Athletics Coach

The Details:

• Title: Athletics Coach
• Reporting to: Athletics Lead Coach
• Contract: Work available in theMay half-term and Summer school holidays
  • Tuesday 31st May to Wednesday 1st June
  • Monday 15th August to Thursday 18th August
• Hours: 8.30am – 4.30pm weekdays.
• Pay: £70.00 - £112.00 per day (plus 12.07% holiday pay), based on qualifications and experience.

Summary of Position:

The role of an Athletics Coach is to deliver outstanding, structured athletics sessions to the children attending our academies, usually between the ages of 7 and 14. As well as leading sessions, coaches contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional and social care offered by Ultimate Sports Academies. Our coaches have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, with the focus being on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care.

For a full list of responsibilities and duties, download the Job Description for this Vacancy

Essential Requirements:

• Ideally hold a minimum UK Athletics L1 coaching qualification (or equivalent) or have experience playing to a high level.
• Experience of working with children.
• Able to tailor delivery and structure of a session according to age and ability.
• Have an excellent working knowledge of all aspects of athletics – technical, tactical and physical.
• Good organisation and communication skills. Candidates must be confident in their ability to lead a group of children and not shy away from responsibility.
• Approachable, patient, and above all, passionate about athletics!

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience taking sole charge of a group of children.
• Hold a Paediatric First Aid (12 hour or 6 hour) or First Aid at Work qualification.