Sports Coach

Catch22; West Suffolk; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community organization in Haverhill is seeking a Sports Coach to deliver sports-based activities to young people aged 10-19. This role emphasizes raising aspirations and promoting healthier lifestyles through sports. The ideal candidate will have relevant coaching qualifications and experience with young people. Join us to make a difference in the lives of young people during a crucial time.

Qualifications

• Experience of coaching sport to young people.
• Good communicator and organiser.
• Awareness of equal opportunities and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver sports activities to young people.
• Set up equipment for sessions on time.
• Instruct groups with health and safety in mind.

Skills

Coaching young people

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Level 1 coaching certificate or equivalent

Job description

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We are looking for a sports coach to join our Suffolk Positive Futures scheme in Haverhill.

As a sports coach, you will support this project by helping to deliver a programme of sports-based activities to young people aged 10-19. Many of the sessions include football as a main activity. The emphasis is on raising young people's aspirations, self-esteem and personal development while developing healthier lifestyles.

If you have the skills we are looking for, this is a great opportunity to make a difference to young people at a crucial time in their lives.

AsSports Coach, your main duties will be to:

• Contribute towards the planning, preparation and delivery of sports-related coaching and/or casual sports opportunities to young people attending the Positive Futures sessions.
• Arrive in time to assist with setting up any equipment needed to run and start the class on time.
• Work collaboratively with other Positive Futures coaches to ensure that the programme reflects the needs of the group attending.
• Instructing the group with due regard to health and safety considerations and be aware of the projects’ health and safety procedures.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Undertake record keeping and administration.
• Keep all your coaching qualifications in date
• Maintain frequent contact with the Positive Futures Manager and Coordinator
• Participate in internal Catch22 and external training and staff development programmes as required.
• Be fully committed to the active promotion of Catch-22’s equal opportunities and other relevant policies.
• Seek to improve personal performance and contribution.
• Undertake any other relevant duties that may be required from time to time

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Level 1governing body coaching certificate ( Football Association Level 1certificate) or equivalent sports coaching qualification
• Experience of coaching sport to young people
• Experience in supervision of groups of children
• Good communicator and organiser
• An awareness of equal opportunities and equality and diversity
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work under own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Access to your own transport and a full driving licence.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Football coaching qualification
• First Aid Certificate
• Experience of coaching in a crime diversion/social exclusion setting
• Knowledge of good working practices with young people
• Understanding of the needs of socially excluded young people
• Ability to work on own initiative to an agreed action plan