Casual Sports Coach (Female)

British Blind Sport; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

British Blind Sport recherche un entraîneur sportif féminin pour animer des séances d'activités physiques inclusives, visant à augmenter la participation des femmes et des filles. Le rôle flexible s'adresse à un candidat motivé, désireux d'impact positif au sein de la communauté. Avec une qualification de coaching, le candidat idéal encouragera la confiance et le développement physique des participantes.

Qualifications

• Expérience de la livraison de séances sportives.
• Engagement envers l'égalité et l'inclusion.
• Formation en sauvegarde et en premiers secours souhaitable.

Responsibilities

• Planifier et dispenser des séances sportives de haute qualité.
• Créer un environnement inclusif et accueillant.
• Engager et motiver les participantes.

Skills

Communication inclusive

Motivation

Engagement

Education

Qualification de coaching reconnue (niveau 1/2 ou équivalent)

Job description

Disability Sport Yorkshire is the leading charity in Yorkshire dedicated to improving opportunities for disabled people in sport and physical activity. Our mission is to ensure that disabled people have equal access to inclusive, high-quality sporting experiences across the region. Through innovative programmes, strategic partnerships, and advocacy, we work to break down barriers to participation and create a more inclusive sporting landscape.We are now seeking a female Sports Coach to deliver weekly, inclusive and engaging physical activity sessions as part of our female-only programme. The role offers flexibility and is ideal for someone looking to contribute to meaningful, community-focused work.

Salary £15.00 per hour Hours Casual Hours Contract Contract/Temporary (Self-Employed basis, invoiced monthly.) Placed On Fri 16th May, 2025 Sport / Activity Disability Sport

Job Title: Casual Sports Coach (Female-Led Sessions)

Reports To: Project Lead

Location: Wakefield

Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour (minimum 2 hours per week)

About Disability Sport Yorkshire

Disability Sport Yorkshire is the leading charity in Yorkshire dedicated to improving opportunities for disabled people in sport and physical activity. Our mission is to ensure that disabled people have equal access to inclusive, high-quality sporting experiences across the region. Through innovative programmes, strategic partnerships, and advocacy, we work to break down barriers to participation and create a more inclusive sporting landscape.

We are now seeking a female Sports Coach to deliver weekly, inclusive and engaging physical activity sessions as part of our female-only programme. The role offers flexibility and is ideal for someone looking to contribute to meaningful, community-focused work.

Please note: In line with the Equality Act 2010, this post is open to female applicants only, as it is an occupational requirement for the effective delivery of female-only sessions.

Job Purpose

To lead the delivery of inclusive, fun, and safe sports sessions for women and girls, supporting increased participation and confidence in physical activity within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality sports and activity sessions tailored to the needs of female participants.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive and empowering environment for all attendees.
• Engage and motivate participants, supporting their physical, social and emotional development.
• Ensure all sessions are delivered safely and in accordance with DSY's safeguarding and health and safety policies.
• Complete basic monitoring and evaluation tasks (e.g., attendance registers, feedback forms).
• Always act as a positive ambassador for Disability Sport Yorkshire.

Person Specification

• Female (occupational requirement).
• Experience of delivering sports or activity sessions.
• Positive, inclusive and engaging communication style.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and supporting underrepresented groups in sport.
• Ability to motivate and support participants of different ages and abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours (e.g., evenings or weekends).
• Standard DBS check (or willingness to undertake one).
• Safeguarding and First Aid training (or willingness to complete).
• A recognised coaching qualification (e.g., Level 1/2 or equivalent in a sport or physical activity).
• Lived experience of disability or understanding of the barriers facing disabled and inactive women.
• Experience working with girls and women in community settings.

For informal enquiries, please contact us on the above email so we can arrange to speak.

Disability Sport Yorkshire is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are particularly keen to hear from individuals with lived experience of disability, marginalisation, or underrepresentation in sport.

Disability Sport Yorkshire is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of disability.

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