Job Description

Position: North Devon School and Community Coach

Location: North Devon (Okehampton, Holsworthy & Chumleigh)

Offices: Launceston Office/Remote working/School-based

Salary: 22,283 per annum

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Hours: 35 hours per week, evening and weekend working may be required

Reports to: East Cornwall and North Devon Regional Manager

Argyle Community Trust (ACT) is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual for the role of Community Coach. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who loves sport, enjoys inspiring others, and thrives on being active within their local community.

As part of a dynamic and supportive team, the successful candidate will play a vital role in helping ACT make a positive impact on individuals and communities across North Devon. This position focuses on expanding access to sport and physical activity for all, contributing to the growth, development, and diversity of opportunities in the region.

We are looking to recruit a Schools and Community Coach who will primarily deliver sessions in a variety of school settings, as well as support community-based programmes including football development programmes and half-term camps.

As a registered charity, Argyle Community Trust works closely with Plymouth Argyle Football Club and partners across multiple sectors, using sport as a powerful tool to foster long-term engagement and community development.

A key responsibility of this role is to identify, establish, and maintain sustainable participation opportunities tailored to local needs, while also supporting regional delivery across North Devon and East Cornwall to ensure alignment with ACT's strategic goals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the KS1 and KS2 National Curriculum and school sport. Proven experience in delivering football and multi-skills activities to children aged 3-14 in a variety of settings--including schools and leisure venues--is essential.

Applicants should also hold relevant coaching or teaching qualifications across multiple sports and possess strong digital and administrative skills to support the wider responsibilities of the role.

How to Apply

If you can meet the specifications and would like to become part of the Argyle Community Trust team, please complete our online application form

https://hr.breathehr.com/v/north-devon-school-andcommunity-43480

You will be given the opportunity to upload a covering letter and CV should you wish to do so however, for safer recruitment purposes, we do not accept application by CV only.

If you would like further information or wish to discuss the post contact ACTrecruitment@pafc.co.uk.

For more information about the work of Argyle Community Trust and our strategic aims visit

https://argylecommunitytrust.co.uk/about-us/.

Closing date for applications - Sunday, 2 November 2025

Shortlisting - Monday, 3 November 2025

Interview Date -Tuesday, 11 November 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 22,283.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person