Community Coach – East Suffolk
We have an exciting opportunity for a full‑time Community Coach to join the British Cycling Participation Team, in partnership with East Suffolk Council, working in East Suffolk. This role will be based in the East Suffolk area; therefore applicants must live within 30 minutes of this location.
Employment type: Full‑time. Seniority level: Entry level.
What will you be doing?
* Planning, leading and delivering entry level and multi‑disciplinary cycling activities in local community hub, club and after school settings, with a focus on children & young people, families and women and girls.
* Designing, planning and delivering progressive coaching activity to support the identification and development of talented young people, focusing on supporting and enabling rider progression through to community, club and events.
* Establishing relationships with community groups and organisations to identify and recruit new volunteers to become community champions.
* Working closely with regional and national British Cycling colleagues to provide communities with access to education, training and CPD.
* Developing community hubs/clubs and schools clubs through coached activity.
* Planning, delivering and evaluating coaching programmes ensuring they reflect the British Cycling’s Strategy, regional delivery plan and local partnership plan.
What we’re looking for
* Good education background with a minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent.
* A current UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Cycling qualification (or equivalent or above).
* Relevant knowledge and experience of sports development, including club and coach development.
* Significant expertise in sports coaching; establishing delivering and coordinating coaching programmes for participants.
* Experience of coaching in a wide range of environments including schools, clubs and community settings.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills.
* Ability to work efficiently on own initiative and to maintain a high standard of work under pressure.
* Experience of using social media to promote and engage audiences is desirable.
What are the perks?
* Competitive Salary (£25,060 per annum)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Generous Holidays (25 days + bank holidays)
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Life Assurance
* Pension
How To Apply
Send us your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you feel you meet the criteria via the apply button below.
Applications close: 22nd October 2025
Interviews likely: w/c 10th November 2025
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