Casual Cheer & Gymnastics Coach - Sundays

Brentford Community Sports Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is hiring a Casual Assistant Cheer Coach to support pre-school and general gymnastics sessions, including Sundays in term time at our Hounslow Hub. The role requires flexibility, weekend availability, and the ability to engage children and young people across activities such as gymnastics and cheer.

A DBS and safeguarding/first aid certifications are expected, with a focus on safe, inclusive coaching.

Qualifications

• Experience in a gymnastics setting.
• Desire to undertake coaching badges.
• Safeguarding certificate is essential.
• Emergency Aid certificate is essential.
• Current DBS clearance.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in planning and delivering gymnastics sessions, preferably within a club environment.
• Understanding of physical education, sport and long-term athlete development.
• Ability to travel to various workplaces within West London using own transport.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery of gymnastics sessions with coaching appropriate to the participants' abilities and needs.
• Develop relationships with participants, staff, carers, parents and partners to ensure effective sessions.
• Access quality assurance staff training offered by the Trust during term time.
• Ensure equipment is available, well maintained and stored properly.
• Provide feedback to coaches and parents where appropriate.
• Be aware of medical issues concerning participants.
• Actively promote relevant trust offers.
• Be a point of contact in emergencies, guiding people to safety.
• Coordinate with authorities and emergency services as necessary.
• Stay informed about safeguarding policies and best practices.
• Participate in safeguarding and emergency response training.
• Report safeguarding concerns promptly to appropriate authorities.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, concerns and actions taken.

Job description

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is hiring a Casual Assistant Cheer Coach to support pre-school and general gymnastics sessions, including Sundays in term time at our Hounslow Hub. The role requires flexibility, weekend availability, and the ability to engage children and young people across activities such as gymnastics and cheer.

A DBS and safeguarding/first aid certifications are expected, with a focus on safe, inclusive coaching.