A coach leads the coaching sessions within the club. Above all, a coach needs to be able to motivate members.
What you’ll get out of it:
- Sense of giving back
- Meeting lots of people from different backgrounds
- A chance to develop skills
- Potential career development / improved employability
- Potential of new training and qualifications
Who will I be responsible to?
- The Chairperson
Who will I be responsible for?
- All participants within your coaching sessions
You’ll need:
- To have the relevant coaching qualifications (be specific about what you require – level 1, level 2…)
- Knowledge of the club’s policies and procedures
- Knowledge of the National Governing Body’s Child Welfare Policy & Procedures
- A first aid qualification (the club can support you to achieve this, on appointment)
You will also need:
- To be reliable and responsible and to lead by example
- An enthusiastic and approachable manner
- Good communication skills
- A child focussed approach, if it’s a junior coaching role
- Strong organisational skills
- The ability to motivate players
What you will do:
- Plan and lead fun and safe coaching sessions, possibly working alongside other coaches and coaching assistants
- Observe and analyse skills, suggesting improvements and making players aware of their progress
- Liaise with team managers
- Select teams, possibly working with team managers and other coaching staff
- Put into action the coaching elements of the Club Development Plan
- Mentor new coaches and Young Leaders
- Reflect and evaluate coaching sessions
- Delegate organisational roles which don’t require coaching skills
- Liaise with national governing body to access regional and national structures for talented performers
- Promote and abide by club policy, child protection, fair play, Code of Conduct and equal opportunities
- Follow procedure for reporting accidents
How much time will it take?
- Approximately 2-3 hours per week, though this will depend on the nature of your sports club/organisation.