Gymnastics Coach

Serco Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 23,640,000 - 33,669,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Internal courses and qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at Serco leisure centres

Job summary

Serco Limited in Birmingham is seeking a part-time Gymnastics Coach to deliver engaging gymnastics sessions for children aged 2 to 11 at Alexander Stadium. Working evenings and Saturdays, you’ll help children build confidence, develop skills and enjoy being active.

You’ll plan and lead safe, inclusive sessions, adapt to different ages and abilities, maintain records, and support the growth of the gymnastics programme.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer care skills.
• Organised, able to manage workload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver safe, engaging and inclusive gymnastics coaching sessions.
• Adapt coaching methods to suit different ages, abilities and learning styles.
• Support the growth and ongoing development of the gymnastics programme.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required administration in line with local procedures.
• Assist with the promotion of sports and recreational activities across the centres.
• Champion health, safety, equality and safeguarding standards at all times.

Skills

Communication

Customer care

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 British Gymnastics qualification

First Aid (desirable)

Child Protection (desirable)

Job description

Gymnastics Coach

Alexander Stadium, B42 2LR

Part Time, 20 hours p/w (evenings & Saturdays)

£20 per hour / £20,800 per annum plus excellent benefits

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Gymnastics Coach in our Birmingham Community Leisure Trust team, you'll deliver engaging gymnastics sessions for children aged 2 to 11, helping them build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy being active. Your work has purpose, creating positive experiences that support healthy lifestyles and personal growth.

By inspiring young people to participate in sport, you'll have a positive impact on communities and help create opportunities for the next generation to thrive. Through care, encouragement and expert coaching, you'll help children develop both physically and socially while building trust with families and participants.

What you’ll do as a Gymnastics Coach

• Plan, prepare and deliver safe, engaging and inclusive gymnastics coaching sessions.
• Adapt coaching methods to suit different ages, abilities and learning styles.
• Support the growth and ongoing development of the gymnastics programme.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required administration in line with local procedures.
• Assist with the promotion of sports and recreational activities across the centres.
• Champion health, safety, equality and safeguarding standards at all times.

Does this sound like you?

• Hold a minimum Level 2 British Gymnastics qualification or equivalent.
• Have excellent communication and customer care skills.
• Be organised, motivated and able to manage your own workload effectively.
• Work confidently both independently and as part of a team.
• Be passionate about the positive impact sport can have on children and communities.
• First Aid and Child Protection qualifications are desirable.

What we offer

• 21 days' holiday plus bank holidays pro-rated
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting and checks

AnEnhanced DBS checkis required for this role. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and any relevant information held by local police, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and safeguarding requirements. You will also complete anOccupational Health Questionnaireto allow us to provide any support needed for you to succeed in the role.