Sports Coach Level 4 Apprenticeship
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate to high value characterized by strong development opportunities within sports coaching and a supportive environment but contingent on successful completion of qualifications.
- Salary range starting from £11,700 to £15,500 based on qualifications
- Hands-on coaching experience in schools and camps
- Full training and recognized qualifications provided
- Flexibility required in working hours and travel
Pros
- Comprehensive apprenticeship program with recognized qualifications
- Strong support and mentorship from experienced coaches
- Involvement in a growing sports coaching company
Cons
- Limited to candidates able to demonstrate driving capabilities
- Work may require flexible hours that include evenings or weekends
- Dependence on completing prerequisite qualifications for progression
Who it's for
Entry to mid-career • Full-time or part-time, in-person
Good fit
- Aspiring coaches eager to develop their skills
- Individuals who enjoy working with children and sports
- Candidates who want to gain formal coaching qualifications
Not recommended for
- Those seeking purely administrative or office roles
- Candidates unwilling to work flexible hours or travel
- Individuals not interested in youth sports coaching
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Elite Youth Sports are one of Oxfordshires largest sports coaching companies and we're expanding! If you want to start a career in Sports Coaching or to further your knowledge and skills in a supportive thriving company, then look no further....
Apply for the opportunity to successfully complete the 1st4Sport Level 2 in Coaching PLUS the Level 4 Sport Coach apprenticeship qualification. Not only will you gain a recognised qualification you'll also get valuable hands on experience working in a school and holiday camp environment.
Successful candidates will be employed by Elite Youth Sports as an apprentice and will be mentored through the programme by experienced and qualified Sports Professionals.
Level 2 in Coaching is a necessity to completed by Autumn 2025. If you've already completed a Level 2 in Sports Coaching you'll start on the Level 4 straight away.
Overview of the qualification;
Level 4 Sports Coach qualification is designed to provide a vocational pathway into the provision of Children’s Physical Activity and School Sport delivery and development, best suited for those who enjoy learning whilst doing.
Those who complete this Apprenticeship will be suitably qualified with the knowledge, understanding and competency to deliver, plan, organise and assess the learning of children in a range of environments including the community and schools.
The 1st4sport Level 4 Sports Coach qualification prepares you for employment in a school sport setting and provides opportunities for you to work as a PE and School Sport Professional.
At the end of your successful completion, there are opportunities to be employed as a sports coach within Elite Youth Sports or move on to other external roles that could include Senior Children’s Activity Professional, a School Sports Coach or a School Sports Leader, a School Sport Volunteer.
Study Duration 12 -18 Months | Qualification Fee - Fully Funded
What we offer;
- Competitive Salary
- 20 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
- Full Nike Uniform
- Professional development and support
- Regular safeguarding and first aid training
- Internal opportunities for promotion
- Company pension
- Private Healthcare
- Employee discounts
- Incentivised Retention Bonus Scheme
To apply you must;
- Be at least 17 years of age to attend the programme of training
- Be able to communicate effectively in English (including listening, speaking, writing and reading)
- Have GCSE grades 4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English
- The successful applicant will be asked to complete an enhanced DBS check and safeguard training.
- Driving licence required or moped (public transport is not available in some of our operational areas)
- Be willing to complete the Level 2 in Coaching qualification by Autumn 2025 if not already Level 2 Qualified.
Working Hours are from 30- 37.5 hours per week depending on the candidate. Apprentices will be based in the office one day a week with the remaining hours at Oxfordshire primary schools developing hands on experience.
Salary for non level 2 holders starting from £11,700 and Level 2 Qualified coaches start from £15,500.
Please do not apply for the role if you do not live within sensible travelling distance of Didcot.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £11,700.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have a driving licence?
- What level Sports Coaching Qualification do you currently hold?
Work Location: In person
