Volunteer Badminton Coach

Countydurhamvolunteering; North East; On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training offered

Reimbursement for parking charges

Job summary

Countydurhamvolunteering is seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist in coaching badminton for children aged 8 to 18 years. You will work with an existing coaching team at Freemans Quay Leisure Centre in Durham, helping with drills and games to enhance young people's skills in badminton.

Training and support are provided, along with the opportunity to gain coaching qualifications. A friendly demeanor and a passion for the sport are essential. An Enhanced DBS and safeguarding training are required, which the club will assist with.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience not essential; training will be provided.
• Willingness to work with young people and deliver coaching.
• Ability to communicate in a friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist the coaching team in delivering badminton coaching sessions.
• Help educate young players in the sport of badminton.
• Provide feedback on drills and proper positioning.

Skills

Interest in badminton

Ability to work in a team

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Safeguarding training

Job description

Overview

To Assist the existing coaching team to deliver badminton coaching to children between the ages of 8 and 18 years. Helping to deliver badminton programs and drills to educate young people in the sport of Badminton. This could involve feeding shuttles, advising on correct positioning on court, racket and movement as part of an already existing coaching team.

Skills & Qualities

Coaching experience not essential as training will be given, but an interest in the sport would be an advantage. The club is looking for a person who will be able to deliver different aspects of the game in a friendly manner. The position does require an Enhanced DBS and some safeguarding training which the club can help with.

When & Where?

Freemans Quay Leisure Centre, Freemans Place, Durham City, DH1 1SW.

Every Friday Evening from 6pm-9pm. The club does close for the season from the end of July to September each year.

Training and Support Offered / Expenses

Training alongside the other members of the coaching team. The club can also provide a pathway to achieving badminton qualifications as part of the ongoing training.

If travelling by car the club does offer the weekly cost of your parking charges as an expense.

To work with young people within a safe and secure environment. To improve your interpersonal skills, teamwork, and your own badminton technical skills as well as possibly achieving your own coaching qualifications.

Accessibility and Transport Info

Accessible by car. Parking right next door to the Leisure centre in the Walkergate Car park.

Other Information

DBS and Safeguarding qualifications required, which the club can assist with.