Assistant Soccer Coach

JobStart Scheme; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community initiative is seeking a Soccer Coach to assist in organizing programs in Derry/Londonderry. The role involves coaching, engaging with youth and parents, and ensuring a safe environment during sporting activities. Applicants should hold a Level 1 IFA Coaching badge and possess good communication and organizational skills. This temporary position offers up to 25 hours per week, with potential for additional hours depending on availability.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory Enhanced ACCESS NI check before starting.
• Some knowledge of sporting benefits to individuals, families, and society.
• Sense of community.

Responsibilities

• Coaching soccer, primarily to young people.
• Engaging in a professional manner with all young people, parents and colleagues.
• Preparing and maintaining equipment.
• Planning and preparing sporting sessions.
• Attending meetings of all coaching and management.
• Ensuring young people have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of Google systems

Interest in web design and social media

Team working

Education

Level 1 IFA Coaching badge

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: CRESCENT VALLEY ENTERPRISES LTDPosition is responsible for assisting the head coach/lead coach with organising the Soccer programme at the assigned school/ centre/ holiday sessions and events. Position assists with conducting practices, motivating children, and assisting with instructing football techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coaching soccer, primarily to young people.
• Engaging in a professional manner with all young people, parents and colleagues.
• Preparing and maintaining equipment.
• Planning and preparing sporting sessions.
• Attending meetings of all coaching and management.
• Ensuring young people have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Skills and Qualifications

• Satisfactory Enhanced ACCESS NI check before starting.
• Support team working.
• Some knowledge of sporting benefits to individuals, families and society.
• Sense of community.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Level 1 IFA Coaching badge.
• Knowledge of Google systems.
• Interest in web design and social media as a tool for engagement.

Further Information

The Employer is: CRESCENT VALLEY ENTERPRISES LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information.Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1744139 Job Sector Leisure Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 19/11/2025 Closing date 30/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 21 Nov 2025