Sports Coach Apprenticeship

As an Apprentice PE & Sports Coach, you will work alongside experienced coaches to support PE lessons, lead activity sessions, and assist with extracurricular and weekend sports programmes.

You will help to create a positive, energetic, and inclusive environment where children of all ages and abilities can enjoy being active while developing confidence and skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the planning and delivery of curriculum PE lessons within a school setting. Assist with and lead lunchtime physical activity sessions. Support the delivery of after-school club activities. Assist and lead with holiday club sports and activity programmes. Support a development squad’s training sessions and match fixtures at weekends. Help prepare lesson plans, activities, and equipment before sessions. Assist with behaviour management under the guidance of experienced staff. Support the organisation of school sports events and activities. Encourage participation, teamwork, and enjoyment in all sessions.

Training:

Up to one day per week, you will be based at the SGS Wise Campus in Filton, a state‑of‑the‑art vocational centre for sport and the arts. You will complete the Sports Coach Level 4 Programme, which is ideal for progression from previous sports‑related programmes.



Training Outcome:

On the successful completion of your apprenticeship, we would love to offer you a job!



Employer Description:

Shine is the largest independent provider of wraparound care and school services in the South West region. As an OFSTED registered company, we work with education establishments of all types across Bristol and surrounding authorities. 



Working Hours :
Various hours to be agreed, which will include some weekends and will involve working during half terms to cover holiday clubs.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Willingness to learn,Experience of coaching


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  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE
  • Posted: 20-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk