Shots Foundation
Sport and Education Officer
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Job Summary
Shots in the Community Foundation are the affiliated club community organisation (CCO) of Aldershot Town Football Club (registered charity: 1172414). Aldershot Town Football Club is an established professional football club competing in the Enterprise National League.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join the Shots Foundation team. In this role you will be expected to lead and grow the Shots Foundation’s Sport and Education programmes, this includes our School Programme, Holiday Camps, and other ad-hoc support for local schools. This will comprise of football coaching, and football development administration. You will be expected to work across other programmes within the Foundation where appropriate and at the request of the Head of Foundation.
In your role you will be expected to always represent both the Shots Foundation and Aldershot Town Football Club professionally and respectfully. You will report to the Head of Foundation.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality football coaching sessions for children in primary schools aged 4-11, ensuring they are appropriate, safe, and engaging.
- Teach fundamental football skills, including passing, shooting, dribbling, and defending, to players at all levels of experience and ability.
- Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes fair play, respect, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
- Maintain and analyse project data, including day-to-day registers, awards, and personal data.
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with partner schools including headteachers, PE leads, and members of staff.
- Identify areas for growth and improvement within the Sport and Education sector and within partner schools.
- Assist the Head of Foundation with the general day-to-day operations of the Shots Foundation, which may include Aldershot Town FC matchdays.
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Requirements
Essential:
- A minimum FA UEFA C (or equivalent) Qualification.
- Holds an Enhanced DBS Check or can obtain one (Essential).
- Previous experience coaching or working with children in a primary school environment.
- Flexibility and a willingness to work occasional weekends.
- Understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect and engage with children and adults.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- To be able to work proactively and effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines under pressure.
- The ability to build positive relationships with participants, partners, schools and community organisations.
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Desirable:
- Experience delivering community-based projects.
- Experience working for a football club charity.
Benefits:
- Complimentary tickets to Aldershot Town Football Club home fixtures.
- Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses paid.
- Paid annual leave.
- Supplied football coaching equipment and clothing.
- Experience of working for and being part of the team at a professional football club.
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