Become an Apprentice with Sportscape Education

At Sportscape Education we are committed to providing high-quality training to support your chosen area of interest. You will receive tailored tutor support and on-the-job experience during your apprenticeship course. Our Apprenticeship standards ranging from Level 2 to Level 4 across various disciplines tailored to industry specific skills.

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Your Questions, Answered

  • Apprenticeships are becoming more and more popular because they offer on the job experience as well as a qualification whilst getting paid. Apprenticeships are a good stepping stone into industries to create progression into a career path that you love!

  • As a learner, you will need to find a employer (company) who will employ you as a apprentice.

    Sportscape Education can deliver the educational sessions and training for you!

    You can search for apprenticeships here: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch or in job search engines such as Indeed or Total Jobs.

  • You have to be aged 16 or over to start an apprenticeship. However, there is no maximum age to start an apprenticeship.

  • Sportscape Education offer a variety of apprenticeships, specialising in sports and outdoor training. These include:

    • Level 2 Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship

    • Level 3 Community Sport and Health Officer Apprenticeship

    • Level 3 Early Years Educator

    • Level 3 Outdoor Activity Instructor Apprenticeship

    • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

    • Level 3 Personal Training Apprenticeship

    • Level 4 Sports Coach

    In terms of which one is best for you, think about your career goals and if it links and is relevant to the job you will be doing.

    Find out more specific details about our apprenticeships here

  • This depends which apprenticeship you are thinking of doing.

    In terms of GCSE qualifications, if you have not achieved a grade 4 in Math’s and English - don’t worry, for most apprenticeships we can help you achieve what you require via our functional skills programme.

    Experience and qualifications are essential for some apprenticeships, please get in touch to discuss your specific needs here.

  • As an apprentice you are expected to work for 30 hours per week. These hours will incorporate your study time.

    As an apprentice, 20% of your working hours will be off-the-job training. This can include:

    • Lectures

    • Role playing

    • Simulation exercises

    • Management games

    • Watching Lectures or Seminars

    • Shadowing somebody else in a similar job role

    • Receiving Mentoring from someone above you E.G. Your manager.

    • Online Learning

    • Writing assignments or doing assessments.

    • Attending Sportscape Educations Life Skills programme.

    Sportscape Education will provide a delivery calendar at the start of your apprenticeship with the dates and times you will see your tutor. We recommend his will be at least one full day per month, with additional tasks set between sessions

  • Most apprenticeships will take a minimum of 12 months to complete. Find out more specific information here.

  • Your employer will be responsible for paying your wage. You should receive a contract which states your rate of pay at the start of your employment.

    Your wage will depend on your age and duration of your apprenticeship.

    Find out more about apprentice pay and National Minimum Wage.

We understand you may have questions about apprenticeships before enrolling, so we have gathered our most frequently asked questions to help you decide! Explore our FAQs to find out more.

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“My journey as an Apprentice with Sportscape Education started in September 2023. I joined as a Level 2 Community Activator Coach. This course was an excellent way for me to learn new skills both in the classroom and in the field of work. I have met some amazing people who helped me through my qualification. I became the Apprentice of the Year in December 2024.

After completing this course I went into the Level 4 Sports Coach Apprenticeship where I have been able to further my coaching, gaining experience and meet new people. This has also given me an excellent opportunity to teach and inspire other coaches that have just started their Level 2 Apprenticeship. I was able to pass on what I’d learnt and help improve their coaching as part of my coaching journey.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my apprenticeships with Sportscape Education as they have helped me become and better coach and help me to inspire others”

— Josh (Level 2 Community Activator Coach and Level 4 Sports Coach Apprentice, 2026)

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