We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic people to join our Team at Musselburgh Sports Centre.
Purpse of Job
To prepare, lead and deliver high quality multi-sport coaching programmes, specifically Hockey and/ or Netball, ensuring safe, inclusive, engaging and developmentally appropriate sessions for participants across Enjoy Leisure facilities.
Main Duties and Accountabilities
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Prepare and lead the delivery of coached activities across multi-sport programmes, acting as the Lead Coach specifically Hockey and/ or Netball.
- Ensure the standard of instruction is delivered at the correct level for all participants to aid inclusivity.
- Maintain consistently high standards of coaching delivery and session quality in line with programme frameworks.
- Design and deliver sessions that develop individual skills, physical literacy and confidence.
- Demonstrate excellent coaching practice in line with Scottish Governing Body and sportscotland guidance.
- Ensure participant safety and wellbeing through effective risk assessment and risk management.
- Brief and support Assistant Coaches on session aims, objectives and delivery, including a de-brief post coached activity.
- Ensure activities remain inclusive, engaging and welcoming.
- Monitor programme quality and report concerns to line management.
- Comply fully with health & safety, safeguarding and centre procedures.
- Act as a positive ambassador for Enjoy Leisure and contribute to a supportive and inclusive coaching culture.
- Undertake such other duties appropriate to the grading of the post as directed by management.
Requirement for the Role
Essential Criteria
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Minimum UKCC Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in Sport, Physical Activity or Coaching
- Relevant Scottish Governing Body coaching qualification or activity leadership award
- Experience delivering Hockey and/or Netball coaching programmes
- Experience working with children and young people
- Knowledge of health & safety and safeguarding requirements
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Ability to lead, motivate and support Assistant Coaches
- PVG membership for Vulnerable Adults and Children is an essential requirement of this post
Desirable Criteria
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First aid qualification
- Experience working with children and young people
- Experience supporting participants with additional support needs
- Knowledge of child development and learning needs
Salary
£19.29 per hour
Working Schedule
Netball – 2x netball 4 day camps w/c 27th July and 3rd August
Hockey – 2x hockey 5 day camps w/c 27th July and 3rd August
Additional delivery will be organised post summer and in line with future holiday camps.
Enjoy Leisure offer free access to Enjoy Leisure gyms and swimming pools. Generous local authority pension scheme. Additional training opportunities across sport and fitness. Employee Assistance Programme. Contributory benefit access to the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) for discounts at many retailers.
