Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to inspire and empower young people aged 11-18 years old through sport and youth work.

You will play an important role in the implementation of Active Communities Network's (ACN) delivery strategy. The central focus of the role includes coaching and developing a variety of sports in schools, community settings and sports clubs. The individual will also play an important role by supporting the lead youth workers with programme delivery across a number of projects. The projects work with children, young people, and young adults across Belfast City Council Area.

The successful applicant will have key responsibilities around programme development and face to face delivery with children, young people and young adults whilst ensuring they are engaged in sessions that are developmental, innovative, and meaningful. The individual will be an instrumental addition to the team who supports the on the ground delivery ensuring the best experience for all users.

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Coaching & Development: Delivering high-quality coaching across a variety of sports in schools, community settings, and sports clubs.

Youth Engagement: Actively recruiting young people to participate in dynamic sports and leadership programs.

Partnerships & Collaboration: Working closely with youth organisations, schools, and sports clubs to create meaningful opportunities for young people.

Leadership & Growth: Delivering leadership programs that use sport as a tool to build confidence, teamwork, and essential life skills.

Multi-Sport Experience: Bringing experience in coaching a variety of sports to engage and develop young athletes with different interests and abilities.

Ensure the maintenance of internal electronic and hard copy information systems that record relevant client outcomes and support the requirements of funders and partners.

Ensure compliance with ACN policies in relation to safe-guarding, health and safety, equal opportunities, and working with volunteers and young people.

Carry out all administrative tasks relating to delivery including provision of paperwork, monitoring, and filing debriefs, reviewing and authorising timesheets, ensuring the ACN System is updated consistently and in a timely manner.

To work with partners to identify and promote volunteering and development opportunities for participants and external volunteers and record progress of these developments. A culture of volunteering and project support should be encouraged with all participants.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Work flexibly where appropriate on evenings, weekends and during school holidays to ensure full and supportive delivery of the programme.

Undertake training in order to develop work related skills and knowledge.

Undertake any other related responsibilities commensurate with the evolving objectives of the post and the evolution of the organisation.

Work with due regard for ACN core values and objectives.

Ensure the effective implementation of, and adherence to ACN's Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies and procedures.

For more information on the role and to apply: visit https://www.activecommunities.org.uk/vacancy/sport-coach-belfast/ and complete an application form

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Work Location: In person