Level 4 Sports Coach
Find out more and apply for our Sports Coach Apprenticeship
Find out more and apply for our Sports Coach Apprenticeship
The Sport and Teaching Assistant is a pivotal member of the school’s sports team, supporting the delivery of a wide-ranging and ambitious sports program. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, proactive individual with a passion for sport and a desire to gain hands-on experience in a school environment.
The role of a Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice is a very important one in the life of the school. It is expected that the Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice will be approachable and friendly, but firm in their dealings with children and working always in support of the staff. It is most important that they take care not to become over-familiar with children and know when and where to seek help if they discern a problem with any child.
The Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice should familiarise themselves with the ‘Amesbury Behaviours and Attitude Framework’ document in order to understand what we believe High Performance looks like.
This is a job that demands commitment and an interest in young children and has much to commend it. The scope for individual initiative and specialisation is considerable within the parameters of the School.
To assist with sports and extra-curricular activities. While staff will be assigned to sports teams as coaches, the Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice will be given a lot of authority to take responsibility for sports coaching under the direction of the Director of Sport, commensurate with their ability and training.
To attend induction and in-service training as determined by the Deputy Head (Pastoral)
The Sport and Teaching Assistant is a pivotal member of the school’s sports team, supporting the delivery of a wide-ranging and ambitious sports program.
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, proactive individual with a passion for sport and a desire to gain hands-on experience in a school environment.
Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.
Please send a CV and covering letter to express your interest in this vacancy.
Sports Coaching & Support:
Administration:
Pastoral Care & Supervision:
Events & Activities:
General:
At Amesbury School, we provide ongoing support and training to help you develop as a coach and educator.
Ongoing In-House Support · School-Based Mentoring – Guidance from experienced teachers and sports staff to develop your coaching and teaching skills.
Training – Regular in-house training sessions to improve coaching techniques and classroom management.
Academic & Apprenticeship Support · Apprenticeships & Qualifications – Work towards accredited coaching and teaching qualifications while gaining hands-on experience.
· Access Sport Partnership – Additional workshops and courses to enhance your coaching skills and confidence.
Coach Mentoring from Lions Sports Academy · 1-to-1 Mentorship – Ongoing support and guidance from experienced Lions coaches.
At Amesbury School, we provide ongoing support and training to help you develop as a coach and educator.
Ongoing In-House Support
School-Based Mentoring – Guidance from experienced teachers and sports staff to develop your coaching and teaching skills.
Training – Regular in-house training sessions to improve coaching techniques and classroom management.
Academic & Apprenticeship Support
Apprenticeships & Qualifications – Work towards accredited coaching and teaching qualifications while gaining hands-on experience.
Access Sport Partnership – Additional workshops and courses to enhance your coaching skills and confidence.
Coach Mentoring from Lions Sports Academy
1-to-1 Mentorship – Ongoing support and guidance from experienced Lions coaches.
Sports Coaching & Support:
Assist in planning and delivering sports lessons and training sessions across a variety of disciplines (e.g., rugby, hockey, cricket, netball, athletics).
Provide coaching for school sports teams, including preparing for and attending fixtures and tournaments.
Offer tailored support to students of varying abilities, fostering skill development and enthusiasm.
Administration:
Assist with the organisation of sports fixtures, including communication with other schools, preparing equipment, and maintaining records.
Ensure sports facilities are prepared, safe, and tidy for lessons and events.
Pastoral Care & Supervision:
Supervise students during breaks, lunchtimes, and co-curricular activities (CCAs) · Build positive, supportive relationships with pupils, encouraging their personal and sporting development.
Events & Activities:
Play a key role in sports days, tournaments, and other school events. · Contribute to after-school care where required.
General:
Be a visible and active member of the school community, promoting the values and ethos of Amesbury School.
Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Director of Sport or Senior Leadership Team.
