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Sports scientists use knowledge of how the body works to help people improve their health or sporting ability.
You could take a degree in sport and exercise science. Courses that cover the 3 foundation subjects of biomechanics, physiology and psychology, will keep your job options broad. Alternatively you could do a degree in a science related subject followed by a postgraduate qualification in sports science. This may include subjects like:
You'll usually need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.
Volunteering
Volunteering, for example with a sports club, may improve your career prospects. It will help you stand out in a competitive jobs market if you have additional qualifications like: First Aid, gym instructing or safeguarding.
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You could work with elite sports professionals, or in research, healthcare or industry. Your day to day tasks will depend on the type of organisation you work for. You could:
You could find work with universities, schools and colleges, large sporting organisations, public and private enterprises and local authorities. It's also possible to become self-employed or to work as a consultant. You could also move into a related career area, like sports development or performance testing and research.
Fitness instructors organise exercise programmes to improve people's health and fitness.
Data analyst-statisticians collect numerical information to identify trends, create models and present results.
Cycling coaches help riders develop their cycling skills.
Sports professionals are skilled and talented sportsmen and sportswomen, who are paid to compete in their chosen sport.
Sports coaches teach sports skills to individuals and teams of all abilities.
Education technicians support science, art, IT or design and technology teachers by preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons.
Sports apprentice who, with support, willdeliver in nurseries and schools withinLeicester. Office work is also within the jobspecification, liaising with the finance,operations and quality control directors - nevera boring day!
You will be a permanent member of the Leisure Centre Team carrying out job roles such as General Assistant, Recreation Assistant, Concierge, Swimming Teacher & Fitness Instructor. The job roles that you are rotated for will be dependant on which Qualifications you have achieved as well as the needs of the centre.
This sports coaching apprenticeship offer the opportunity to gain coaching qualifications. The work in this apprenticeship is often community-based, including coaching various sports such as football, multi sport to a wide range of age ranges and community groups including schools, care homes and youth clubs.
We need a Recreation Attendant who will...Be focused on delivering excellent customer service standardsProvide safe and effective pool supervisionBe part of a motivated team fully embracing our company valuesEnsure high levels of cleanliness and housekeeping are maintained within the centreSupport the varied programme of activities and sessions Effectively communicate with other team members
Are you passionate about Sport, Exercise and Fitness? Everyone Active are looking for a new Leisure Team Member Apprentice. The role involves Fitness Instructing, Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, and leading group activity sessions! Apply now!
As a Fitness Instructor, you will assist in maintaining effective operation of the Sports Club within the guidelines of St Mary’s School (Calne) Services Ltd policies and procedures. You will be responsible for ensuring the comfort and safety of all users of the club and working towards the Level 23 Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer qualification. You will be required to provide a warm, welcoming service, promoting a culture and ethos of health and well-being.
The Community Activator Coach promotes, delivers and coaches fun, inclusive and engaging activities that help whole communities to change their behaviour, adopt and keep to a physically active lifestyle. The Community Activator Coach will be a positive role model who builds good rapport with customers - especially those who are young, inactive, or from low-income and marginalised communities.
This role will involve the design and delivery of sports, fitness, health & wellbeing sessions for pan-disability groups of young people aged 11 and adults. Initial assessment, tracking & monitoring of progress using a Person-centred approach. Adapting for individual requirements.
Passionate about making a difference beyond the classroom? Join LEarnActive to deliver PE in schools (2x per week) and run nurturing SEND youth clubs in the evenings. We seek a patient, dedicated individual eager to learn and support SEND children. Competitive salary
As a Community Sports Activator joining our team, you will work closely with the Sport Development to support the delivery of safe, fun and engaging activities to young people from a variety of different ages and backgrounds. We are specifically looking for people who are passionate about sport & football and the opportunities sport can provide to improve the lives of people in the local community. If you are someone who loves sport, physical activity and coaching in the community, apply now!
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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