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Cycling coaches help riders develop their cycling skills.
There is no set entry route to become a professional cycle coach but getting a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a sports-related subject like sports science could give you an advantage. If you're a competitive cyclist, you could do a foundation degree in cycling performance or cycling studies.
You'll usually need 1 or 2 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma. You'll need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a degree.
You can work towards this role by starting with a Level 2 apprenticeship as a community activator coach. This apprenticeship is recognised by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). Employers will set their own entry requirements.
Volunteering
You can develop your coaching skills through volunteering. You can get involved with your local club, coaching and cycling events. There are opportunities in road and track racing, BMX and mountain biking.
You can do training through a professional body like British Cycling, who offer qualifications in coaching. For example:
You'll need:
If you're working with younger riders in schools and community groups, you could be:
You could work for British Cycling as a development coach, introducing people to cycling, or working on talent programmes to support cyclists. You could work as a coach for a local authority or organisation with an interest in sports development at places like BMX tracks, mountain bike trail centres or indoor cycling tracks. You could become a self-employed coach and design training programmes for amateur riders. You could also become a cycle trainer through the Bikeability scheme, teaching young people how to cycle safety on roads. If you work with young people, you could move into sports development or youth work. With experience, you could transfer your skills and abilities to other areas of the sports industry.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistants support teachers to help children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Swimming teachers help people learn to swim, improve their swimming skills and how to exercise in water.
Training officers plan and run courses and workshops for staff within organisations.
Martial arts instructors teach martial arts like karate, jujitsu and judo.
Sailing instructors teach people to sail yachts and boats.
Primary school teachers are responsible for the educational, social and emotional development of children from age 5 to 11.
At Woodville Nursery School teams and children share a wonderful learning environment. They are looking for a passionate and ambitious Early Years Apprentice who will work in partnership with the educator team to ensure the successful running of the nursery. Great benefits including access to Perkbox, 50 childcare & a real focus on wellness.
Highly sought after and reputable, Blueberry in Hove is an Outstanding Ofsted-rated nursery school. They are looking for a passionate and ambitious Early Years Apprentice who will work in partnership with the educator team to ensure the successful running of the nursery. Great benefits package including access to Perkbox, 50 childcare & a real focus on wellness.
Capture your imagination at Barney Lodge, our wonderful Warminster nursery school. They are looking for a passionate and ambitious Early Years Apprentice who will work in partnership with the educator team to ensure the successful running of the nursery. Great benefits package including access to Perkbox, 50 childcare & a real focus on wellness.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to gain a level 23qualification in Early Years? The Green Door Nursery in Bristol has an exciting opportunity to join the team. You will be helping children be confident and independent, giving them the best start possible in school and above all taking pride in their achievements and enjoy learning. Will also consider part time.
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.
The candidate will be required to undertake lifeguarding duties. Setting up sports equipmentBasic health and safety checksCarry out first aid dutiesReception work and dealing with customer enquiries.Do everything you can to create a friendly, relaxed and professional environment
Grove House Primary School are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team fromSeptember 2025. The successful applicant will be someone with a dedication to improvingpupil outcomes. You will be passionate, resilient and hardworking and have the highest ofexpectations of our pupils as well as the ability to work as part of a flexible, happy team.
An exciting opportunity to become a Teaching Assistant Apprentice with St Luke’s School!
Freedom leisure actively promotes healthy lifestyles, and our community facilities are the perfect place to achieve this.We are looking for Apprentice Leisure Team Members to join our team. You will need to possess a good worth ethic, and be a strong swimmer, to pass the NPLQ qualification. You will be customer focused, and able to deliver excellent customer service at all times. You must have a desire to learn, as this is a fantastic opportunity, as there are opportunities after completing the Apprenticeship to other career routes within the Leisure industry.
A fantastic opportunity has become available at N Family Day Nursery. They are looking for an Apprentice Nursery Practitioner to join their Outstanding setting, to fit well within their friendly team and learn skills on the job whilst supporting childrens play, learning & development.
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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