Business admin apprenticeship

Assist in sourcing and recruiting qualified and trainee sports coaches. Coordinate interview scheduling, onboarding meetings, and compliance checks. Manage digital recruitment records (including DBS information and safeguarding files). Support the COO to match and assign coaches to available roles using CRM and rota systems. Track recruitment pipelines and weekly reports using business tools (e.g., CRM, recruitment platforms). Help maintain and communicate coach rotas, placements, and availability. Coordinate and support logistics for CPD events, training days, and induction sessions. Support the administration of the “Refer a Friend” programme. Liaise with universities and colleges to build recruitment partnerships. Contribute to newsletters and coach communications in collaboration with the Marketing team.

Training:

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required

Hybrid – Basepoint Business Centre, Camberley + Home-based + Travel to School/Club Sites

Training Outcome:

By completing your Business Administration apprenticeship, you will gain:

A nationally recognised qualification in Business Administration (level depends on your apprenticeship standard). Practical workplace experience and a strong understanding of office processes, systems, and administrative best practices. Transferable skills such as organisation, communication, problem-solving, and time management. Improved IT proficiency, including use of common office software and digital tools. Industry knowledge relevant to your sector, preparing you for progression into higher-level roles or further study. A professional network built through workplace interactions and mentoring.

Employer Description:
Lions Sports Academy is passionate about inspiring children and young adults to realise their potential through sport and physical activity. We believe every child should have the opportunity to experience the many benefits which come from regular participation in sport. We pride ourselves on listening to our customers needs to find out what is important so that we can provide the best opportunities to help them reach their goals. It doesn’t matter if they want to play sports at their club or school, or simply be fit and active, we work with them to support their goals. Once we have understood their needs, we work to find the best solution for them. We do this by utilising our Coaches Network, where all coaches go through a robust 3 step process of recruitment to make sure we provide the highest quality coaching through great role models and inspirational leaders. Our programmes allow us to effectively work with schools, sports clubs, parents and players to build confidence through sport and physical activity. We aim to support everyone within our network to improve not only as players or coaches but to constantly improve and become better people.

Working Hours :
Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm. ( Occasional evening/weekend work may be required.)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working