Senior Coach (Gymnastics) - Recreational Programme

Camden Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local government council in London is seeking a Senior Coach (Gymnastics) to lead the recreational gymnastics program at Talacre Sports Centre. This role involves managing operations, planning programs, and ensuring inclusivity and high-quality experiences for all participants. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 British Gymnastics qualification and have extensive coaching experience, with a focus on engagement and accessibility.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant experience in gymnastics coaching.
• Experience managing income-generating sport and leisure services.
• Passion for using gymnastics to inspire and engage children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the gymnastics programme.
• Plan and deliver engaging gymnastics programmes.
• Manage budgets in line with Camden processes.

Skills

Health and safety standards

Safeguarding in sport

Inclusivity in sport

Education

Level 3 British Gymnastics qualification

Job description

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Senior Coach (Gymnastics) - Recreational Programme (Job Ref: 3782)

Starting salary: £38,923
Job Level: Level 3, Zone 1
Work Location: Talacre Sports Centre
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 23:55
Interviews to be held: W/C Monday 20th October
Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion

Anonymised Application - in keeping with Camden's commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.

About us
At Camden, we're building a borough where everyone can thrive. We're not just home to one of the UK's fastest growing economies, we're also a place for some of the most important conversations happening today. We're making radical social change a reality so that nobody gets left behind. Here's where you come in.

We're committed to giving children and young people the very best start in life. That means providing opportunities to be active, healthy and happy. Our sports and leisure programmes, ranging from term-time and holiday courses to drop-in and taster activities, are designed to help young people thrive.

The role
We're looking for a dynamic Senior Coach to lead our recreational gymnastics programme at Talacre Sports Centre. You'll oversee day-to-day operations, plan and deliver engaging programmes, and deputise for the Gymnastics Head Coach when required.

You'll be responsible for ensuring the programme achieves maximum capacity, access, income and customer satisfaction. You'll also develop clear gymnastics pathways into squad and competitive opportunities, support workforce development, and manage budgets in line with Camden processes. Importantly, you'll continue to innovate by introducing new initiatives and ensuring our offer reflects industry developments and community needs.

This is a key role in ensuring the service continues to deliver safe, inclusive, high-quality opportunities for all, while promoting participation and lifelong enjoyment of sport.

About you
You'll hold a Level 3 British Gymnastics qualification (or be working towards this) and have extensive relevant experience. You'll bring strong knowledge of health and safety standards in gymnastics, safeguarding, and inclusivity in sport.

You'll have experience managing income-generating sport and leisure services, be commercially astute, and confident in leading and motivating a staff team. You'll also understand the barriers people face in accessing physical activity, and be able to design services that are open and accessible to all.

Above all, you'll be passionate about using gymnastics to inspire, engage, and empower children and young people.

You'll be based at Talacre Sports Centre, with some requirements to attend competitions, events, and meetings with schools, community organisations and delivery partners. You'll manage up to 6 FTE staff (mostly part-time) and work closely with colleagues across Camden and external partners like British Gymnastics, schools and local clubs.

Working for Camden
We're ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we're supporting our communities, and we'll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we'd love to talk.

At Camden, you'll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer.

Salary range

• £35,000 - £44,999 per year

Inclusion and Diversity
We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.

Asking for Adjustments
Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.