You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Football and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Football coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Football, across a range of age groups.
• Assist in teaching and refining of Football skills for various games (e.g., dribbling, shooting, goalkeeping).
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Football participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Football programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in football.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us 

For more information about the role please contact Jack Lyons on JLyons@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Closing Date: 03 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Athletics and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Athletics  coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Athletics, across a range of age groups and development levels
• Assist in teaching and refining of Athletics skills for various elements (Run, Jump. Throw)
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Athletics participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Athletics programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 Coach Qualification (or above) in athletics.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
  
  

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Philip Warwicker on pwarwicker@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coach of Gymnastics and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Gymnastics coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Gymnastics, from recreational classes through to our performance groups.
• Assist in teaching and refining of gymnastics routines for various events (e.g., floor, vault, bars, beam).
• Monitor gymnasts during practice to ensure they are performing exercises safely.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sports coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Gymnastics participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Gymnastics programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in gymnastics.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
  
  

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us 

For more information about the role please contact Gethin Smart, Sport Development & Workforce Manager on gsmart@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Hockey and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Hockey coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Hockey, across a range of age groups.
• Assist in teaching and refining of Hockey skills for various games (e.g., dribbling, shooting, goalkeeping).
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Hockey participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Hockey programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have: 

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in Hockey. 
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Gethin Smart, Sport Development & Workforce Manager on gsmart@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page. 

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Tennis and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Tennis coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Tennis, across a range of age groups and development levels
• Assist in teaching and refining of Tennis skills for various levels of ability.
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Tennis participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Tennis programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 Coaching Qualification (or above) in tennis. 
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
  
  

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Billy Barclay on bbarclay@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

You’ll lead the way by:

• Assisting the Lead Coaches of Basketball and wider Cardiff Met Junior Sport team in the delivery of high-quality Basketball coaching.
• Supporting our participants / athletes in their development of all elements of Basketball, across a range of age groups.
• Assist in teaching and refining of Basketball skills for various games (e.g., dribbling, shooting, defence).
• Collaborate with the Lead Coach to develop and refine training programmes, offering feedback on what is working well and what could be improved.

What you’ll Bring

You’ll use your previous experience of coaching & working within a sport coaching environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our Basketball participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Basketball programmes are both safe and of the highest standards. 

Additionally you’ll have:

• Level 1 coaching qualification (or above) in Basketball.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
  
  

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us 

For more information about the role please contact Sarah Wagstaff on swagstaff@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online. 

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Support page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £26,707 to £27,319 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

Our programmes run on the following days & times:

Learn to Swim:

• Tuesdays 16:00 – 18:00
• Thursdays 17:00 – 20:00
• Saturdays 09:00 – 12:00

School Swimming:

• Monday – Fridays 10:00 – 12:00

You’ll lead the way by: 

• Assist the lead Swimming Teacher with the planning, delivery of engaging and progressive sessions in the Learn to Swim programme, school swimming programme and intervention programme. 
• Ensure the needs of swimmers are met within a dynamic and inclusive environment by acting as an Ambassador for Aquatic Programmes at Cardiff Met Sport.
• Act as assistant teacher in swimming lessons and support the lead Swimming Teacher to ensure that comprehensive teaching plans are followed and delivered according to the relevant framework.

What you’ll bring:

You’ll use your previous experience of working within an aquatic environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our swimming participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Aquatics programmes are both safe and of the highest standards.

Additionally you’ll have: 

• A recognised Level 1 in Teaching Aquatics:
  1. SEQ Level 1 Swimming (Assistant) Teacher.
  2. STA Level 1 Award in Teaching Swimming.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Xena Denyer on XDenyer@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £24,533 to £25,138 £13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£13.84 per hour plus 14% holiday pay

Our programmes run on the following days & times:

Learn to Swim:

• Tuesdays 16:00 – 18:00
• Thursdays 17:00 – 20:00
• Saturdays 09:00 – 12:00

School Swimming:

• Monday – Fridays 10:00 – 12:00

You’ll lead the way by: 

• Experience being a lead swimming teacher in a school, club, or recreation environment.
• Planning and delivering progressive lesson plans.
• Experience communicating with parents or   guardians.
• Experience of assessing, monitoring, and recording swimmer’s progress through a formal assessment method.

What you’ll bring:

You’ll use your previous experience of teaching & working within an aquatic environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an outstanding service to our swimming participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure that our Aquatics programmes are both safe and of the highest standards.

Additionally you’ll have: 

• Level 2 Qualification in Teaching Aquatics:
  1. ASA Level 2 Teaching Aquatics.
  2. SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teaching.
  3. STA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming.
• Superb team working skills, able to work effectively as part of a team to deliver the best outcomes for participants. 
• Experience working with customers and parents. 

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development. 

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Award winning sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.

Right to Work Information

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that permits them to undertake the duties of the role.

If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.

If you are unsure whether this applies to you or have any questions, please contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.

Contact Us

For more information about the role please contact Xena Denyer on XDenyer@cardiffmet.ac.uk.

All applications must be submitted online.  

The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

School/Unit: Professional and Support

Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 £17.94 per hour plus 14% holiday pay
£17.94 per hour plus 14% holiday pay