Activity Leader
Job description
THE EMPLOYER IS: HEALTHY KIDZ CIC As an Activity Leader, you will lead and deliver engaging, age-appropriate sport sessions for children and young people. The role supports physical development, skill-building, and character growth in a safe, inclusive, and positive environment. Candidates will be required to travel to various locations as part of their role. Candidates are required to complete enhanced AccessNI check.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver structured, fun, and challenging sports sessions.
- Teach fundamental skills and game rules in an age-appropriate, engaging manner.
- Monitor and adapt sessions based on participant progress and needs.
- Ensure safety standards are met and equipment is used appropriately.
- Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
- Encourage values such as respect, discipline, and perseverance.
- Support mental well-being and foster confidence through sport.
- Create an inclusive space where all participants feel supported.
- Maintain regular communication with parents/guardians about progress.
- Collaborate with schools, teachers, and external professionals for holistic development.
- Build trust and rapport with young participants, providing mentorship and guidance.
- Record attendance, progress, and any required data accurately.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- Strong knowledge of nutrition, and health.
- Ability to coach a range of sports/activities.
- Full clean driving licence with access to own vehicle.
Desirable Skills
- Enhanced Access NI checks completed.
- Completed a Safeguarding Course.
- 1 year experience in delivering coaching sessions with both adults and young people.
- Two Foundation coaching qualifications or equivalent.
- Experience in delivering lessons in a school environment.
Further Information
The Employer is: HEALTHY KIDZ CIC JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information -Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. -Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. -Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.
Application Information
JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.
- Vacancy ID
- 1747881
- Job Sector
- Childcare and Social Work,Leisure
- Area
- Co Armagh
- Location
- Craigavon
- Salary
- 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour
- No. vacancies
- 7
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Weekly hours
- 25
- Published date
- 01/12/2025
- Closing date
- 09/01/2026
- Worktime
- To be confirmed with employer