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Sports Coach Apprenticeship

Activate Management Limited · Northampton · posted 23 October 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 5 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Community activator coach (level 2)
Starts
23 November 2026
Closing date
6 November 2026
Positions
2

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

  • Deliver before school, lunchtime and after school basketball sessions
  • Follow structured session plans designed for primary aged children
  • Create a fun, positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Build strong relationships with pupils, school staff and parents
  • Support tournaments and holiday camps throughout the year
  • Represent Hotshots’ values of professionalism, enthusiasm and child‑centered coaching
  • Day to day administration

All Hotshots staff need to be fun, organised, diligent and put safeguarding as their top priority. The role involves engagement with other coaches, schools, children and parents, so a confident and clear communicator is essential.

Where it leads

  • This apprenticeship may lead to a future permanent position
  • Potential opportunities to progress into Lead Coach or management roles

About Activate Management Limited

Hotshots Basketball part of Activate Management is the leading primary school basketball programme in Northamptonshire, delivering fun and engaging sessions to KS1 and KS2 pupils across more than 130 schools. With over 4,000 children, we’re continuing to expand our coaching team.

Things to consider

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential
  • Willingness to travel between school locations
  • Able to work flexibly 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessConfidentWorking with children

Where you'll work

  • The Guildhall, St. Giles Square, Northampton, NN1 1DE
  • Kings Park Road, Moulton Park Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN3 6NW

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