Job Description

We are looking for a passionate, inclusive, and enthusiastic Football Coach to lead our weekly Pan Disability Football sessions. This role is perfect for someone who believes in the power of sport to bring people together and who is committed to creating a safe, enjoyable, and accessible football environment for players with a range of disabilities.

The coach will plan and deliver engaging football activities suitable for players of all abilities and needs, ensuring everyone is included, challenged, and supported.

Your main responsibilities:

Deliver 6 hours coaching hours across our disability projects per week. Plan high quality sessions with a focus on self-reflection. Establish constructive relationships with participants and interact with them according to individual needs. Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all participants. Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults in line with Foundation's policies. Complete all admin tasks associated with the role and all CPD requirements.

Essential:

FA Level 1 / Introduction to Coaching Football qualification (or equivalent). Experience working with individuals with disabilities (in sport, education, or care settings). Strong communication and interpersonal skills. A positive and patient attitude, with the ability to adapt and think on your feet. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in sport. Valid FA Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Children certifications. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one prior to starting). Have empathy, be supportive and encouraging to developing others. Have an open / growth mind-set. Be an honest, clear communicator. Willingness to learn and meet the needs of our participants and groups.

Desirable:

FA Level 2 Qualification in Coaching Football (or working towards) Level 2 NGB or UKCC Sports Coaching Qualification in another sport e.g. Multi-Sport FA Mentoring Adults course Hold a valid UK Driving Licence

Safeguarding Statement:

Bristol City Robins Foundation are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Criminal Records Checks and may include checks against the Barred Lists, as such it is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Therefore, all convictions including spent convictions that have not been subject to filtering by the DBS should be declared.

Equality Statement:

The successful candidate must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

1 x ticket to Bristol City Men, Bristol City Women and Bristol Bears ticket to home league matches The opportunity to be part of an incredible journey.

Notes

To apply please complete the application form through the following link: https://hr.breathehr.com/recruitment/vacancies/42982?identifier=therobinsfoundation Please note that CVs are not accepted. Closing date is the 26th September 2025 with interviews planned the week commencing 29th September 2025. Any questions please email hrenquiriesrobinsfoundation@bcfc.co.uk
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 13.95 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Work Location: On the road