HP Gymworld Coach

Job Title:Gymworld Coach – Hourly Paid (5 roles available)

Department:Gymworld

Contract:Permanent, Hourly Paid

Salary:National Minimum Wage (For Age)

Pension:NEST Pension Scheme

The Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Gymworld Gymnastics Coaches to join our team on a flexible, hourly-paid basis. This role is ideal for FE and HE students seeking work that fits around their studies while gaining valuable coaching experience. Based at Gymworld, you will deliver safe and engaging gymnastics sessions for participants of all ages and abilities at Gymworld, Middlesbrough College’s bespoke facility, while being an integral part of our thriving academic community.

*Flexible availability, including weekends, is desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, engaging, and inclusive gymnastics coaching sessions to participants of varying ages and abilities.




• Support the planning, preparation, and delivery of gymnastics programmes in line with club standards and governing body requirements.




• Monitor participant progress and provide constructive feedback to support development and achievement.




• Maintain a safe coaching environment by adhering to safeguarding, health and safety, and risk assessment procedures.




• Promote a positive and welcoming atmosphere, building strong relationships with gymnasts, parents, and colleagues to enhance the overall participant experience.

Please see the person specification for full details – HP Gymworld Coach

Qualifications

• Gymnastics coaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).




• Valid safeguarding and child protection training (or willingness to complete).




• First Aid qualification - Desirable.




• Relevant sports, coaching, or physical education qualification.




• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Experience

• Experience coaching gymnastics or working within a sporting environment.




• Experience working with children and young people of varying ages and abilities.




• Experience planning and delivering structured activities or sessions.




• Experience promoting a safe, inclusive, and positive participant experience.




• Experience working effectively as part of a team.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of gymnastics coaching techniques and participant development.




• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management requirements.




• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.




• Ability to motivate, engage, and support participants to achieve their goals.




• Good organisational skills with the ability to adapt coaching sessions to meet individual needs.

Why Join Us?

• Health &Wellbeing; freegym membership.




• Family-friendlypolicies: flexiblehours and a supportive work environment.




• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.




• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.




• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days.




• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.




• Collegebenefit scheme – College Extras




• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants




• Discounted gift cards for big brands




• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice




• Cycle to Work scheme




• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Paula Metcalfe, Senior Gymworld Supervisor on PL.Metcalfe@mbro.ac.uk

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the Northeast, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive.

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Ifyou’resuccessful,you’llbe requiredto completethorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe andappropriate conductin line withCollegepolicies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, relatedexceptionsand further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates toidentifyany safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right tocommencethe interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

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