Athletics Assistant Coach

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS); Redhill; On-site; GBP 16,000; Part time

Job summary

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) is hiring a level 1 coach for part-time work as an Assistant Coach in their Athletics Club. The role involves assisting with coaching sessions and supporting athletes during competitions. A first aid and safeguarding qualification is necessary, with in-house training available if needed prior to starting.

Qualifications

• Experience of coaching field events beneficial but not essential.
• Current first aid and safeguarding qualification required.
• Commit to in-house courses if not qualified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching the Athletics Club.
• Deliver coaching sessions at Gateshead Stadium.
• Prepare athletes for local competitions and BUCS Championships.

Skills

Coaching

First Aid

Safeguarding

Job description

Closing date: 1 August 2025
Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University
Region: North East
Employment type: Part Time
Salary: £15ph

Description

We are seeking a level 1 coach to act as an Assistant Coach to our growing Athletics Club. Experience of coaching field events would be beneficial but not essential. The club use Track Passes at Gateshead Stadium to train on Mondays and Wednesdays. Club members regularly compete in local competitions, as well as BUCS Indoor and Outdoor Championships. Coaches must also hold a current first aid and safeguarding qualification to deliver coaching within our programme.

If you do not hold either of these, you must commit to completing one of our in-house courses in September, prior to beginning delivery.