Sports Development Apprentice (Taunton College)

Sports Commercial & Operations:

Take a proactive lead with leisure staff, apprentices, and volunteers alongside the Sports Development Manager to ensure effective facility operations Oversee the opening/closing of gyms and leisure facilities, ensuring smooth handovers and accessibility Manage day-to-day operations of the Sports Centre/Fitness Zone, delegating cleaning, maintenance, and customer service tasks Lead on sustaining and growing commercial customers and maximise income through business plans and bookings outside core hours Monitor payment processes (card, invoice, cash) and report financial data Oversee equipment maintenance, risk assessments, and records in line with College policies Manage external servicing/maintenance relationships Lead the organisation of half-term activity camps, ensuring high-quality delivery Carry out additional operational/strategic duties as directed

Coaching & Sports Development:

Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality sessions supporting the College’s health and wellbeing agenda Support delivery of Team UCS CG Sport (Basketball, Netball, Trampolining etc) Coordinate school programmes and create new projects aligned with community needs and strategy Contribute to the College Group’s sport and physical activity vision Mentor student volunteers, activators, and apprentices Oversee health, fitness, and recreational sessions while retaining some direct delivery Promote innovation and continuous learning in student sport and education Liaise with academic staff to support learner achievement Lead or support the organisation of major sporting events, development days, charity events, and fundraising Deliver Team UCS Development Days/Pathways to drive recruitment and progression for FE and HE Sport Support College partnership clubs and maintain external links Represent the College in regional/national networks (AoC Sport, SASP, ECFA) to raise profile Work with schools across the South-West to identify talented performers and strengthen pathways into UCS College Group

Contribution to Department & Area Team:

Play an active role in team meetings, departmental reporting, and planning, including Self-Assessment, Operating Plans, Ofsted readiness, and Sport Strategy Contribute to marketing and recruitment (open evenings, school visits, tasters, publications)

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Undertake CPD, maintain a Professional Development Portfolio, and evidence impact on practice Engage in performance management, supporting personal and team development

Other Responsibilities:

Support staff recruitment and mentoring of new staff/apprentices. Work with employers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality curriculum and enrichment Contribute to the College’s strategic and operating plans Ensure safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health & safety policies are embedded Undertake additional duties as required by the Sports Development Manager or leadership

Training:
Sports Coach Level 4 (Higher national certificate) Apprenticeship Standard

Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to progress into full-time employment with us

Employer Description:
We envision a future where every learner, regardless of their starting point, has access to world-class education and training that opens doors to meaningful careers and fulfilling lives. Through our collective strength and individual expertise, we will drive economic growth, foster innovation, and create lasting positive impact across Somerset and beyond.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 7.00am to 3.30pm, Friday, 7.00am to 3.00pm. This role requires flexibility, with early mornings, late finishes, and occasional weekend duties to support sporting activities as needed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Physical fitness,Flexibility