Job Description

Job Title:

Education and Sport Coordinator

Salary:

29,000

Hours of Work:

Monday - Friday, usually 8:30am - 4:30pm (flexible hours and working location is an option for the right candidate.

You will be expected to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, excluding lunch breaks. The role may include evening and weekend hours.

Location:

Blackburn Rovers Football Club, Ewood Park, Blackburn, BB2 4JF.

Responsible To:

Head of Education, Skills and Training Services + BRCT Executive Team

Contractual Status:

Full Time - permanent

Closing Date:

Friday 11th July 2025 at 12pm (noon)

(May close earlier if enough suitable applications are received, so early application is strongly recommended.)

Overall purpose of the Job:

Blackburn Rovers Community Trust (BRCT) is the award-winning independent charitable arm of founding member of the EFL and the Premier League - Blackburn Rovers FC.

Using the brand of Blackburn Rovers FC and the power of football and sport for positive social change, we are seeking to appoint a Education and Sport Coordinator.

The Education and Sport Coordinator will work closely with the Head of Education to support key areas of curriculum delivery, student engagement, and sports coordination. Lead and coordinate curriculum development, including course planning, scheduling, and ensuring alignment with required guided learning hours. Oversee and support the recruitment process for BTEC courses, ensuring effective engagement strategies and successful learner enrolment. Oversee internal and external verification processes, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards related to teaching, learning, lesson plans, and subject unit outlines. Collaborate with our subcontracted college, coordinating QA visits and attending meetings to monitor learner enrolments and tracking activities. Plan and coordinate high-quality football and sport coaching sessions for BTEC students and oversee the organisation of matches. Carry out teaching and pastoral responsibilities as directed by the Head of Education, Skills and Training Services. Support student welfare by providing guidance on bursaries, exam entries, and accessing additional learner support services. Deliver high-quality teaching and learning for BTEC Level 1, 2, and 3 sport students while contributing to other Trust programmes as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Education and Sport Coordinator will be responsible for leading student recruitment efforts for BTEC courses and overseeing the coordination and delivery of football coaching and competitive matches. Additionally, they will support curriculum development, teaching, and student welfare to ensure a high-quality learning experience. Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality football and sport coaching sessions for BTEC students, as well as organise and oversee competitive matches. Support curriculum development by assisting in planning, timetabling, and ensuring courses meet guided learning hour requirements. The Sports and Education Coordinator will be responsible for leading student recruitment efforts for BTEC courses and overseeing the coordination and delivery of football coaching and competitive matches. Additionally, they will support curriculum development, teaching, and student welfare to ensure a high-quality learning experience. Lead the recruitment process for BTEC Sport courses, engaging with prospective students and stakeholders to promote opportunities. Plan, coordinate, and deliver high-quality football and sport coaching sessions for BTEC students, as well as organise and oversee competitive matches. Support curriculum development by assisting in planning, timetabling, and ensuring courses meet guided learning hour requirements. Ensure the completion of internal and external verification processes, overseeing quality assurance related to teaching, learning, lesson plans, and subject unit outlines. Liaise with our subcontracted college, arranging QA visits, attending meetings, and tracking learner enrolments and progress. Teach BTEC Level 1, 2, and 3 in Sport, as well as support the delivery of University of South Wales (USW) programmes. Support and mentor PGCE trainees through placement coordination, lesson observations, and feedback to meet ITT requirements Collaborate with teachers and coaches to enhance the quality of sports provision and student learning experiences. Contribute to maintaining excellence in teaching and learning for BTEC Sport students. Maintain regular contact with absent students and their parents/guardians to offer support and encourage attendance. Work alongside the Head of Education, Skills and Training to prioritise student welfare, ensuring additional support is provided when needed. Safeguard and promote student welfare, ensuring all student interactions and support arrangements align with safeguarding policies. Act as a personal tutor, guiding and mentoring students to help them achieve their academic and personal development goals. Participate in continuous professional development activities. Promoting equal opportunities in service delivery and employment.
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.
Maintain good order and discipline among the students and safeguard their health and safety both when they are on the Trust premises and when they are engaged in authorised Trust activities elsewhere.

Acting in accordance with Trust corporate objectives and policies and seeks to promote them. Maintaining awareness of, and acting in accordance with, the provisions of the Health & Safety at Work Act. Fulfilling other duties, as may reasonably be required from time to time, including evenings, parents' evenings, Trust events etc. Supporting on Blackburn Rovers FC match day activities and other Community Trust activities as and when required.

General:

To always be approachable and represent Blackburn Rovers Community Trust in a professional manner regarding dress, presentation, personal hygiene, attitude, conduct and professionalism. To be able to work flexible and unsociable hours where the role of the job requires including some evenings, weekends and overnight stays. To contribute to a positive working and learning environment.

Person Specification:

Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications:

Essential:

Experience coordinating programmes and/or teams. Strong knowledge of funding, awarding body standards, and quality assurance. Teaching qualification at Level 4 or above (e.g. Certificate in Education, PGCE, or equivalent). Degree in Sport or any other relevant field Level 2 qualification in Sport (e.g. BTEC, NVQ, A-Level PE) or higher. Maths and English GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). Full UK Driving License Up-to-date knowledge of the BTEC Sport specifications.
An awareness of the assessment procedures and verification of BTEC courses.

Leadership experience. Ability to assess and mark students work against set criteria. Personal tutor or mentor.

Desirable:

Assessor qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1, or equivalent). Internal Verifier qualification (e.g. V1 or equivalent). Level 2 or 3 coaching certificate in one or more sports (e.g. FA Level 2). Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (if not already held at GCSE). First Aid qualification. D1 (Minibus driving licence) Acceptance to complete mandatory training, there may be conditions attached to these training courses. (To be discussed at interview)

Skills:

Innovative and flexible approach to supporting students and pupils. Excellent communication skills, particularly when dealing with post 16 learners. Suitable to work with students and with the ability to form good relationships with 16 to 19-year-old students. The ability to work professionally as part of a team of staff.

Desirable

:

Flexible and positive attitude towards new courses in the area. Experience in counselling, mentorship or working with agencies who support young people who require additional support.

Values:

Professional, approachable, and personable in manner Self-aware, highly motivated, and proactive in approach Adaptable and responsive to changing priorities and environments Committed to high standards, quality, and organisational values Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect for diversity

Please note:

The person appointed to this post will, from day-to-day, have contact with children and vulnerable adults, many of whom are under eleven years of age, and several whom may have moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Therefore, the post holder will require an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 11/07/2025