Job Description

Are you passionate about football and inspiring young people?


Do you want to help develop their skills, confidence, and aspirations through the beautiful game? Join the FireFit Youth Team as a

Football Coach

and make a lasting impact!

This is a permanent part-time role offering 6hrs per week -

Saturday 12 - 6pm

Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver exciting, high-quality football coaching sessions for young people aged 6-21, ensuring inclusivity and safety. Use football as a tool to help young people build social skills, confidence, and aspirations. Encourage participation in group activities, helping young people form connections and gain new experiences. Introduce players to the value of small-sided games (e.g., 5v5, 7v7) to develop their skills effectively. Evaluate sessions using FireFit Hub's Youth Outcomes Framework to ensure continuous improvement and high standards. Support Lead Youth Workers in liaising with other organisations to arrange competitive football opportunities for young people. Maintain a positive environment during sessions by promoting good behaviour and discipline. Ensure all equipment is in excellent condition and ready for use. Monitor and evaluate activities to meet performance targets and the needs of young people. Safeguard the welfare of young people, ensuring any concerns are reported in line with FireFit policies. Actively promote FireFit Hub, encouraging youth membership and participation.

Skills & Experience:

Minimum of FA Level 1/2 in Coaching Football First Aid at Work qualification (or be willing to work towards) Experience of delivering football coaching to diverse cohorts of young people Experience of challenging behaviour of young people and knowledge of conflict management

Interview Process:

Candidates will undergo in-person interviews, consisting of competency-based questions. Interviews will take place no sooner than 11th Feb 2025, and will be held between 1700 - 2100hrs.

Additional Information:

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:

Right to work verification Qualification certificate check 2x Completed references OH Health Questionnaire - Fit For Work DBS check (if required for role) Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C's
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.