Casual Coach

Greater Manchester Moving; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focuses on enhancing the skills and teamwork of young athletes through coaching in multiple sports. The role emphasizes creating a supportive and safe environment, promoting healthy lifestyles, and fostering a love of sport while contributing to various community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching multiple sports.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of diverse participants.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging multi-sports sessions for children and young people.
• Promote participation and enjoyment of sports.
• Maintain equipment and resources; keep documentation up to date.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Coaching qualification (e.g., Level 2 Certificate)

Job description

The purpose of this position is to deliver high-quality coaching across multiple sports, fostering skill development and teamwork in young athletes. The role also might involve leading and mentoring a team of coaches to ensure consistent, engaging, and effective sessions. This position supports the overall growth and success of the sports program through strong leadership and multi-sport expertise.

Delivering engaging multi-sports sessions by planning and leading high-quality, inclusive activities across a range of sports for children and young people in both school and community settings. The role involves promoting participation and enjoyment by creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment that fosters physical activity, skill development, and a lifelong love of sport. It also focuses on supporting educational and social outcomes by using sport to develop participants' confidence, teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles.

Coaches are expected to adapt sessions to meet the diverse needs of individuals, including those with disabilities or from underrepresented groups, and act as positive role models by representing Rochdale Community Trust with professionalism, enthusiasm, and integrity. Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety is a key aspect, requiring adherence to all relevant procedures and the prompt reporting of any concerns.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining equipment and resources, accurately completing required documentation such as attendance records and session evaluations, attending training and meetings to support professional development, and contributing to wider Trust activities, including events, holiday camps, and outreach initiatives.