Sports Coach / Youth Worker

You will help plan and deliver engaging physical activity programmes and skill-based coaching tailored to different ages and abilities. Through sport, you will promote teamwork, resilience, discipline, and respect, ensuring sessions are inclusive, adaptable, and accessible to young people from all backgrounds.

A recognised qualification at Level 2 or above in Youth Work, Sports / Football Association Coaching, or Physical Education is essential, alongside First Aid and safeguarding training. You will bring knowledge of child development and behaviour management, with experience of working with children and young people in community or youth settings. Additional training in areas such as mental health awareness, inclusion, or mentoring would be an advantage.

Beyond the youth club, you will build meaningful relationships within the community, using sport and physical activity as a powerful tool to engage young people who may be vulnerable or at risk. Through mentoring and creative programmes, you will help them build confidence, overcome challenges, and develop the skills they need to succeed.

Working as part of a dedicated and collaborative team, you will contribute to programme planning, safeguarding, risk assessments, and continuous improvement to ensure high-quality delivery at all times. If you are ready to empower, inspire, and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. Join YMCA Humber and help young people reach their full potential.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Level 2 (minimum) in Sports Coaching, Physical Education, or Youth Work.
• FA Level 2 Coaching Award (if delivering football sessions)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING PROVIDED BY YMCA HUMBER. 

• Emergency First Aid at Work or Paediatric First Aid. 
• Safeguarding Children & Young People Training. 
• Enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list. 

HOURS OF WORK

• Part Time : Various Weekly Contracts available. 
• Working to a rota which includes days, early evenings and weekends.  
• Flexibility is essential in this role to meet the fluid needs of the business.  

RATE OF PAY 

• £13.00 - £14.00 per hour.
• dependent upon qualifications and experience.   
• YMCA Humber are a proud Real Living Wage Employer.