How To Get Sports Jobs With Careers In Racing, Kingswood, Coach Core And Haven Holiday Parks

As with any job, you might need qualifications… but there’s always a way to get into careers in sport if you have the passion but not the qualifications or experience!

How to get your first sports job?

When you think of sports jobs, what first comes to mind? Footballer, personal trainer, pro athlete? There are actually lots of jobs that let your enthusiasm for physical activity take centre court. And you don’t need the physique of a freerunner or a university degree to get started!

Vocational qualifications, traineeships and apprenticeships, and even summer jobs that lead to something more are all great ways into sports jobs that you might not have thought about before.

If you’re not sure what comes next after Results Day, or you’re moving on from education into your next life adventure, these Youth Friendly Employers can help you take your first steps into a sports career you’ll love.

Getting your first job in sports with… Careers in Racing

Careers in Racing is all about equine sport (or horse racing). There are so many careers you can explore and you can find something that matches your skills and interests.

You could become an apprentice racing groom and look after horses, build your skills and confidence with the Racing Youth Collaboration Group, and even join a development programme to explore sales, media, journalism and more! Visit the Careers in Racing early careers hub to discover your career in horse racing.

Getting your first job in sports with… Coach Core

Coach Core apprenticeships are an easy step to a bright future in sports, regardless of your background and experience. You can train to be a Sports Coach with a qualification in community sports coaching, and with an apprenticeship, you’ll get experience, skills and a salary!

You’ll also get access to extra events, opportunities and experiences, including resources and workshops to support your personal and professional development.

Getting your first job in sports with… Haven Holiday Parks

You can train to be a lifeguard with Haven! You’ll look after their safety during water-based activity and you’ll get all the training and support you need to feel confident in your role.

You’ll gain the NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification) that includes pool rescue techniques and first aid training, and become a fully trained lifeguard at the end of your training.

Getting your first job in sports with… Kingswood

Love the outdoors? Become an expert in outdoor adventure with an Activity Leader apprenticeships. You can have fun leading physical activities such as high ropes, archery and water sports in activity leisure centres.

Head to the Kingswood early careers hub to watch stories from apprentices!

Want to know more? Visit the early career hubs of the Youth Friendly Employers we’ve just mentioned, or check out our careers hub for more great information about careers.

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