Sports Coach Apprentice

Join AAAsports as a Sports Coach Apprentice and gain hands-on experience across coaching, customer service, administration, events and facility operations. You will support classes, members and the wider team while completing a Level 2 Community Activator Coach apprenticeship with training and mentoring.

What you will do

As an Apprentice Sports Coach, you will play an important role in creating a fun, safe and welcoming environment for members and their families. You will support the delivery of classes, camps, competitions and events, while learning the skills and knowledge needed to become a confident and capable coach.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare activity areas and safely set up equipment before classes.
• Welcome members, parents and carers, providing friendly and professional customer service.
• Assist with registrations, attendance checks and maintaining class registers.
• Support qualified coaches with warm-ups, activity delivery, demonstrations and cool-downs.
• Encourage and motivate members, providing positive feedback and helping them work towards their individual goals.
• Record member progress accurately using the AAAsports Skill Tracker.
• Ensure members are collected safely at the end of their classes.
• Respond to enquiries and assist with bookings, telephone calls, emails and general administration.
• Support the planning and delivery of camps, competitions, courses, parties and other AAAsports events.
• Carry out equipment checks and report any damage, hazards or safety concerns.
• Help maintain clean, safe and welcoming facilities, including activity areas, reception spaces and equipment.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will receive structured training and mentoring, giving you the opportunity to build your confidence and develop the skills required to lead activities under appropriate supervision. You will also attend team meetings, training sessions and apprenticeship learning activities as part of your professional development.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about sport, enjoys working with children and young people, and is eager to learn, develop and contribute as part of a supportive and energetic team.

After the apprenticeship

Successful apprentices may be offered a permanent position with AAAsports, subject to performance, available roles and business needs. Progression opportunities may include sport-specific coaching qualifications, increased Class responsibilities, senior or lead Coach roles, facility and event responsibilities, or further study such as a Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4/C or above or equivalent)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4/C or above or equivalent)

Things to consider

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and right-to-work checks. Applicants must be willing to work evenings and weekends, undertake cleaning and equipment duties, participate in physical activities and travel to other AAAsports venues in Sunderland when required.

About the employer

AAAsports was established following the growth of AAA Trampoline Club, founded in 2007. We now provide Gymnastics, Trampoline, DMT, Cheerleading, Freestyle and Pre-School Classes for Members of all ages and abilities. Our main centre is based in Southwick, Sunderland, with additional Classes delivered at other venues across the local area. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment where Members can develop confidence, skills and a lifelong love of sport. Our Team includes experienced Coaches, apprentices and support staff who work together across coaching, Member services, events, administration and facility operations. We place a strong focus on training and development, helping Team Members build their skills, gain qualifications and progress within the organisation.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Community activator coach (level 2), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
• Expected duration: 2 Years 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Full-time, working five days per week on a rota between Monday and Sunday. Shifts include daytime duties, evening classes and regular weekend work.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 4
• Wage: £12,480 a year