Job Description

About the Role
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated coaches to lead our Mini Champs Athletics Programme, designed for children aged 5-8 years. This long-standing programme has been running since 2013 and serves as a vital pathway into Junior Jets (8+) and ultimately Wakefield Harriers Athletics Club. With weekly sessions attracting around 10 participants, Mini Champs plays a key role in developing young talent and promoting physical activity in our community.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality athletics coaching sessions for children aged 5-8.
• Ensure sessions are structured, safe, and enjoyable, following national guidelines.
• Supervise activities to maintain safety and prevent misuse of facilities or equipment.
• Assemble and dismantle equipment safely before and after sessions.
• Complete administrative tasks such as registers and performance records.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage progression into Junior Jets and Wakefield Harriers.

Essential Requirements

• Leading Athletics qualification (or willingness to obtain - training provided).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Ability to motivate and engage young children in sport.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physically capable of demonstrating athletics activities.

Job title Sports Coach - Athletics Job reference 244605 Date posted 29/12/2025 Application closing date 04/01/2026 Location Thornes Park Athletic Stadium, Horbury Road, Wakefield, WF2 8TY Salary 16.62 - 17.85 Per hour, Grade 7, Casual Package Blank Contractual hours 0 Basis Ad-hoc Job category/type Casual/ Relief Attachments Job description
About the Role
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated coaches to lead our Mini Champs Athletics Programme, designed for children aged 5-8 years. This long-standing programme has been running since 2013 and serves as a vital pathway into Junior Jets (8+) and ultimately Wakefield Harriers Athletics Club. With weekly sessions attracting around 10 participants, Mini Champs plays a key role in developing young talent and promoting physical activity in our community.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality athletics coaching sessions for children aged 5-8.
• Ensure sessions are structured, safe, and enjoyable, following national guidelines.
• Supervise activities to maintain safety and prevent misuse of facilities or equipment.
• Assemble and dismantle equipment safely before and after sessions.
• Complete administrative tasks such as registers and performance records.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage progression into Junior Jets and Wakefield Harriers.

Essential Requirements

• Leading Athletics qualification (or willingness to obtain - training provided).

Skills Required