About the apprenticeship
Duties
Kickstart your career in sport and education with the Wrexham AFC PE and School Sport Apprenticeship Scheme. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience delivering PE and sport development across a variety of programmes, while earning and working towards recognised qualifications. Opportunities include the chance to contribute to a variety of impactful programmes delivered by the Wrexham AFC Foundation, including Street Dragons, Ability Dragons, women and girls’ participation initiatives, and school-based roles in partnership schools, giving you a broad, real-world foundation to build your future in the industry.
1 x Women & Girls Apprentice
1 x Street Dragons Apprentice
1 x Ability Dragons Apprentice
2 x Education Apprentice
Apprentices will plan, deliver and review sessions, whilst also contributing to planning, delivering and reviewing whole programmes too:
Will be a great sporting role-model for our children.
Can organise and run safe and enjoyable sessions
Will be able to support Coaches/Teachers while they deliver PE lessons or Community acivities.
Can organise and run sport and fitness sessions for target groups.
You will be expected to organise and lead activities, making sure that participants are safe, happy and enjoying developing new skill
Requirements
Qualifications
GCSE Grade A-CWelsh Speaker
Access to own car
GCSE Level C and above (English and Maths)
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements & Expectations
A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
Good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.
Skills
Welsh Speaker
Access to own car
GCSE Level C and above (English and Maths)
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements & Expectations
A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
Good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Achieve More Training Ltd
Qualification
Level 3 NVQ Supporting PE and School Spor
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Ap Prentis Cyf
Wrexham Association Football Club
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AH