Apprentice Community Activator Coach
AAASPORTS LIMITED
Sunderland, SR5 2JF
Closes in 26 days (Monday 25 November at 11:59pm)
Posted on 29 November 2023
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Summary
AAAsports are one of the largest gymnastics and trampoline providers in the North of England. Working towards becoming a qualified gymnastics and/or trampoline coach, gaining experience of delivery with club and school environments, including festivals and events and learning administration skills including the use of numerous software applications
- Annual wage
- £9,984 a year
- Training course
- Community activator coach (level 2)
- Hours
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Variable working pattern, generally working between 9.00am and 9.00pm. All breaks to comply with the terms of the Working Time Regulations and will be taken at mutually convenient times in accordance with the needs of the business.
Exact shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Saturday 30 November
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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4
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
AAAsports are one of the largest Gymnastics & Trampoline providers in the North of England, working with members of all ages and abilities, in addition to schools and youth groups.
Due to increased demand, we are looking for passionate and enthusiastic Apprentices to join our team. Successful candidates will experience a wide range of fun and challenging situations, in an apprenticeship position where no two days are ever the same!
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and qualifications within a coaching environment, with excellent future career opportunities with AAAsports beyond the initial apprenticeship, including full-time positions and additional qualifications for the right candidate.
- Working towards becoming a qualified gymnastics and/or trampoline coach
- Gaining experience of delivery with club and school environments, including festivals and events
- Learning administration skills including the use of numerous software applications
- Developing customer service skills and rapport building techniques with a variety of participants and spectators
- Assisting with the setting up and derigging of equipment
- Completing safeguarding training and maintaining a safe environment for everyone partaking in activities
- Working with a varied team in numerous different roles throughout the business
- Any other duties identified by your line manager that may occasionally arise
Where you’ll work
Aaasports Shakespeare Street
Sunderland
SR5 2JF
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
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Your training course
Community activator coach (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
- Community Activator Coach Standard Level 2
- All training will take place at the employer's premises
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Any Subject (grade 1)
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
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Presentation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- A genuine interest in sports
- Friendly & Approachable
- Reliable & Punctual
- Confident & Outgoing
Other requirements
Able to pass an enhanced DBS check. Willing to gain additional qualifications in coaching, safeguarding and equality. Working hours vary each week, and can be from 9.00am to 9.00pm. This role will involve evening and weekend working. This role is very physical at times, including the setting up of equipment and the supporting of members. Our members come from a wide variety of backgrounds, including a range of disabilities.
About this company
AAAsports is one of the largest Gymnastics and Trampoline providers in the North of England. Based from our dedicated centre in Sunderland, AAAsports delivers classes to hundreds of members each week across our main site, our satellite locations and our school delivery partners. AAAsports aim to deliver high quality classes to our members of all ages and abilities, providing enriching experiences for everyone and providing support to partners with festivals and competitions at local, regional and national level.
After this apprenticeship
Candidates who successfully complete the apprenticeship along with the additional coaching qualifications offered may be offered full-time employment with AAAsports in a variety of coaching and/or administration positions, in addition to further qualification opportunities through the AAAsports Coach Education Programme.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000215442.
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Closes in 26 days (Monday 25 November at 11:59pm)
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