Job title: Lead Gymnastics Coach Casual
Salary: £29,777 - £31,364 pro rata
Hours: Various
Contract: Casual
Location: Various Leeds Leisure Centres
We aim to recruit enthusiastic and motivated people for all aspects of our business. As one of our strongest assets we focus our attention on the people we employ, by providing training and continual development.
Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.
About you
As a Lead Gymnastics Coach you will bring to the role:
- experience
- energy
- child friendly approach
- team work
- initiative
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate people who love gymnastics and teaching children. We are seeking a qualified coach in either women’s artistic or general gymnastics who is committed to delivering a high standard of service in accordance with professional codes of conduct and safeguarding, equality & diversity, and Health & safety policy.
What we offer you
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:
- a competitive salary and holiday pay
- membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
- continued professional development opportunities
- a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further
How to apply
Apply for this job online. Please complete the online application form and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words.
Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application.
If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact emily.shield@leeds.gov.uk
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s barred list will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. Leeds City Council is ranked 70 on the Stonewall Equality Index 2024. We are also an Age friendly employer, a Mindful employer and a Disability Confident leader.
All new Leeds City Council appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Job Description
Job Purpose
To lead a structured programme for the athletes and customers level of ability within their relevant training scheme or class to support the long-term athlete development model.
Coach progressive practises that will enable the athletes and customers to reach their goals and where appropriate develop world class technical skills.
Prepare athletes and customers for their progression to reaching their goals and/or through to the next level of their relevant LCC training scheme.
To provide a fun, safe and consistent sport/physical activity programme for all ages and abilities.
Maintain a good and positive image of Active Leeds and Leeds City Council to customers and the public by providing a welcoming, helpful and professional level of service.
To encourage the development of sport/physical activity throughout the city, by ensuring learners reach their full potential.
To manage the coaching programme and the delivery for athletes and customers within the relevant LCC training/activity scheme.
To attend, support and be responsible for a group of athletes and customers at required events and competitions.
To oversee, lead and mentor other coaches where required.
When required support the programme manager in the talent identification process and programme development.
Responsibilities for Grade
- To instruct and lead individuals or groups in a sport/physical activity programme.
- To use approved coaching practises to support the athletes in their development to achieve their full potential.
- To be able to work across different levels of the programme when required.
- To be a positive role model, creating a fun and safe environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in sport/physical activity under their care.
- To promote and support all Leeds City Council sport/physical activity programmes.
- To ensure the safety and control of the learners within the sport/physical activity lesson and to ensure that all relevant regulations applicable to the venues operation and activity are adhered to.
- To undertake administrative tasks in connection with the programmes of work i.e. session plans, class registers, monitoring and evaluation, parent / guardian feedback/.customer, and recording information/records by which means required as part of the programme.
- To ensure promotion and support of Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.
- To ensure the safe use and storage of any equipment required during and after a session.
- To comply with the commitments outlined in the Active Leeds service Values, focusing on individual needs and ensuring standards are maintained.
- To attend training, meetings, assessments and forums to continually develop good practice and meet Active Leeds and Leeds City Council codes of conduct. Furthermore, continue professional development to keep up to date with qualification requirements.
- To ensure good communication with Leisure Centre managers, the Business and Development teams when required.
- To work with key officials when required, this may include attending or running camps, programmes and or competitions.
- To carry out and promote the above duties in compliance with LCC policies including equal opportunities, safeguarding and health and safety.
- To undertake any other duties, as directed by the line manager which may be reasonably required of you, commensurate with your grade and level of responsibility.
- Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
- Participate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills.
- Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice.
- Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested.
- Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the values, standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council.
- Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
- The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters.
The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post.
Qualifications Level 2 or higher in Women’s Artistic or General Gymnastics.
Essential Requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements.
- Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
- Able to provide explanation and demonstrate appropriate sport/physical activity techniques using a variety of equipment to aid learning.
- Able to adapt to the needs of individuals and different work situations.
- Able to deliver an appropriate sport/physical activity programme to children and adults.
- Able to work flexibly as part of a team.
- Able to understand and interpret instructions.
- Able to demonstrate good organisational skills.
- Able to demonstrate excellent customer care skills.
- Able to lead in ensuring safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake necessary risk assessments.
- Able to inspire and motivate participants in sport/physical activity.
- Able to lead with session planning and implement progressive sport/physical activity sessions.
- Able to lead with accurately assessing/recording and evaluating participant progress using the appropriate resources provided.
- Able to provide information and advice to existing and potential customers regarding the sport/physical activity programme.
- Hold an appropriate Level 2 or higher appropriate Gymnastics qualification.
- Knowledge of gymnastics award scheme and pathways.
- Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Health and Safety guidelines.
- Relevant knowledge of Child Protection and welfare guidance.
- Experience of coaching sport/physical activity to children and adults, through all stages of the framework, whether in groups or individuals.
- Experience of working within a structured competitive or council programme.
- Experience of using IT applications.
- Experience of administrating tasks associated with a sport/physical activity framework.
Essential Behavioural & other Characteristics
- Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
- Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon
- Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
- Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
- Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
- Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
- Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
- Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
- Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
- The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.
Desirable Requirements It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between candidates.
- Able to train and mentor other sport coaches.
- Able to safety check and adjust A-bar, beam and trampette apparatus.
- Experience of working or volunteering in holiday camps, school groups, or with young children.
- Experience of leisure centre work.
- Experience of working with children with SEN and neurodiversity.
- Knowledge of sport/physical activity framework and pathways.
- Knowledge of industry best practice for appropriate activity.
