Athletics Academy Coach - Casual - Withdean Sports Complex

Description

Freedom leisure actively promotes healthy lifestyles, and our community facilities are the perfect place to achieve this.

Are you looking to start a career in coaching? Would you like to work with children? Are you a sports fan and want to inspire a generation of young people to be active?

If you answered yes to any of these then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.

Join our team to coach and develop young athletes! You'll organise ability-based groups, teach core athletic skills, promote fitness and healthy lifestyles, ensure safety, manage session records and support pathways to athletics clubs/talent programs.

Our Coaches have gone on to become Swim Teachers, Gym Instructors, Personal Trainers, Lifeguards and much more! This job is a great way to step into employment in the Leisure, Health and Sport industry.

We have over 100 facilities across England and Wales – many of our staff have built successful careers with us because they love the having a positive impact in their local communities and enjoy the variety that the role provides..

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: Casual hours, as and when required

Requirements

Qualifications & Training (or willingness to obtain):

• First Aid at Work & Defibrillation training (provided if needed)
• England Athletics Assistant Coach qualification (or working towards)
• Valid UKA coaching license

Experience:

• Working with young people (essential)
• Coaching or assisting in athletics competitions (desirable)
• Customer service experience in a leisure/sports environment (desirable)

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for athletics and inspiring young people
• Professional, responsible, and motivated
• Good level of personal health and fitness

Benefits

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

• Flexible working hours
• Training and development provided
• Paid annual leave
• Fun and busy environment
• Discounted Staff Membership
• Potential permanent work opportunities
• Opportunities to build an exciting career
• Rewarding role supporting health & fitness in the community

Closing date: 4th April 2025

Salary: up to £12.51 (Level 1) per hour / up to £18.79 per hour (Level 2)