Head Sports Coach (Gymnastics) - REQ04178 - 423492

North Lanarkshire Council; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

North Lanarkshire Council is seeking a Head Sports Coach (Gymnastics) to oversee sport projects and coaching experiences for young people. The role requires UKCC Gymnastics Level 2, strong organisational and communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Health and wellbeing benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and developing sport programmes.
• Background in supervising staff.
• Knowledge of partnership working.

Responsibilities

• Manage the effective operation of sport projects.
• Provide weekly reports to the Sports Development & Participation Officer.
• Ensure efficient coaching experiences for young people.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

UKCC Gymnastics Level 2

Job description

Head Sports Coach (Gymnastics) - REQ04178 - 423492

*INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF *

Enterprise & Communities

Active & Creative Communities

Head Sports Coach (Gymnastics)

NLC7

14.75 hours per week

Based within our venues in North Lanarkshire, you will manage the effective operation of our sport projects and ensure the team provides an efficient coaching experience for all young people within the programme. Reporting to the Sports Development & Participation Officer, you will provide weekly reports while adhering to the company’s policies and procedures.

Educated to UKCC Gymnastics Level 2, you will have a good knowledge of managing and developing a range of programmes, experience of supervising staff, and a background of partnership working.

Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times, are essential for this role.

Successful candidates must obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership through Disclosure Scotland.

Work Pattern:

Monday 6pm to 7.45pm, Tuesday to Thursday 3.10pm to 6.40pm, Saturday 8.55 am to 11.40 am

Benefits of working at North Lanarkshire Council:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and various health, wellbeing, and family benefits. We also provide learning and development opportunities through our learning academy, LearnNL, to support your career growth.

For more information on local authority careers, visit the myjobscotland career hub.

North Lanarkshire Council is flexible with working arrangements and operates a Smarter Working Policy.

Click here to see our Recruitment Charter.

*Casual/sessional roles are paid at 12.1% of the hourly rate for each hour worked, which compensates for annual leave and public holidays. Payments are made separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for hours worked.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves disabled if they meet the essential criteria. We also support service personnel, veterans, and their families through the Armed Forces Community Covenant, offering guaranteed interviews to eligible candidates. Additionally, if you have ever been in care, you are entitled to a guaranteed interview, demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire aims to make it the place to live, learn, work, invest, and visit. We believe fair work—offering voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect, and security—is vital for wellbeing and productivity. For more details, click the link.

Alternative application packs can be requested in formats such as Large Print, Braille, or Audio by calling 01698 403151.

Our Easy Read documents explaining the process are available here: Easy Read – My NL.

***PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVs IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FORM. CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.***

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