inspiring and empowering everyone in our community to embrace physical activity and lead healthier, happier lives.

https://www.chorleyssp.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Extensive training, travel allowance, uniform and further benefits.

After this apprenticeship

At the end of a Level 2 Community Activator Coach apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve:

Practical Coaching Skills:

The ability to deliver fun, inclusive, and engaging sports and physical activity sessions tailored to diverse community groups

Knowledge of Community Engagement:

A deep understanding of how to engage individuals from different backgrounds and break down barriers to participation in sports and physical activities

Leadership and Communication Skills:

The capability to inspire, motivate, and communicate effectively with participants, stakeholders, and colleagues

Industry Qualification:

A nationally recognized Level 2 Certificate in Coaching and potentially other relevant qualifications (e.g., safeguarding, first aid)

Employment Readiness:

A pathway into roles such as Community Sports Coach, Activity Leader, or further development into higher-level coaching or sports-related qualifications
The apprenticeship empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact by promoting health and well-being through physical activity in their communities

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is: