L4 Sports or Dance Coach Apprenticeship

Level 4 Sports or Dance Coach Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a fantastic way to learn new skills while also earning a salary. And there is no better place to learn how to coach than with an established company who are leaders in the field of physical education. Our 18-month Level 4 Sports or Dance Coach Apprenticeship is structured around your individual development needs, so you can be sure you will receive the best possible training. You will learn how to coach to the highest standards, working with children and young people of all ages. And because you will be using your skills in a real-world setting, you will have the chance to put your new knowledge into practice straight away. So, if you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, an apprenticeship with us could be just what you are looking for!

The Company
First Step Physical Education, part of the First Step Sports Group are specialists in the planning, organisation, delivery, and assessment of Primary School PE, delivering quality PE and sports offerings, to schools across the Yorkshire region. First Step Physical Education is passionate about delivering high quality physical education, professionalism and achieving our vision of becoming Yorkshire’s largest, most respected Physical Education provider.

The Position
We are seeking a Level 4 Sports or Dance Coach Apprentice (30 hours per week) who is eager to develop a long-term career working in the sports and dance coaching industry and is looking to take their current coaching knowledge to the next level. Through training and mentoring, you will advance your skills and experience, learning school curriculum expectations and requirements, gaining the knowledge to teach and coach to exceptional standards. This role requires someone already qualified to level 2 coaching standard, or equivalent Dance qualification, passionate, creative, and ambitious, who is ready to nurture children and young adults to live healthy and active lifestyles.

A Level 2 Coaching Qualification/Equivalent Dance Qualification/L2 Apprenticeship is a minimum requirement for the role.

Additional Training provided:

• Safeguarding, 


• Equality & Diversity, 


• Health & Safety, 


• First Aid

Responsibilities:

• Achieve development aims as dictated by your training schedule.


• Complete compulsory qualifications 


• Complete all lesson paperwork and admin.


• Deliver fun, engaging, and educational lessons.


• Assist with the development and organisation of projects and schemes of work.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• At least 1 years’ experience working in a school environment (desirable)


• NVQ Level 2 in activity leadership or PE and School Sport or equivalent Dane Qualification/level 2 Coaching Badge 


• Basic written and numeracy skills


• IT literate


• Self-motivated and committed; wanting to perform to a high standard at work.


• A proven track record in completing an NVQ qualification (desirable)


• Ability to diversify and deliver multi-sports activities.
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to regularly travel within the UK but mainly within the local area.


• Full Driving Licence and own vehicle is essential for this position.

*Please note: Candidates selected will need to be available for a telephone interview and subsequently if successful, will also need to be available for a practical interview.

Practical dates:

16th May 2026

20th June 2026

Why you should apply:

• Great culture and work environment


• Excellent career opportunities


• A quality portfolio of qualifications available

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These roles involve regulated activity with children and requires an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information.

*All Successful candidates will be required to participate in a full DBS clearance