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Discovery Internship - Grad Edition: Sports Development Assistant (LJMU Active Sport)

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1108397


Liverpool John Moores University


11/05/2026


Other - See Job


This internship will run for 140 hours.


Smart Casual

Pay


£12.83


£1.55

Description

Role

***Ringfenced to Level 6 LJMU students only***

***Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted***

Download application form 

ProgrammeWe’re recruiting a Sports Development Assistant Intern to support the development and rollout of a new ‘Active Run’programme delivered in primary schools across the North West.

 

Duties and responsibilities
The role will involve: 

  • Programme planning, 
  • Resource development
  • School engagement
  • Supporting delivery

Perfect for students passionate about physical activity, youth sport, and community development who want experience inprogramme design and impact.

Skills and experience
Subject Knowledge

 
  • Understanding of sports development principles and physical activity promotion
  • Knowledge of youth sport and physical activity delivery in school or community settings
  • Awareness of programme planning, monitoring, and evaluation (desirable)

Key Skills (minimum three)

  • Strong organisational and planning skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with schools, colleagues, and young people
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently when required
  • Basic data collection and reporting skills

Experience

  • Experience supporting sport or physical activity programmes (placement, volunteering, or university projects acceptable)
  • Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
  • Experience in schools or community sport settings (desirable)

Target Degree Subjects

  • Sport Development
  • Physical Education
  • Sport & Exercise Science
  • Community Sport and Physical Activity
  • Sports Coaching

Location
L31 8BT

Additional information

***Ringfenced to Level 6 LJMU students only***

***Applications must be submitted using the application form linked below. Please upload it instead of a CV. Any other method will not be accepted***

Download application form 

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 15th March.

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