Assistant Coach

location_on Bridgend County Borough Council

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £13.47 per hour

Job category/type Sports, Physical Activity and Play

Date posted 28/05/2026

Job reference 18783

As and When Required

Temporary up to 31 March 2028

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Coaches to support the delivery of exciting community programmes across Bridgend County Borough. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in sport, coaching and community wellbeing while making a real difference to children, young people and families.

Activities you will support

• Active 4 Life school holiday programmes
• Activities for children and young people with disabilities
• Young Carers wellbeing activities
• Community sport and physical activity sessions
• Working alongside experienced coaches and staff, you will help create safe, welcoming and enjoyable environments where every participant feels valued and supported of sport and or physical activity sessions.

The Role

• Support delivery of sport and wellbeing activities
• Help create inclusive and positive sessions
• Assist with setting up equipment and activities
• Support children and young people with a range of needs
• Maintain safe, welcoming environments
• Record basic participation information

We're looking for people who are:

• Enthusiastic and reliable
• Passionate about working with children and young people
• Interested in sport, wellbeing or community activity
• Able to work as part of a team

Previous coaching or activity experience is desirable. A UKCC Level 1 qualification (or equivalent) would be an advantage.

Join us and help make a positive difference in local communities across Bridgend County Borough.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Adults & Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.