Gymnastics Coach Apprentice

Develop and update own coaching philosophy and strategies through professional practice, continuous development and self-review Develop and implement evidence-based, progressive coaching systems that comply with all relevant and current legislation, statutory guidance, sector standards and codes Use up-to-date knowledge of wider issues affecting the coaching environment to proactively influence best practice across the coaching team Utilise and collaborate with industry-wide support networks and internal team members to ensure the most effective coaching services are delivered to participants Use appropriate enquiry and profiling techniques to create a learning and development curriculum that considers participants unique needs, targets and/or goals, whilst building trust Provide support to participants and the wider coaching team through progressive coaching programmes at events or competitions Promote holistic well-being within coaching practice to control/contain stressors experienced by participants in the coaching environment Facilitate learning and skill acquisition of participants by creating positive coaching environments that apply learning theories, behaviour management techniques, technological advancements and wider support mechanisms Measure the impact of coaching strategies on participants sustainable engagement and development and evaluate effectiveness of own performance on the wider coaching team, organisation and sport Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national trends, strategies for social change, local participation and performance data and contemporary influences Deliver appropriate coaching pedagogies and processes that consider the community sport and physical activity context, culture, constraints, geographical infrastructure and demographics Profile engagement and development needs to set and monitor goals based on participant motives and measurement of psychological, physiological, social, emotional attributes and sport-specific skills Ensure the design and delivery of high-quality, inclusive coaching sessions that meet the objectives of community/government/club initiatives whilst aiming to engage and enrich participants

Training:

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Sports Coach L4 apprentiecship standard. On completion the apprentice will receive Sports Coach L4 qualification. 

Training Outcome:

After this apprenticeship, you may have a preferred discipline. You will progress through the coaching qualifications this discipline offers before gaining a wider range of knowledge undertaking coaching courses in other disciplines.

Employer Description:
New Horizon Gymnastics has many core values. Some of these include putting staff and gymnasts wellbeing first, always providing a safe, fun and welcoming environment for everyone, providing challenging and rewarding opportunities, in addition to, building strong relationships with all club members. We cater for a range of abilities and ages. These range from a recreational level up to a national competitive standard and from pre-schoolers all the way up to adults.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday (Thursdays based in Gillingham, Dorset) . Core Hours 11am – 8pm (will be working 6 hours per day).

Skills:
Communication skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Patience,Physical fitness