At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in delivering fun and engaging gymnastics sessions for all ages and abilities.
- Company: Join Wigan Council's Be Well Team, dedicated to community health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Earn £13.26 per hour with flexible working hours and opportunities for training.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values authenticity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in your community while developing your coaching skills.
- Qualifications: Level 1 British Gymnastics qualification or working towards it.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance.
Salary: Grade 3, £13.26 per hour
2 hours per week - This role operates on an annualised hours contract. The hours will need to be worked flexibly to meet service needs. You may be required to work additional hours.
We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!
Your role: We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our team within Wigan Leisure Centres. As a Be Well Assistant Gymnastics Coach, you will work as part of the Gymnastics Team, enhance, and deliver the day-to-day Gymnastics Programme, in line with Wigan council policies. As a Be Well Gymnastics Recreation Coach, you will work as part of a team to deliver high quality recreation gymnastics sessions at Robin Park Leisure Centre. The role will involve delivering a wide range of recreational sessions to gymnasts, with skills to develop and help each gymnast, regardless of age and ability to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on offering an extensive and diverse range of physical activity to support our residents. The post-holder is expected to be flexible to ensure that the needs of the business are always met, and evening, weekend and bank holiday working will be required as directed by the service.
About you: You will be a highly motivated, professional, and enthusiastic member of our coaching team with the ability to help us achieve our goals. You will deliver high quality gymnastics sessions to increase participation following British Gymnastics Guidelines. This role requires the post holder to have a Level 1 qualification in British Gymnastics or working towards gaining it. You will be required to participate in any training initiatives in relation to the duties of the post and ensure that personal qualifications are kept valid via attendance on training as provided by the service as reasonably practicable.
About us: The BeWell Team are committed to support the health and wellbeing of our residents across the Wigan Borough. Whether this be supporting our youngest residents embark on their first swimming lesson or supporting individuals and community groups with existing exercise and wellbeing programmes. We pride ourselves on offering an extensive and diverse range of physical activities to support our residents and encourage everyone to get active and achieve a healthier lifestyle and increase sport participation.
The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.
Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits to find out more about working for Team Wigan.
To be appointed to this role you must be able to prove your right to work in the UK, and you must maintain a valid (active) right to work. Please note, at present we are not a licenced sponsor.
Wigan Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. As part of this commitment, Wigan Council operates robust Safer Recruitment procedures.
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.
Be Well Gymnastics Assistant Coach NEW Wigan Council Posted today Wigan £13.26 per hour Expires on 24/08/2026 employer: Be Well Wigan
Wigan Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community it serves. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative culture, we empower our staff to make a tangible impact on local health and wellbeing. Join us in shaping healthier communities while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages professional growth.
