York City Gymnastics
Head Coach – Women's Artistic Gymnastics
Are you ready to take the reins of a thriving Women's Artistic Gymnastics programme and inspire the next generation of champions?
York City Gymnastics (YCG) is offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, driven, and experienced coach to lead our WAG squad to new heights. We're looking for a Head Coach who is not only technically skilled but also passionate about athlete development, team culture, and long-term success.
This is your chance to shape the future of our WAG programme, build on the incredible foundation already in place, and lead a talented group of gymnasts toward regional & national success.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary of £32K–£40K, based on experience.
* Full-time role ( 35h per week)
* Relocation assistance for candidates moving to York.
* Access to our state-of-the-art gymnastics facility, featuring over 1800m² of dedicated space and full GG, WAG, MAG, and TRG equipment.
* A supportive coaching team committed to helping gymnasts of all ages and abilities reach their potential.
Requirements
* British Gymnastics Level 3 WAG coaching qualification working towards Level 4 (minimum).
* Proven experience coaching competitive-level gymnasts.
* Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide junior coaches and foster a positive team culture.
* Excellent communication and teaching abilities, capable of breaking down complex techniques for athletes of varying skill levels.
* A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working within a team environment.
* Ability to motivate and inspire gymnasts to set ambitious goals and work towards achieving them.
Desirable Experience
* Demonstrated success in athlete development and progression.
* Experience planning and delivering structured, safe, and engaging gymnastics sessions.
* Strong organisational skills, including planning training schedules, events, and competitions.
* Knowledge of talent identification and athlete pathway development.
* A thorough understanding of gymnastics rules, strategies, and best practices.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your coaching career?
You can apply directly through Indeed, or send your up-to-date CV and a covering letter to:
About Us
York City Gymnastics (YCG) is a well-established, registered charitable organisation with over 40 years of history serving the York community. Our mission is to promote gymnastics by providing high-quality facilities, equipment, and inclusive programmes for children and young people across the region.
We are committed to the safeguarding, protection, and wellbeing of all children and young people in our care. All staff—both paid and voluntary—are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and conduct.
Pre-employment checks are mandatory and include:
* Enhanced DBS disclosure
* Completion of safeguarding training
* Provision of two independent references
Equal Opportunities
YCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for staff and athletes alike.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Relocation assistance
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person