Sports coaches teach sports skills to individuals and teams of all ages and abilities, from children in primary schools to international athletes. They help people reach their full potential and take part safely in their chosen sport.

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SPORTS COACHING If you love sports and want to help people perform at their highest level, then why not consider becoming a SPORTS COACH?

AS A SPORTS COACH WORKING WITH SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS YOUR ROLE MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Planning fun, engaging coaching activities, sessions and programmes in a safe environment

• Giving feedback on performance and helping improve technique

• Working with young people, schools, community groups and sports organisations to promote sport

WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE INVOLVED IN COMPETITIVE SPORT, YOU WOULD:

• Design basic training programmes

• Work on developing more advanced techniques and tactics

• Develop players into effective teams

• Support performers at events and competitions

• Maintain records of performance

• Give advice on how lifestyle choices can affect performance

WHEN COACHING AT NATIONAL OR INTERNATIONAL LEVEL YOU WOULD:

• Design innovative training programmes

• Monitor the physical condition and mental attitude of the people you coach

• Help your performers do their very best in competitions

• Work with experts in sport including sports scientists, nutritionists, physiotherapists and programme managers

• Mentor other coaches

• Market and promote your coaching services (if self-employed)

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SPORTS COACHING APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAY

WHO IS SCL?SCL is your local apprenticeship training provider. We work with a range of employers, including schools, sports coaching companies, sports academies and community sports trusts, to deliver apprenticeships that are role-specific and industry-relevant.

We can help you find the right employer, the right role and the right apprenticeship to kick-start your career in sports coaching.

SCL also offers apprenticeships in:

To find out more about apprenticeships with SCL visit www.wearescl.co.uk or check out the government’s website for general information about apprenticeships www.getingofar.gov.uk

Apprenticeships are a great way to build your skills, knowledge and practical experience of working in sports coaching as they combine practical, on-the-job training with study.

The Activity Leadership Intermediate Level Apprenticeship will lead you to gain nationally-recognised qualifications in:

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership nutritionists, physiotherapists and programme managers

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Learning in Physical Education and School Sport

Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning

The Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education and School Sport Advanced Level Apprenticeship will lead you to gain nationally-recognised qualifications in:

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport

Level 3 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning

Where apprentices do not already possess the desired Maths & English qualifications, the learner will complete the Functional Skills qualifications.

AS AN APPRENTICE YOU’LL:

work alongside experienced staff

gain job-specific skills

earn a wage and get holiday pay

study towards a related qualification (usually one day a week)

YOU CAN APPLY FOR AN APPRENTICESHIP WHILE YOU’RE STILL AT SCHOOL. TO START ONE, YOU’LL NEED TO BE:

16 or over

living in England

not in full-time education

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To work as a sports coach, you will need to be able to plan and deliver training sessions. You will also need to inspire confidence and motivate your students. You will need determination, patience and a supportive approach towards those you coach.

Enthu sia sm for you r sport

Exce llent communication skills

The a bility to i nspire conf idence a nd motivate pa rticipa nts

The ability to assess a nd solve problems

Determination a nd patience

Good orga nisation skills

A sensitive a nd su pportive a pproa ch

Physica l sta mina

A commitment to sports pa rticipation for a ll

If you have answered ‘yes’ to most or all of these, then a role as a sports coach could be for you. To find out more about these apprenticeships or to register your interest, visit www.wearescl.co.uk

To find out more about a career in sports coaching visit ww.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

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