Casual Coach – Gymnastics

Cardiff Met; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised gym membership

Library and digital services access

Job summary

Cardiff Met is seeking a Junior Sport Gymnastics Casual Coach to join the Sport Systems team and assist with delivering the Gymnastics Junior programme across Cardiff Met Sport. You will support participants from recreational classes through to performance groups and help refine routines for floor, vault, bars and beam.

You’ll work with the Lead Coach to develop training plans, monitor safety, and provide feedback to help gymnasts progress while upholding high standards and a positive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in gymnastics.
• Superb teamwork skills to deliver the best outcomes for participants.
• Experience working with customers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Coach in delivering high-quality gymnastics coaching.
• Support participants from recreational classes through to performance groups.
• Teach and refine gymnastics routines for events (floor, vault, bars, beam).
• Monitor gymnasts during practice to ensure safe performance.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes and provide feedback.

Skills

Level 1 Coaching Qualification

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Our Junior Sport Gymnastics Casual Coach is a key team member for Junior Sport / Sport Systems team, and associated areas of Cardiff Met Sport. They assist with the delivery of the Gymnastics Junior sports programme and ensure that the needs of participants are met.

You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coach of Gymnastics and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Gymnastics coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Gymnastics, from recreational classes through to our performance groups.
• Assist in teaching and refining of gymnastics routines for various events (e.g., floor, vault, bars, beam).
• Monitor gymnasts during practice to ensure they are performing exercises safely.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sports coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Gymnastics participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Gymnastics programmes are both safe and of the highest standards.

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in gymnastics.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants.
• Experience working with customers and parents.

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

For more information about the role please contact Gethin Smart, Sport Development & Workforce Manager on [e-mail] .

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.

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