Casual Community Sports Coach

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Dumfries; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is looking for enthusiastic Casual Community Sports Coaches to join their Active Schools programme. The role involves coaching various sports like badminton and rugby at different locations within Dumfries and Galloway. Qualified coaches holding UKCC Level 1 or 2 are encouraged to apply, with competitive pay rates based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Employee discounts through Vivup platform

Access to The Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 1 or 2 in sports coaching.
• Experience working with participants in sports.
• Enthusiastic and pleasant manner.

Responsibilities

• Deliver sport and activity sessions as part of the Active Schools programme.
• Coach a range of sports including badminton, netball, dance, and cycling.
• Work during daytime, after school, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Education

UKCC Level 1 or 2 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Location: Various locations within Dumfries and Galloway Council Offices English Street Dumfries, DG1 2DD

Rate: £13.26 - £14.26 per hour

Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 0 hours per week

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Casual Community Sports Coach

Various locations in Dumfries and Galloway

Qualified Level 1 - £13.26 per hour

Qualified Level 2 - £14.26 per hour

Dumfries and Galloway Council aim to encourage more people of all ages and abilities to actively participate in sport and physical activity.

The Active Schools and Community Sport Team are seeking to recruit additional qualified coaches to deliver within our Active Schools programme on a casual basis across different locations within our local authority. Working with the team to deliver sport and activity sessions as part of our programme.

We are looking for coaches that are enthusiastic and of a pleasant manner to coach a range of sports and activities including: badminton, netball, dance, cycling, rugby, racket sports, cricket, athletics and multi-sport sessions.

Applicants that meet the following criteria are invited to apply for these posts:

• UKCC Level 1 or 2 qualification or equivalent
• Experience of working with participants
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic and pleasant manner
• Reliable and good timekeeping

A current driving licence would be an advantage.

Placing on pay scale is according to qualifications and experience.

The delivery and instruction of activities will take place during the daytime, after school sessions, evenings and weekends for which this rate of pay is inclusive.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

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With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation

For further information please contact:

Active Schools and Community Sport Manager – Olly Driver