Emily Matthews
Risby,Suffolk
Summary
Motivated and reliable professional with experience coaching children and leading school gymnastics clubs. Independently responsible for groups of up to 20 pupils, ensuring safety, positive behaviour, and high engagement. Strong communication and customer service skills, with a proven ability to stay organised, solve problems quickly, and build positive relationships with parents, staff and children. Fast-learning, adaptable, and confident working independently or as part of a team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Level 2 Gymnastics Coach
Rivers Gymnastics Academy
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
09.2023 - Current
- Led morning and after-school gymnastics clubs for 10-30 children per session, establishing safe, structured, and engaging activities.
- Facilitated behaviour management, enhancing children’s focus, confidence and participation.
- Cultivated strong relationships with staff and parents, earning positive feedback for professionalism and communication.
- Exhibited initiative through organisation of sessions and preparation of equipment.
- Tailored coaching strategies for diverse age groups and skill levels, promoting inclusive and enjoyable participation.
- Upheld stringent safeguarding and safety standards.
- Cultivated strong organisational, time management, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Level 2 Gymnastics Coach
Bury Spectrum Gymnastics Club
Bury St Edmunds , Suffolk
09.2018 - Current
- Coached children with a wide range of ages and abilities, delivering fun, safe and engaging sessions each week.
- Created structured lesson plans that supported skill development, confidence building and positive behaviour.
- Adapted activities for different needs, ensuring every child felt included and able to progress.
- Communicated effectively with parents, children and staff, building strong, positive relationships.
- Maintained high safeguarding and safety standards.
- Demonstrated leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills while working independently and as part of a coaching team.
- Received positive feedback for professionalism, reliability and creating a supportive environment.
Education
A-Levels - Photography, Criminology, Film Studies
Abbeygate Sixth Form College
Bury St Edmunds09.2021
GCSEs -
County Upper School
Bury St Edmunds 07.2021
Skills
- Leadership – confidently leading groups on your own
- Organisation & Time Management – planning sessions, setting up equipment, running clubs before/after school
- Behaviour Management – keeping groups calm, focused, and safe
- Communication Skills – speaking clearly with children, teachers, and parents
- Problem-Solving – staying calm and adapting when behaviour, space, or plans change
- Initiative – working independently without supervision
- Adaptability – adjusting activities to suit different ages and abilities
- Safeguarding Awareness – maintaining a safe, appropriate environment at all times
- Risk Assessment – checking equipment, space, and safety before sessions
- Reliability & Professionalism – turning up early, running regular clubs, representing the organisation
- Teamwork – coordinating with school staff and other coaches
- Patience & Emotional Intelligence – supporting children who need extra help or reassurance
- Creativity – designing fun and engaging lessons
- Responsibility & Trustworthiness – being solely in charge of a group of children
- Motivating Others – encouraging shy or nervous children to participates
Accomplishments
- Led gymnastics clubs for children of all ages, planning and delivering engaging, safe activities that improved confidence, teamwork, and behaviour.
- Built strong relationships with children, parents, and school staff, earning positive feedback for communication, professionalism, and reliability.
Certification
Certified Level 2 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Club
Timeline
Level 2 Gymnastics Coach
Rivers Gymnastics Academy
09.2023 - Current
Level 2 Gymnastics Coach
Bury Spectrum Gymnastics Club
09.2018 - Current
A-Levels - Photography, Criminology, Film Studies
Abbeygate Sixth Form College
GCSEs -
County Upper School