S4A Sports Coaching Apprentice

S4A Group; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to training opportunities

Provided uniform

Flexible working hours

Pathway to full-time roles

Job summary

A leading sports coaching organization in Buckingham is seeking a Sports Coaching Apprentice to assist in delivering fun PE lessons in primary schools. The role involves providing support to Lead Coaches, managing equipment, and engaging with children during activities. This apprenticeship offers a clear progression pathway to a Lead Coach role, access to training opportunities, and a flexible working environment. Ideal for motivated individuals who want to develop a career in sports coaching.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Ability to engage and support children in sports activities.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Coaches to deliver PE lessons.
• Assist with lunchtime clubs and after-school activities.
• Help set up and pack away equipment.
• Support children's behaviour and engagement.
• Learn how to adapt activities for different age groups.
• Assist with basic administrative tasks.
• Participate in training and apprenticeship coursework.

Job description

Job Vacancy

S4A Sports Coaching Apprentice (Pathway to Lead Coach)

Sports Coaching Apprentice (Pathway to Lead Coach) – Salary: £13,000–£17,000 per year – Location: Bicester, Buckingham & Brackley – Hours: 12:00pm–6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

S4A Group Ltd is a leading provider of PE education and Wraparound Care. We are looking for a Sports Coaching Apprentice to join our team and build the skills and experience needed to progress into a full‑time Lead Coach role.

This role will require you to travel around local schools in the Buckingham area and surrounding villages.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Lead Coaches to deliver fun, structured PE lessons in primary schools.
• Assisting with lunchtime clubs, after‑school activities and holiday camps.
• Helping to set up, check, and pack away equipment to ensure sessions run smoothly and safely.
• Supporting positive behaviour and engagement, helping children stay involved and enjoy sessions.
• Learning how to adapt activities to suit different ages and ability levels.
• Assisting with basic admin such as registers and session information, where required.
• Taking part in training, shadowing experienced coaches, and completing apprenticeship coursework.

Progression Pathway

This apprenticeship is designed to support you in developing the skills, confidence, and experience needed to progress into a Lead Coach role within S4A, subject to performance and vacancies.

Benefits

• Access to training opportunities and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Provided uniform.
• Flexibility in your role and a job to work around you.
• A company with a strong track record of developing apprentices into full‑time team members.

How to Apply

We’d love to talk to you about this role. Please email us at [e-mail] or call us at 01280 460560 and we’ll be happy to discuss it in more detail.

Please visit s4aclub.co.uk/work-for-us/ to learn why S4A could be your next career move.

Job Types: Full‑time, Apprenticeship. Apply by emailing us at [e-mail].