L4 Dance Coach Apprenticeship

Level 4 Dance Coach Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a fantastic way to learn new skills while also earning a salary. And there's no better place to learn how to coach than with an established company who are leaders in the field of physical education. Our 18-month Level 4 Dance Coach Apprenticeship is structured around your individual development needs, so you can be sure you'll receive the best possible training. You'll learn how to coach to the highest standards, working with children and young people of all ages. And because you'll be using your skills in a real-world setting, you'll have the chance to put your new knowledge into practice straight away. So if you're looking for an exciting and challenging career, an apprenticeship with us could be just what you're looking for!

The Company
First Step Physical Education, part of the First Step Sports Group are specialists in the planning, organisation, delivery and assessment of Primary School PE, delivering quality PE and sports offerings, to schools across the Yorkshire region. First Step Physical Education is passionate about delivering high quality physical education, professionalism and achieving our vision of becoming Yorkshire’s largest, most respected Physical Education provider.

The Position
We are seeking a Level 4 Dance Coach Apprentice (30 hours per week) who is eager to develop a long-term career working in the sports and dance coaching industry and is looking to take their current coaching knowledge to the next level. Through training and mentoring, you will advance your skills and experience, learning school curriculum expectations and requirements, gaining the knowledge to teach and coach to exceptional standards. This role requires someone already qualified to level 2 coaching standard, or equivalent Dance qualification, passionate, creative, and ambitious, who is ready to nurture children and young adults to live healthy and active lifestyles.

A Level 2 Coaching Qualification/Equivalent Dance Qualification/L2 Apprenticeship is a minimum requirement for the role

Additional Training provided:

Safeguarding, 

Equality & Diversity, 

Health & Safety, 

First Aid

Responsibilities:

Achieve development aims as dictated by your training schedule

Complete compulsory qualifications 

Complete all lesson paperwork and admin

Deliver fun, engaging, and educational lessons

 Assist with the development and organisation of projects and schemes of work

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

At least 1 years’ experience working in a school environment (desirable)

NVQ Level 2 in activity leadership or PE and School Sport or equivalent Dane Qualification/level 2 Coaching Badge 

Basic written and numeracy skills

IT literate

Self-motivated and committed; wanting to perform to a high standard at work

A proven track record in completing an NVQ qualification (desirable)

Ability to diversify and deliver multi-sports activities

Please note: A Driving License and your own transport are essential for this position

Why you should apply:

Great culture and work environment

Excellent career opportunities

A quality portfolio of qualifications available

Clarification: BTEC level 3 qualifications are not classed as an industry standard qualification for employment. 

First Step Sports Group is an equal opportunity employer.
*All Successful candidates will be required to participate in a full DBS clearance.

The recruitment process will consist of three stages: a telephone interview, a practical assessment, and a face-to-face interview.