Main Purpose of Job

To provide sports coaching sessions within Schools and Community based sessions for both male and female participants, children and young people. The post holder needs to be flexible and may work irregular hours (e.g. evenings & weekends) given the nature of the role.

Responsibilities

• To deliver a variety of sports sessions professionally and with the flexibility to ensure all participants are offered coaching at a level appropriate to their ability and support needs.
• Develop relationships with participants, community members, youth service staff, support workers/carers, parents, and other key partners/stakeholders to ensure effective session delivery.
• Keep up to date monitoring including registers, VIEWS database, risk assessments and any relevant reporting documents.
• To access all Quality Assurance staff training offered by the Trust during the term of employment.
• To ensure all equipment is available and well maintained.
• Ensure they are aware of any medical issues concerning the participants.
• Understand and comply with the organization's child protection and safeguarding policies.
• Abide by a professional code of conduct that emphasizes appropriate behaviour when interacting with participants.
• Participate in and stay up to date with relevant child protection training and workshops.
• Actively promote relevant trust offers.
• Contribute to the effective delivery of tournaments & events
• Understand and comply with the organisation's child protection and safeguarding policies.
• Abide by a professional code of conduct that emphasises appropriate behaviour when interacting with participants.
• Follow established protocols for data protection and privacy.
• Act as a point of contact in emergency situations, providing assistance and guiding individuals to safety.
• Participate in training sessions related to safeguarding and emergency response.
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly to the appropriate authorities or designated personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, concerns, and actions taken
• Participate in and stay up to date with relevant child protection training and workshops.
• Ensure the safety of participants by providing adequate supervision during all sports activities.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies promptly, including administering first aid and following established emergency procedures.

The Selection Criteria

Essential

• Minimum Level 1 or 2 sports coaching qualification
• Safeguarding certificate
• Emergency Aid certificate
• Current DBS
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to establish and maintain good working relationships
• Experience in planning and delivering sports activities.
• Experience in understanding and commitment to physical education, sport and long-term athlete development
• Ability to travel to variety of workplaces within West London utilising own or public transport
• Flexible to work outside normal office hours

Looking for coaches with experience in delivering

• Football
• Basketball
• Boxing
• Gymnastic
• Dance
• Tag rugby
• Other sports

Desirable

• FA Level 2 Football qualification
• UEFA B
• FA Youth Modules
• AFPE Level 3 qualification
• Computer Literate (Microsoft Office) / IT skills
• Experience of detached youth work or working within a youth work setting

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full. This role is a Regulated Activity Role - please complete the Declaration of Offences Form

Brentford FC stands apart from many other Premier League clubs. We put our fans at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in being a genuine community club. Although we operate sustainably, we’re unafraid to take calculated risks. Our culture is something we value deeply - an environment built on development, inclusion and the confidence to think differently. Being progressive, humble and respectful, while working together as one team across the entire Club, shapes the way we operate and the decisions we make every day.

In partnership with Brentford FC, the Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is a pioneering force within the local community. Harnessing the power of sport, the Trust works to educate, motivate and inspire people from all backgrounds. Together, we deliver a wide range of programmes across education, employability, sports participation, health and community engagement.