Job Description

Do you want to join an exciting, innovative company as an apprentice, striving to make a real difference, through the power of physical activity? Do you have a passion for sport & swimming? Looking for an apprenticeship in Sports Coaching & Swimming?

If you answered yes, we would love to hear from you

At ActiveMe 360 we passionately believe that leading an active and healthy lifestyle can support and improve people's physical, mental and social wellbeing.

As a proud 'Social Enterprise' we do things differently. We exist to add social value by ensuring the profits we make are reinvested back into local communities and support our team in achieving our mission - 'To change lives by improving health and wellbeing using the power of physical activity, sport and education.

We are proud of the culture we have built that makes ActiveMe 360 a great place to work and we're seeking School Sport Apprentices who shares our ACTIVE values as we continue to create a positive, fun work environment.

You will be enrolled onto the Level 2 Community Activator Apprenticeship qualification with a focus on a

swimming specialism

. As an individual you'll relish the opportunity to work within our partner schools and communities, supporting in the delivery of our

Swim Ed programme

across various schools within Southampton and surrounding areas.

Fully supported by our tutor team, you 'll be given opportunities to learn appropriate teaching strategies and techniques which will give you the best possible start within the sports coaching sector alongside the all important practical experience of delivering high quality swimming sessions. The apprenticeship will be a mix of both theory related study and practical delivery. Working alongside our experienced educators, you will have a first-hand experience in how to plan, deliver and review swimming sessions in a school environment. There will be several additional workshops and qualifications for you to attend to develop your knowledge of the sector further as you progress through the course.

As an ActiveMe 360 Sports Coach Apprentice you will be contracted for 37.5 hours per week

If this sounds like a career path you would like to take, then we'd love you to apply. Please send us a copy of your CV and covering letter to hello@activeme360.com

Qualifications you will gain through this qualification:

Level 2 Community Activator Apprenticeship.

NPLQ lifeguards' qualification (or equivalent)

Level 2 STA swim teacher qualification (or equivalent)

Pre-requisites required:

Jump / dive into deep water Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water Tread water for 30 seconds Surface dive to the floor of the pool Climb out unaided without ladder/steps and where the pool design permits.
Key Responsibilities:

Support with the planning and delivery of Swim Ed sessions Commitment to complete NPLQ and swim teacher training alongside the apprenticeship Supporting the take down and set up of the pool during pool moves Support the company in achieving its goals
If you have any questions before application about the role or process, please do not hesitate to contact us via e-mail hello@activeme360.comor give us a call on 02382 511844.

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills IT Skills Attention to detail Organisational skills Team working Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) desirable GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) desirable
Benefits:

Company events On-site parking Referral programme Wellness programme
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Evening and weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Application question(s):

Are you willing to work evenings and weekends on a rota basis, as directed by the needs of the business?
Are you passionate about changing lives using the power of PE and sport?

Licence/Certification:

DBS certificate (or willing to undertake application) (required) Driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred but not essential)
Job Type: Full-time

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Experience:

Swimming: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 56.63 per day

Benefits:

Company events Free parking On-site parking
Experience:

Swimming: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person