Steve Bills, 3rd year Sport & Exercise Studies
Volunteer Community Coach
Steve went into local schools and delivered football sessions as part of the Team Derby in the Community scheme. This allowed him to develop his coaching skills and enhance his job prospects for when he completes his degree.
Team Derby In the Community
Our Team Derby in the Community project offers the opportunity for individuals to put their sports knowledge and expertise into practice, deploying them on volunteering placements as lead or assistant sports coaches within local schools and community clubs.
Volunteering activity undertaken through the Team Derby in the Community programme or as a Sports Activator is recognised by the University and can be included on an individuals’ Higher Education Achievement Record
To work with Team Derby in the Community please contact Alex Molloy, Sports Participation Officer - a.molloy@derby.ac.uk
WORK OR VOLUNTEER AS A SPORTS ACTIVATOR
Team Derby is looking to recruit a number of students to fulfil the role of Sports Activator to help with the coordination and delivery of either casual Pay as you Play sport sessions or our Intra Mural (social) sports league programme. Some of the positions are offered on a paid basis, others are volunteer roles. All will provide students with the following opportunities:-
- Potential to gain a relevant qualification in the relevant sport
- Bursary support towards coaching and officiating costs
- Team Derby Sports Activator t-shirt
- Developing both personal and work-related skills providing valuable experience to help further employability
- Being involved in an innovative project to promote Team Derby and active participation in sport
- Enjoyment and chance to meet new people
We need Sports Activators to start in September 2012! Anyone can apply regardless of whether you are going into your last year of study or joining us in September. So if you are interested please complete and return an application form (see below).
If you require further information please contact Alex or Kate in the Team Derby Office - Tel 01332 594226 or 594221 or email teamderby@derby.ac.uk.
