The Westminster Foundation has a long-standing commitment to supporting young people in Cheshire and Lancashire. Over the past year, the Foundation partnered with Coach Core, supported by Active Cheshire and Active Lancashire, to create 100 new apprenticeship opportunities for young people from deprived areas in the region over the next five years.

These apprenticeships offer formal Level 2 and Level 3 sports coaching qualifications and full-time employment with local sports or youth-based employers. Apprentices gain valuable hands-on coaching experience in schools, youth centres and sports clubs.

Graduates will be expected to move into employment, training or further education after the programme, with many going on to coach sport and physical activity in their local communities, supporting people to be more active.

This support from the Westminster Foundation provides life-changing opportunities for young people to pursue careers in sports coaching. Additionally, it has a broader impact by promoting physical activity within local communities, contributing to their overall wellbeing and development.