Free Level 3 Sports Leadership Course in Burford. Classes run at Burford School, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll develop the skills to plan, safely lead, and evaluate sports and physical activity sessions for a range of groups. The course covers communication, teamwork, inclusion, and safety. To join, you'll need a minimum of eight GCSEs totalling 38 or above, including at least grade 4 in both Maths and English. No previous sports leadership experience is required.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Sports Leadership qualification is a UK-approved occupational qualification through the Leadership Skills Foundation. Learners develop skills in planning, safely leading and evaluating sports/physical-activity sessions for diverse groups and events; communication, teamwork, inclusion, and safety are core content.
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirements for students are the best 8 GCSE grades, totalling 38 or higher. For
example, two Grade 6s, two Grade 5s, and four Grade 4s. Students also need to have secured a Grade 4 GCSE in Mathematics and English. You must have an interest in developing skills. You must be organised, committed and a good communicator. You do not need to have done any other Sports Leader qualification to do this course
What you will learn
You'll plan sports and physical activity sessions for different groups and events.
You'll lead sessions safely, applying risk management and safeguarding principles.
You'll evaluate sessions and reflect on your own leadership performance.
You'll develop communication skills for working with diverse participants.
You'll practise teamwork and collaborative leadership in practical settings.
You'll apply principles of inclusion to make sessions accessible to all.
You'll build an understanding of health, safety, and duty of care in sport.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and practical. You'll be assessed through planning and leading real sports sessions, written evaluations, and observation by an assessor. Assessment is linked to the Leadership Skills Foundation's occupational standards for sports leadership. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the year to demonstrate your competence in planning, leading, and evaluating sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burford School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Community sports leader, organising local activity sessions for groups
Sports coach assistant, supporting qualified coaches in clubs or schools
PE teaching assistant, helping deliver physical education in schools
Youth worker, using sport and activity to engage young people
Leisure centre activity leader, running sessions for members
Volunteer sports coordinator, planning events for community organisations
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Coaching (sport-specific) - deepen your coaching skills in a chosen sport.
Level 4 Certificate in Sports Coaching - move into more advanced coaching and leadership roles.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching, Physical Education, or Sport Development - for those considering a career in sport at graduate level.
PGCE (Physical Education) - if you want to qualify as a PE teacher, a relevant degree followed by a PGCE is the route.
