Role Overview
Love Play Active is looking for enthusiastic Apprentice Sports Coaches who are passionate
about working with children, young people, and the local community.
This apprenticeship is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in sports
coaching while gaining real experience delivering sessions in community centres and
primary schools. You will work as part of the Love Play Active team, deliver your own sports
sessions, learn how the business operates, and complete coursework towards your coaching
qualification.
As part of the apprenticeship, each coach will work towards a Level 4 Sports Coaching
qualification, supported through a fully funded course.
Contract Type
Apprenticeship contract with Love Play Active
Working Hours
16 hours per week, made up of:
10 hours delivering sports coaching sessions in community centres and primary schools
4 hours completing admin and business-related tasks
2 hours protected coursework/study time
Main Responsibilities
Sports Coaching Delivery
You will:
Deliver your own sports coaching sessions to children and young people.
Plan and lead fun, safe, and engaging sports activities.
Support sessions in primary schools, community centres, holiday clubs, after-school clubs,
and other Love Play Active programmes.
Create a positive, inclusive, and energetic environment for all participants.
Adapt activities to suit different ages, abilities, and confidence levels.
Promote teamwork, confidence, enjoyment, and physical activity.
Ensure all sessions are delivered safely and professionally.
Represent Love Play Active in a positive and professional way.
Business and Admin Development
You will also spend time learning the business side of sport, including:
Session planning and preparation.
Registers, attendance tracking, and basic admin tasks.
Communication with schools, parents, community partners, and staff where appropriate.
Understanding how bookings, programmes, and sports provision are organised.
Supporting marketing, social media, equipment checks, and session organisation.
Learning how a sports coaching business operates day to day.
Apprenticeship and Coursework
You will receive dedicated time each week to complete your apprenticeship work.
You will:
Complete coursework and training tasks linked to your Level 4 Sports Coaching qualification.
Attend training sessions, reviews, and meetings with the apprenticeship provider.
Apply what you learn from the course into your coaching delivery.
Build your confidence as both a coach and future sports professional.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
Passionate about sport, coaching, and working with children.
Reliable, punctual, and professional.
Confident or willing to become confident delivering sessions.
Positive, enthusiastic, and willing to learn.
Able to communicate well with children, parents, schools, and colleagues.
Organised and able to manage coursework alongside work duties.
Interested in learning both the coaching and business side of sport.
Able to work independently once trained and supported.
Essential Requirements
A strong interest in sports coaching and child development.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Commitment to completing the apprenticeship qualification.
Willingness to complete safeguarding training and follow Love Play Active policies.
Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one.
Desirable but Not Essential
Previous experience coaching or volunteering with children.
A sports qualification or leadership award.
First aid qualification.
Experience playing or coaching multiple sports.
Driving licence or ability to travel between session locations.
What You Will Gain
A £9,000 fully funded Level 4 Sports Coaching course.
Paid work with Love Play Active.
Real coaching experience in schools and community settings.
The opportunity to deliver your own sessions.
Dedicated coursework time during your working week.
Experience in the business side of sport.
Mentoring and support from experienced coaches.
A pathway into a career in sports coaching, education, community sport, or sports business.
About Love Play Active
Love Play Active Multisports delivers fun, inclusive, and high-quality sports sessions for
children and young people across schools and community settings. Our mission is to help
children develop confidence, skills, teamwork, and a lifelong love of being active.