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Community Activator Apprentice with Swimming specialism

Activee Community Education in Sport LTD · Barnsley · posted 1 July 2026

Applications closed 30 July 2026. Similar live vacancies below.

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Community activator coach (level 2)
Starts
1 August 2026
Closing date
30 July 2026
Positions
1

Are you passionate about sport and physical activity and specifically have a love for swimming? Do you love working with children to make a difference and impact on their learning and wellbeing? Can you be a positive role model to inspire and motivate children? Would you relish the opportunity to work alongside a friendly, supportive and hard-working team? If so, our Community Activator Coach apprenticeship opportunity may be perfect for you!

 

Key aspects of the role include:

·       Working directly with pupils across key stages 1 and 2

·       Support the delivery of swimming across National Curriculum PE lessons and swim stages where needed

·       Support extra-curricular activities

·       Undertaking routine maintenance of equipment, water testing and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the pool environment

·       Delivery of a range of interventions to support targeted pupil learning

·       Run/organise sports competitions/events

·       Use of technology to engage pupils with physical activity and sports especially swimming

·       Supporting holiday camp programmes and other extracurricular activities (where necessary)

·       Support other projects and activities relating to participation in sport and physical activity

Your training

Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Standard – masterclass programme:

·       Introduction to the Role & Healthy Lifestyles

·       Communication & Behaviour Management in Coaching

·       Safeguarding, Equity & Inclusion

·       Planning Inclusive & Safe Sessions

·       Health & Safety in Practice

·       Community Engagement & Barriers

·       Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity

·       Partnership Working in the Community

·       Using Digital Tools & Managing Information

·       Role Modelling & Community Rapport

·       Problem Solving & Escalation

·       Reflective Practice & Development

·       AA Portfolio Review & Preparation

Where it leads

We will support you in your personal development by providing you with the underpinning knowledge, skills and experience for the following:

·       Careers within the Sport Coaching/education sector

·       Potential further employment with the organisation

·       Opportunity for further education

·       Opportunity to progress to become a swim teacher

·       Opportunity to become a pool co-ordinator

·       Opportunity to diversify into wider sports coaching roles and potentially progress onto the Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship

About Activee Community Education in Sport LTD

ACES Education is a leading Physical Education provider dedicated to fostering a lifelong love for movement. Our programs empower teachers, enhance PE delivery, and enrich sport and physical activity in schools—ensuring every child thrives.

Our Mission
To transform the future of physical education by inspiring young people through creative, inclusive, and engaging active experiences tailored to their needs.

Our Programs
We offer a progressive, high-quality PE curriculum designed to support schools in achieving maximum impact. Our approach ensures that every child receives meaningful, enjoyable, and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • BTEC Sport (grade Pass) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Bruce Avenue, Barnsley, S70 4EB
  • Hunningley Lane, Barnsley, S70 3DT
  • Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5XB

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