Afterschool Gymnastics Coach
Active School UK in partnership with UK Academies of Gymnastics
Pay: £15 to £30 per hour
Location: School-based roles across the UK
Hours: After school, typically 3pm to 4.30pm, with optional holiday club work
About Us
Active School UK delivers structured gymnastics and physical development programmes inside primary schools. Our sessions are progressive, safe, and built around confidence, physical literacy, and strong coaching standards.
We work alongside UK Academies of Gymnastics to provide a clear coaching pathway and nationally recognised development opportunities.
The Role
We are recruiting Qualified and Unqualified Gymnastics Coaches across the UK to deliver high-quality after-school sessions within primary schools.
You will lead or assist structured gymnastics sessions for children aged 4 to 11, following our UKAG framework and session plans. You will represent Active School UK professionally within school settings and ensure every session is safe, engaging, and well organised.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Delivering structured, fun, and progressive gymnastics sessions
Setting up and packing away equipment safely
Managing behaviour positively and confidently
Following safeguarding and health and safety procedures
Communicating clearly with schools and the coaching team
Maintaining high professional standards at all times
Who We’re Looking For
Qualified and Unqualified gymnastics coaches
Sports coaches wanting to specialise in gymnastics
Teachers or teaching assistants with strong group leadership
Students or developing coaches looking for a clear pathway
You must be reliable, confident leading groups, and comfortable working independently in schools.
What You’ll Need
Experience working with children
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
A professional and dependable attitude
Safeguarding knowledge or willingness to complete training
Availability during after-school hours
Gymnastics or sports coaching qualifications are desirable but not essential. We train and develop the right people.
Progression and Development
We offer a clear coaching pathway from assistant to lead coach
Access to UKAG awards and ongoing CPD
Mentoring and structured progression
Increased hours as we expand locally
This is ideal for students, parents and coaches who want consistency, development, and the opportunity to grow with a structured national organisation.
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: School sites across your local area