Sports Coach

Join the Action Van Sports Outreach Team!

Are you passionate about sports and inspiring young people to lead active, healthy lives? If so, we want you to be part of our dynamic team at Action Van! We provide exciting and engaging activities to children and young people across Dorset, and we are looking for enthusiastic sports and physical activity leaders to join us.

About Us: We are a dedicated team of sports coaches, leaders, and fitness instructors committed to keeping young people active and enjoying sports. Our mission is to make sports fun and accessible for everyone. We engage with youth groups, day camps and community events through the school holidays, weekends and evenings.

The Role: 

As an Action Van Level 1 Sports Coach, you will travel to groups and events across the county to coach and lead sports and activity sessions. You will work closely with colleagues to deliver these sessions, gaining valuable experience and sharing your own ideas. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in diverse settings, collaborate with a passionate team, and make a real difference in the community.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Help young people develop a love for sports and healthy living.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside experienced professionals and learn from each other.
• Variety: Enjoy working in different environments and with young people with various needs and abilities.
• Professional Development: Participate in annual staff training plus sessions on safeguarding and data protection and gain experience to help you in your career pathway.
• Growth Opportunities: Get involved in other exciting projects managed by Dorset Council.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you are enthusiastic about sports and want to inspire the next generation, we would love to hear from you! Join us at Action Van and be part of a team that is making a positive impact on young lives.

About you

Qualifications:

• One or more Level 1 governing body coaching awards in sport or physical activity
• Safeguarding

Experience:

• Coaching sport or exercise to a range of ages and abilities..
• Working in a team in a coaching or teaching environment.
• Delivering motivation, engaging, progressive and safe coaching sessions.