Assistant Head of Department - Gymnastics for All (GFA)
Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 Dependent on experience
Full-time,Permanent, working hours include evenings and weekends
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for gymnastics and a desire to inspire the next generation? Notts Gymnastics Academy (NGA), one of the UK’s largest gymnastics clubs, is seeking a dynamic Assistant Head of Gymnastics for All (GFA) to drive the growth and innovation of our programme, reaching over 1,000 participants weekly.
About the Role
We are looking for an Assistant Head Coach – Gymnastics for All (GFA) to support the Head of GFA in developing and delivering our thriving GFA programme. This role involves leading and mentoring our coaching team, ensuring engaging and progressive sessions, managing staff rotas, and overseeing key administrative tasks. The successful candidate will contribute to the programme’s growth and help create inspiring gymnastics opportunities for all.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Leading and developing a growing team of 30+ coaches, ensuring excellence through robust training and mentoring.
· Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging gymnastics sessions across the GFA programme.
· Work with the Head of GFA to design and implement progressive class structures.
· Manage the Rainbow Awards programme and ensure appropriate competitive pathways.
· Mentor and support new and less experienced coaches through observations and feedback.
· Lead and coordinate the coaching team, ensuring programme goals and standards are met.
· Scheduling & Programme Management
· Organise staff rotas to ensure all sessions are adequately staffed.
· Monitor class attendance and work with the team to optimise class capacity.
· Support recruitment and onboarding of new participants, including taster sessions.
· Event Coordination
· Plan and deliver annual in-house GFA competitions, awards celebrations, and displays.
· Support the delivery of holiday programmes and club-wide events.
· Management & Administration
· Support the Head of GFA with the strategic development of the programme.
· Deputise for the Head of GFA as required, including chairing meetings.
· Assist with HR responsibilities, including managing timesheets, appraisals, and staff development.
· Ensure compliance with British Gymnastics policies, safeguarding, and health & safety requirements.
· Act as a key point of contact for gymnasts, parents, and coaches, handling queries professionally.
We’re seeking a leader with:
· Essential Qualifications & Experience:
· British Gymnastics Level 2 qualification in GFA or another gymnastics discipline.
· Full British Gymnastics membership.
· Safeguarding Children certification (UK Coaching).
· Experience in coaching and developing gymnasts of all ages and abilities.
· Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
· Desirable Qualifications:
· Additional qualifications in WAG, MAG, Pre-school, Acro, or Display.
· First Aid certification.
· People management experience.
· Personal Attributes
· Passionate about gymnastics with a child-centred coaching approach.
· Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
· Approachable, supportive, and a team player.
· Flexible to work evenings and weekends as required.
Why Join Us?
At NGA, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and shape the future of one of the UK’s largest GFA programmes. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community through the power of sport.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and drive the future of gymnastics for all, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join us on this exciting journey at Notts Gymnastics Academy. If you have further questions about the role, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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