Level 2 Sports/Dance Coach Apprentice (Community Activator)

Level 2 Sports/Dance Coach Apprentice (Community Activator) - *This role is suitable for sports or dance coach applicants.

An apprenticeship is a fantastic way to learn new skills while also earning a salary. And there is 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 2 Sports Coach Apprenticeship is structured around your individual development needs, so you can be sure you will receive the best possible training and begin a career in sports coaching.

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

As an Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced coaches learning the skills required to successfully work in the industry and ultimately experience sports and physical activity coaching in various settings and environments, to be able to deliver independently. You will aid and provide support to the team to reach goals and objectives and support the smooth running of the organisation. You will learn how to create and deliver fun, educational, and safe coaching sessions for pupils of differing ages and abilities.

Training provided: Successful candidates will complete:

Level 2 Certificate in Coaching or Level 2 Certificate in Multi-Skills

The company also encourages job related training and in addition to completing the apprenticeship, apprentices will be provided with:

On-the-job training

 Equality & Diversity,

 Health & Safety,

 First Aid

Safeguarding

Prevent Training

*The apprentice may have to undertake other training deemed appropriate

Responsibilities:

Give positive first impressions to customers.

Assist in the delivery of sport, dance & physical activity sessions.

Deliver to FSSG Standards and expectations.

Demonstrate best practice.

Coach the relevant skills, tactics and techniques for numerous sports and physical activities.

Deliver fun, engaging, and educational sessions.

Monitoring and enhancing performance by providing tuition, encouragement, and constructive feedback.

Maintain positive relationships with all prospective and existing clients and customer.

Take responsibility for the health and safety of others and ensure safe use of premises and equipment.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Regular and competent sports participant

Understanding and awareness of sports and physical activities.

Ability to communicate effectively with all participants including children, parents, and schools.

Be decisive, maintain good discipline, inspire confidence, and give encouragement.

Be enthusiastic about physical activity.

GCSE 4+ in Maths and English.

Additional Requirements

Ability to regularly travel within the UK but mainly within the local area.

Full Driving Licence and own vehicle is essential for this position.

*Please note: Candidates selected will need to be available for a telephone interview and subsequently if successful, will also need to be available for a practical interview.

Practical dates:

16th May 2026

20th June 2026

Why you should apply:

Great culture and work environment

Excellent career opportunities

A quality portfolio of qualifications available

First Step Sports Group is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These roles involve regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information.

*All Successful candidates will be required to participate in a full DBS clearance