Huddersfield Town Foundation
Community Coach (Mentoring)
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Community Coach (Mentoring)
We have an exciting opportunity for a purpose-driven and passionate Community Coach (Mentoring) to join the Huddersfield Town Foundation’s Education & Community team. You will play a vital role in delivering impactful mentoring, personal development, and engagement programmes that support young people and adults at risk across Kirklees to GROW through learning and opportunity, BELONG through connection and inclusion, and THRIVE through improved wellbeing.
This is a hands-on delivery role, working directly with participants across schools, community settings, and alternative provision environments. You will support the delivery of flagship programmes including Premier League Inspires and Premier League Kicks.
They will also deliver across a variety of projects within the Foundation’s Education & Community Pillar, including but not limited to: GOALS (Gain Opportunities and Life Skills) in HMP New Hall, Care Leavers Football, Twinning Project, GOALS in the Community, Million Hours and PEAK (Positive Engagement Against Knives).
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver and evaluate mentoring sessions and interventions across Premier League Inspires, Premier League Kicks, and a range of Education & Community programmes.
- Support young people and adults at risk through engaging, participant-centred activities that build confidence, resilience, aspirations, and life skills.
- Deliver projects including GOALS (Gain Opportunities and Life Skills), Twinning Project, PEAK (Positive Engagement Against Knives), Million Hours, Care Leavers Football, and GOALS in HMP New Hall.
- Build positive relationships with participants, schools, community organisations, and partner agencies to maximise engagement and outcomes.
- Embed a trauma-informed and safeguarding-focused approach in all aspects of delivery.
- Maintain high-quality monitoring and evaluation processes, including registers, participant data, case studies, and impact reporting.
- Act as an ambassador for the Huddersfield Town Foundation, promoting our Terrier Spirit values and representing the organisation professionally at all times.
- Contribute to programme targets and KPI achievement, ensuring evidence of impact is consistently collected and reported.
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About You
We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting people to overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
You will have:
- Experience working with young people and/or adults at risk in education, community, youth work, sport, or mentoring settings.
- The ability to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and impactful sessions.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience of supporting participant progression, engagement, and personal development.
- Confidence in recording, monitoring, and reporting participant outcomes.
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and participant wellbeing.
- A positive and proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Essential Qualifications
- English and Maths GCSE at grades A*-C or 4-9
- Valid FA Emergency Aid Certificate
- Valid Safeguarding Certificate
- Level 2 multi-skills or other equivalent Level 2 NGB qualification
- Have or be working towards a relevant Level 2 qualification (or higher)
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people and adults across Kirklees. As part of an ambitious Foundation, you will play a key role in delivering programmes that create positive outcomes, strengthen communities, and help participants develop the confidence, skills, and support networks they need to grow, thrive and belong.
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About Huddersfield Town Foundation
The Huddersfield Town Foundation is the official charity of Huddersfield Town AFC, established in 2012 with a simple but powerful mission: to ensure that every child in Kirklees starts their day with the nutrition they need to learn, grow and succeed. What began with just five “Early Kick-Off” Breakfast Clubs has since evolved into one of the region’s most impactful community organisations. Today, the Foundation proudly delivers Breakfast Clubs across dozens of schools and has now served more than three million breakfasts, offering local children consistency, nourishment, and a positive start to their day.
We are guided by three core pillars - Grow, Thrive and Belong - which shape all our programmes and reflect the journey we want every individual in our community to experience. In 2024–25 alone, our work generated £13.1 million in social value, demonstrating the scale and depth of our impact across Kirklees. Through education, health, and community initiatives, we support people of all ages by helping children raise aspirations, empowering individuals to improve their physical and mental wellbeing, and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels supported and connected.
Rooted in the community, we use the power of football and strong local partnerships to create lasting change. From youth engagement and employability programmes to health initiatives and support for vulnerable groups, our work extends far beyond sport - strengthening families, building confidence, and fostering a sense of belonging. With the support of donors, partners and local fundraisers, we continue to expand our reach and make a meaningful difference where it matters most.
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