Job Description

Casual Coach

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Our Casual Coach is a key team member for Junior Sport / Sport Systems team, and associated areas of Cardiff Met Sport. They assist with the delivery of the Athletics Junior sports programmes and ensure that the needs of participants are met.

You'll lead the way by:

Assisting the Lead Coaches and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality sport sessions. Supporting our participants in their development across a range of age groups and development levels. Collaborating with the Lead Coach to develop and refine programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you'll bring

You'll use your previous experience of coaching and working within a sport environment, and your understanding of the importance of customer care, to provide an outstanding service to our participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our programmes are both safe and of the highest standard.


Additionally you'll have:

A Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in a relevant sport or activity. Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. Experience working with customers and parents.

Additionally you'll have:

Level 1 Coach Qualification (or above) in athletics. Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. Experience working with customers and parents.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.


We offer excellent benefits such as:

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions. Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page. Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities. Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership. Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.


If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.


If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Gethin Smart on gsmart@cardiffmet.ac.uk.


All applications must be submitted online.


The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Further details:

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Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.


Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.


Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.


All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.


We use the person specification as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.


The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.

Why Work Here?

We invite you to join our collaborative community!


Dating back to 1865, we remain rooted in Wales with a global reach, offering you a world of opportunity. Our education, research and innovation deliver positive impact for equality, social inclusion and environmental sustainability, locally, nationally and internationally.

Are you ready to contribute to something remarkable?

Join us in helping us to progress and deliver real change.

Job Details

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School/Unit

Cardiff Met Sport

Location

Cyncoed Campus

Salary

12.72 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

Post Type

Casual

Hourly Rate

12.72

Closing Date

Sunday 14 September 2025

Reference

2526010-MS