Chester Football Club
Football Education Coach
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Football Education Coach
Chester FC Community Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Football Education Coach to join our Football & Education programme.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality coaching sessions, leading matchday activity, and supporting the holistic development of student-athletes participating in our Football Education Programme. The Football Education Coach will help create a positive, professional and player-centred environment where students can thrive both on and off the pitch.
This is a part-time permanent position for 10 hours per week, with the successful applicant required to work:
- Monday afternoon
- Tuesday afternoon
- Wednesday (Matchday)
- Friday afternoon
The ideal candidate will hold a minimum UEFA C Licence (or equivalent), together with current FA Safeguarding and Emergency First Aid qualifications. Experience coaching players aged 16-19 within an education or academy environment is desirable, along with excellent communication and organisational skills.
A competitive hourly rate, dependent on qualifications and experience, will be offered. We also provide club kit, opportunities for continued professional development (CPD), and the chance to play a key role within an ambitious Football Education programme. Appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Football Education Coach Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality football coaching sessions that align with the programme’s playing philosophy.
- Lead the team on weekly matchdays, including pre-match preparation, in-game coaching and post-match review.
- Support the development of individual players through regular feedback and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
- Work collaboratively with education staff to promote high standards of attendance, behaviour and academic achievement.
- Create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential.
- Maintain accurate records including session plans, attendance, player reviews and match reports.
- Monitor player wellbeing and contribute to the pastoral support of students where appropriate.
- Support player recruitment activities including trials, open events and talent identification.
- Represent the organisation in a professional manner at fixtures, tournaments and external events.
- Ensure all coaching activities comply with FA safeguarding, equality, health & safety and club policies.
- Engage in CPD opportunities to continually develop coaching practice and contribute to the ongoing development of the Football Education programme.
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Candidate Requirements
- UEFA C Licence (minimum) or equivalent coaching qualification.
- FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (or Emergency First Aid in Football).
- FA Safeguarding qualification.
- Experience coaching players within a football development, academy or education environment.
- Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate, inspire and develop young players.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable).
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