Sports Coaching Apprenticeships

Looking to start a career in sport? Want to help people get happier and healthier, whilst you earn a wage and learn the skills you need for the job at the same time? A Coach Core apprenticeship could be just what you're looking for.

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Becoming a Coach Core apprentice is a chance to simultaneously earn money from working a real job, whilst also getting education that will result in an industry-recognised qualification. It can be the start of a lifetime in coaching, or the first step to any number of different roles in the sport & physical activity sector.

We are a nation-wide charity that places people like you with top-level employers in your region – from Premier league football clubs, dance organisations, youth clubs and everything in between.

Live Opportunities with Coach Core:

s an Axis employee you will be:

– Getting paid to do something you love!
– Assisting and coaching sport and physical activity sessions
– Getting the chance to learn new skills, meet new contacts and open up loads of future opportunities
– Making a positive difference in your community
– Getting a load of training opportunities at the same time!

You will be on a Community Activator Coach apprenticeship, which allows you to get a qualification and get paid to do it! Your qualification will be delivered by Lifetime Training, but you will be part of the Coach Core family – giving you access to loads of extra perks, including kit, training from partners such as UK Coaching and the chance to coach at local/regional sporting events.

This apprenticeship is designed for individuals who wish to have a full-time career in coaching gymnastics.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/3OjV3Aw

Bristol Sport Foundation, a leading provider of school and community sport delivery, aim to help inspire the schools and local communities of Greater Bristol to lead ‘Active. Healthy. Happy’ lives. As a coach in our team, you will be required to support safe, fun, and engaging sessions, to help enthuse, educate, and motivate our audience. We are specifically looking for people who are passionate about sport and the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/3OhO4Z4

This role will involve the design and delivery of sports, fitness, health & wellbeing sessions for pan-disability groups of young people aged 11+ and adults. Initial assessment, tracking & monitoring of progress using a Person-centred approach. Adapting for individual requirements.

Apply for an apprenticeship here: https://bit.ly/3CKWGET

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to work with older people in leisure centres and care settings using inclusive games and physical activities alongside other social activities to help them improve their physical and mental well-being.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/48VrW0a

Sports apprentice who, with support, will deliver in nurseries and schools within Leicester. Office work is also within the job specification, liaising with the finance, operations and quality control directors – never a boring day!

At Super Star Sport, we’re all about fun and energy! Every week, over 10,000 children join us for exciting sports sessions where they get to run, play, and learn new skills. From nurseries to primary schools, and even weekend clubs and birthday parties, we bring smiles and sports together. What makes us special? It’s our passion for making every child feel like a star. Our coaches are not just qualified—they’re bursting with enthusiasm and are true role models. We keep things safe, fun, and affordable, so every child can join in the excitement.

Apply for an apprenticeship here: https://bit.ly/4gVOtxj

All Coach Core apprentices receive:

  • An employment placement
  • A minimum salary of at least National Apprenticeship Wage
  • Nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification
  • Additional training and development opportunities
  • Mentoring and support from experienced, dedicated staff
  • Access to events and opportunities not seen on any other programme
  • A commitment to work with you to find a positive exit route at the end of the programme

Your Qualification

Coach Core currently offer the following apprenticeships:

What to expect

The programme will last 15-18 months. You will be employed and paid for a minimum of 30 hours per week, and that will include your ‘education day’ – a day spent with your tutor and other Coach Core apprentices working towards your qualification.

We are looking for people who are:

  • Available for full-time employment 30 hours a week for 15-18 months
  • Have enthusiasm for teaching others and growing sport in your community

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"You meet new people, gain confidence, have amazing experiences and create your own path! It’s life changing!”

– Former apprentice Kira

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