Level Two Sports Coach

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension scheme

Team Derby Rewards discounts

Tusker Car Benefit Scheme

Job summary

Derby City Council is seeking a Relief Level Two Gymnastics Coach to work at Springwood Leisure Centre. You will coach children from 9 months to 15 years, support an award scheme for 230+ children, and help set up and pack away equipment.

The role requires Level 2 gymnastics qualification, teamwork, initiative, and the ability to work under pressure. The position is temporary/ fixed term until March 2028 with possible extension, on-site at the leisure centre, with hourly pay plus holiday

Qualifications

• Qualified to level two in gymnastics or equivalent.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Able to work under pressure and be flexible in approach.

Responsibilities

• Coaching children aged 9 months to 15 years in our Gymnastics programme.
• Progress 230+ children through our award scheme as part of a coaching team.
• Help set up and take down gymnastics sessions at the centre.
• Contribute to achieving the centre's income goals for coaching.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexible working

Resilience

Education

Gymnastics Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job description

Salary: per hour + holiday allowance
Location: Springwood Leisure Centre
Hours: Relief - As required
Contract Type: Temporary / Fixed Term until March 2028 with possible extension
DBS Requirement: Yes
Closing Date: 31st March 2027

The Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and energetic individuals to work at Springwood Leisure Centre as Relief Level Two Gymnastics Coach.
Come and join our thriving team to support our ever improving Leisure Centre

What you’ll be doing

• Coaching children aged 9 months to 15 years our Gymnastics programme
• As part of a team of coaches progress our 230+ children through our award scheme
• Helping the centre set up and take down gymnastics sessions
• Help the centre towards its income goals for Coaching

About you

You must be:

• Customer focused, friendly and approachable
• Able to work as part of a team
• Have the ability to work on your own initiative
• Able to work under pressure
• Flexible in your approach to work
• Qualified to level two in gymnastics or equivalent
• Able to set up and take down various pieces of sports equipment and be physically fit and able

Who We Are

At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

Why join Derby City Council?

At Derby City Council, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference while building a rewarding career in an organisation that values, supports and invests in its people. Alongside the opportunity to help shape the future of Derby, you'll benefit from a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

Financial Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a secure, defined benefit pension with life cover
• Team Derby Rewards – discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme – a salary sacrifice scheme for leasing a brand-new, fully maintained and insured vehicle

Work-Life Balance

• Generous annual leave, starting at 27 days and rising to 32 days after five years' service (plus bank holidays, depending on your contract)
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements for many roles
• Flexible retirement options, where eligible
• Support for colleagues with caring responsibilities

Learning and Development

• Learning and development opportunities, with regular career conversations to support your growth
• Leadership and management development programmes, mentoring and professional qualifications
• Modern workspaces designed to support collaboration, productivity and wellbeing

Health and Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and a year-round wellbeing calendar
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Cycle2Work Scheme and free cycle training

Community and Inclusion

• Up to 15 hours of volunteering leave each year
• Recognition through initiatives including the Here for Derby Awards and Long Service Awards
• The opportunity to join one of our Employee Networks, including LGBTQ+, Disabled Employees and Carers, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Employees, and Neurodiversity

At Derby City Council, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Whatever stage you're at in your career, you'll be joining an inclusive organisation where you'll be supported to develop, feel valued and make a meaningful difference to the communities we serve.

Some benefits are dependent on your role, contract or length of service.