Sports Coach Apprentice

We are looking for enthusiastic people with a passion for sport and physical activity. Successful candidates will possess the competencies to inspire and motivate a range of children and young people. The Sports coach role will consist of delivering P.E. & sports sessions in schools and holiday camps.

What you'll do

The role of an Apprentice Sports Coach:

• Assist the delivery of high-quality sports coaching sessions to children and young people
• 6 off the job hours weekly to complete apprenticeship work.
• Develop and inspire young people to live and lead active lifestyles
• Support the process of completing assessments and reports on children and young people's progress
• Develop the knowledge & understanding of what a GOOD session looks like and put this in to practice under the guidance of Senior Activity Professionals

Training

• On completion of the programme, you will achieve a Level 4 Sports Coach qualification
• Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking their end point assessment

After the apprenticeship

• We have an intensive training structure to ensure that our staff are qualified to the highest possible standard
• Our most talented and ambitious professionals can make their way through our bespoke career journey

Skills

• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Things to consider

Working week will consist of hours between Monday to Friday, 7.30am and 5.00pm, and weekends when required. Driving licence essential as there will be travel between various locations.

About the employer

EA Coaching is part of Premier Education Group and has been providing schools, children and parents with innovative programmes and initiatives for over fourteen years. Established in 1999, we provide a wide range of services to schools and communities throughout the UK. The group, consisting of Premier Sport, Premier Performing Arts and The Golden Mile, collectively employs over 800 qualified professionals and last year our activities received over 5 million visits

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Sports coach (level 4), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Higher (level 4)
• Training provider: THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Friday (available working hours 7.30am - 6.00pm).
• Start date: 1 November 2026
• Positions available: 5
• Wage: £12,480 a year
• Other locations: Kettering, NN15 6HY; Northampton, NN1 2JW; Kettering, NN15 6PB; Banbury, OX16 2EG