Lead Sports Coach

Lead Sports Coach

Hours: 36 Hours per week

**Characteristics of a lead coach?**
- A lead coach is the game changer in our clubs. Playing a crucial role that _**inspires**_ _and _**educates**_ _children through planned and targeted activities. A lead coach is _**kind**_, _**upbeat**_ _and has an _**empathetic and compassionate**_ _approach to working with and supporting children. A lead coach leads from the front and is a great role model for children and their support staff. You work well under pressure and in times of crisis, you make sound decisions and have the well being of the children and your support staff at the forefront of your mind. You will be a competent communicator and you will engage with staff and parents on a regular basis. Ensuring that professional boundaries are always adhered to._

**Key responsibilities of your role**
- Plan and deliver activities to your target group_
- Ensure your support staff are aware of the session and the preferred outcomes_
- Ensure all equipment is suitable for the sessions_
- Ensure all children are kept safe_
- Ensure children are having fun and sessions are inclusive_
- Ensure all policies are adhered to and all necessary paperwork is complete_
- Report all incidents to the manager and to complete relevant paperwork_

The successful applicant will be invited to an official on boarding process where by Active8 Minds will pay for additional induction training as well as a complete DBS.
- Active8 Minds acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and it is committed to ensuring a high level of safeguarding practice in line with statutory guidance and legislation._
- **Responsibilities include**_ _(but not limited to):_
- Promote & protect the welfare of children_
- Ensure safe working practice_
- Undertake relevant safeguarding qualifications & training_
- Report & monitor safeguarding concerns_
- Model behaviour which promote a safe culture_
- Adhere to Active8 Minds Safer Recruitment Policy & Safeguarding Policy._

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person