Community Sports Coach

Job Introduction

30 hours per week

Fixed term Contract until 29/02/2028

Play a key role in helping more people become active by delivering high quality sport and physical activity opportunities across Northumberland's PlayZones and community venues.

You'll plan and lead engaging sessions, build positive relationships with local organisations, schools and communities, and inspire people of all ages and abilities to take part in sport. Working as part of a small, ambitious Sports Development Team, you'll help create welcoming, inclusive opportunities that leave a lasting impact in local communities.

This role is based across community venues in Ashington, Newbiggin, Choppington, Bedlington, Blyth and Cramlington with a mixture of daytime, evening and weekend working.

For more information on this role please contact Jake Preece -

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

• Level 2 National Governing Body coaching qualification (or equivalent recognised sports coaching qualification).
• Full UK driving licence with access to transport to travel across venues.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Valid First Aid qualification and an up to date safeguarding qualification (or willingness to obtain before commencing the role).
• Enthusiastic, organised and confident communicator with experience of delivering inclusive sport and physical activity sessions.

Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is 'Land of Great Opportunities', for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.

For further information about working for NCC, please visit our website here.

Why choose us?

We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)