Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Football Coach to join our youth engagement programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the community development work of the Town Council through football, working with young people aged 11-18 years in targeted areas. Responsibilities include delivering planned football sessions, supporting participants and maintaining a positive, safe environment.

The role includes managing attendance, coordinating teams, officiating small-sided matches, and applying behaviour management strategies.

Responsibilities

Engaging with young people by

Building positive relationships and encouraging participation through football and related activities

Session delivery

Delivering pre-planned age appropriate engaging football training sessions promoting skill development and enjoyment Take the opportunity to improve your skills in the area of planning for age specific delivery through mentorship with our UEFA qualified coach Organise team practices, drills, and game strategies to optimise player performance Coordinate with other coaches and staff to ensure smooth operation of the programme Promote fair play, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude among all participants

Safety and Wellbeing

Ensure safety protocols are adhered to during all activities and maintain a safe environment for players

Event Support

Assist with the organisation and delivery of tournaments, matches and other events.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Monitor player progress and maintain accurate records of attendance and development

Requirements

Awareness of Youth work procedures and an ability to effectively communicate with young people Proven experience in sports coaching, preferably within football or similar team sports Strong teaching skills with the ability to motivate and inspire players of varying ages and abilities Excellent organisational skills to plan effective training sessions and manage team logistics Good communication skills to liaise effectively with players, parents, and staff A recognised coaching qualification, FA Level 1 or willingness to obtain one is desirable DBS clearance / a willingness to undergo DBS check A passion for sport, youth development, and fostering teamwork within a community setting Qualification in Youth Work, Community Development, Education or a related field is desirable Knowledge of local issues affecting young people (e.g Mental Health, Education, Employment) would also enhance your suitability for the role

Additional Information

This role is for a Friday Evening from 5:30 to 9 / 9:30pm Training and development opportunities are available along with additional hours and expansion into working with the wider Community Engagement Team Potential for full time roles For an information chat re the role, feel free to contact Daryl Hobson on 07506 282769
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.06-19.32 per hour

Expected hours: 4 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave
Work Location: In person