Community Sport Project Officer – Part Time
Location: Ashton Gate Stadium & Community Venues – Bristol
Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday – Friday with flexible start and finish times
Criminal Record Check: Enhanced with Child Barred List
Contract Type: 1-year Fixed Term
Salary: £16,875 per annum
Do you want to inspire young people and make a real difference in your community? Bristol Bears Foundation is the official charity of Bristol Bears. We believe rugby is more than just a game. It’s our way for lasting change. We use rugby as a tool to help tackle the impacts of inequality by inspiring healthier, stronger, and more connected communities across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.
Your Role
As a Community Sport Project Officer, you will plan and deliver high quality sport and education sessions across local schools and community settings. The role provides flexible support across multiple programmes, contributing to activities such as school PE delivery, SEND & Inclusion, Community Engagement Sessions, and Player Development Camps. The role will play a key part in promoting positive experiences of sport and education, supporting participant development and representing the organisation in local communities.
Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver high quality sport and education sessions that are tailored to the needs of groups and individuals.
* Build positive, constructive relationships with young people, schools, and community participants.
* Create a safe, accessible and inclusive environment that supports enjoyment, participation and whole person development.
* Support the delivery of programmes within both education, inclusion, and community settings, representing the Foundation with professionalism and enthusiasm.
* Ensure all equipment is set up, maintained, and stored safely for every session.
What You’ll Bring
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Even if you’re at the start of your coaching journey and don’t meet every requirement, if you’re excited about the role, we’d love to hear from you.
* England Rugby Coaching Award (ERCA) or RFU Level 1 or Level 2 Coaching Award, or an equivalent qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
* A strong understanding of disability and SEN learners and how to coach sport in an appropriate manner.
* Experience of delivering school sport provision across multiple sports.
* Hold a minimum Level 1 National Governing Body coaching qualification or a formal teaching qualification.
* Experience of coaching or teaching in either a paid or voluntary capacity, within education or community settings.
* Strong interpersonal skills to build successful relationships with participants, parents, and coaches.
* Strong understanding of rugby, including core skills, game principles and key elements of team development in sport.
* Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, in line with the requirements of the role.
* IT literate, with the ability to use basic digital tools and systems effectively.
* Access to own vehicle and a full, valid UK driving license.
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