Lively, fun, 'sick'... these are some of the words our members use to describe
Inspire.
Working with young people age 7-18 we transform lives, helping them be the best they
can be. Opening in 2018, we're 8 years old. In those 8 years, we haven't stopped learning and we haven't stopped developing. From a global pandemic to the cost of living crisis, we are there for young people when they need us and adapt to their ever-changing needs. At our most basic, we provide somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to. Our 'see it to believe it' facilities give young people access to a range of activities, opens doors to a world of opportunities and provides the perfect space to develop new relationships with both peers and positive role models. Through our doors you'll find; a 3G pitch, gym, health and wellbeing room, teaching kitchen, dance studio, music room and much more.
Inspire isn’t just be a place to go, it's a place to grow. And that's as much about young people as it our staff team.
There's so many perks to joining our staff team!
The Role
To lead and develop a varied sports programme that engages young
people, promotes healthy lifestyles and supports personal development.
The Sports Coordinator will plan and deliver high-quality sports sessions,
manage Inspire's sports facilities, and support young people to achieve
positive outcomes through sport.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver inclusive sports activities for young people aged 7–19 (up to 25 for young people with additional needs)
- Develop a varied sports programme that reflects young people's interests
- Build positive relationships with young people and encourage regular participation
- Support young people's personal development, confidence and wellbeing through sport
- Recruit, train and support young leaders to complete the Sports Leadership Programme
- Manage the Sports Hall, MUGA, Climbing Wall and Gym areas of Inspire, ensuring they are safe, well maintained and fully operational
- Ensure sports equipment is safe, well maintained and ready for use
- Work with local clubs, schools and community partners to increase opportunities for young people
- Work collaboratively with other Youth Zones in the OnSide Network to liaise fixtures/events
- Monitor attendance, outcomes and programme impact
- Promote safeguarding, health and safety, and equality in all activities
- Duty manage Junior and Senior Universal Sessions as required
- Support centre-wide events, holiday programmes and outreach activities as required
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required by management
The Essentials
- Experience delivering sports or physical activity sessions to children and young people
- Experience managing a team
- Relevant sports, coaching or youth work qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to motivate and engage young people from diverse backgrounds
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and school holidays
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
- Full UK driving licence
Pay: £27,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
