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Find a great career in sport and physical activity

At CIMSPA we support, nurture and encourage everyone to have a fulfilling career helping the nation stay active.

In 2022, there were 586,000 jobs in the Sport and Physical Activity sector and research suggests there are over 3 million coaches (both paid and voluntary) working in the sector.

The CIMSPA Careers Hub has been developed to be your ‘one stop shop’ for Careers in the Sport and Activity sector, providing resources to support you throughout your career, whether you are a student exploring the sector for the first time, or an experienced practitioner.

The Careers Hub is a continually developing resource with new information and tools being added regularly.

If you have any questions regarding the Careers Hub please contact us at careershub@cimspa.co.uk

Considering a career in sport and physical activity?

The Careers Hub

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Professions and pathways

The sport and physical activity sector provides an exciting, diverse range of career opportunities through a variety of different job roles.

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Sector information

CIMSPA have defined the sport and physical activity sector as comprising of six different industry areas. Discover more about each area and the job roles found within them.

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Find your next role in our sector

We want to help you on your search for a role within the sports and physical activity sector, whether you are joining the sector for the first time or looking for a new challenge.

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Career resources

Whether you’re a student embarking on your professional journey or an adult looking to advance or pivot your career, our Career Resources are here to support you every step of the way.

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Sector jobs board

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Careers guide

Find out about working in the world of sport and physical activity

 

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Careers Guidance Course

Find out about our employer-led and insight-driven careers guidance course, helping those exploring careers in our sector.