Lead Sports Coach

2 months ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds City Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Sports Coach to join our team at Leeds City Council. As a Lead Sports Coach, you will be responsible for leading a structured programme for athletes and customers of all ages and abilities, providing a fun, safe, and consistent sport/physical activity programme.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of coaches to deliver training sessions and programmes for athletes and customers.
  • Develop and implement progressive practises to enable athletes and customers to reach their goals and develop world-class technical skills.
  • Prepare athletes and customers for progression to the next level of their relevant LCC training scheme.
  • Maintain a good and positive image of Active Leeds and Leeds City Council to customers and the public by providing a welcoming, helpful, and professional level of service.
  • Encourage the development of sport/physical activity throughout the city by ensuring learners reach their full potential.
  • Manage the coaching programme and delivery for athletes and customers within the relevant LCC training/activity scheme.
  • Attend, support, and be responsible for a group of athletes and customers at required events and competitions.
  • Oversee, lead, and mentor other coaches where required.
  • Support the programme manager in the talent identification process and programme development.
Requirements
  • Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
  • Able to provide explanation and demonstrate appropriate sport/physical activity techniques using a variety of equipment to aid learning.
  • Able to adapt to the needs of individuals and different work situations.
  • Able to deliver an appropriate sport/physical activity programme to children and adults.
  • Able to work flexibly as part of a team.
  • Able to understand and interpret instructions.
  • Able to demonstrate good organisational skills.
  • Able to demonstrate excellent customer care skills.
  • Able to lead in ensuring safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake necessary risk assessments.
  • Able to inspire and motivate participants in sport/physical activity.
  • Able to lead with session planning and implement progressive sport/physical activity sessions.
  • Able to lead with accurately assessing/recording and evaluating participant progress using the appropriate resources provided.
  • Able to provide information and advice to existing and potential customers regarding the sport/physical activity programme.
Desirable Requirements
  • Experience of coaching within a sport/physical activity programme.
  • Experience of working with sports/physical activity environment including coaching sports camps and holiday activities.
  • Experience of administrating tasks associated with a sport/physical activity framework.
What We Offer

We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:

  • A competitive rate of pay.
  • Flexible working patterns to suit you subject to service needs.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • A range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further.
How to Apply

Please complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.


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