Casual Schools and Football Coach

Brentford Fc; Brentford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community sports organization seeks sports coaches to deliver engaging sessions for children and young people. Responsibilities include planning activities, maintaining safety records, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies. Applicants must possess a Level 1 or 2 coaching qualification and excellent interpersonal skills. The role demands flexibility with hours, including evenings and weekends. This role presents a unique opportunity to inspire young athletes in the Brentford area.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 1 or 2 sports coaching qualification is necessary.
• Experience in curriculum-based PE sessions is preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of sports sessions to a range of participants.
• Maintain accurate records including registers and risk assessments.
• Ensure safety of participants and respond to emergencies promptly.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team

Experience in planning and delivering sports activities

Understanding of physical education and athlete development

Education

Minimum Level 1 or 2 sports coaching qualification

Safeguarding certificate

Emergency Aid certificate

Current DBS

Tools

Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

Provide sports coaching sessions within schools and evening 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

• Deliver a variety of sports sessions professionally and at an appropriate level for participants' ability and support needs.
• Develop relationships with participants, teaching staff, support workers/carers, parents, and other key partners to ensure effective session delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date monitoring records including registers, VIEWS database, risk assessments and relevant reporting documents.
• Attend all Quality Assurance staff training offered by the Trust during the term of employment.
• Ensure all equipment is available and well maintained.
• Provide feedback to teachers/coaches where appropriate.
• Communicate any medical issues concerning participants.
• Understand and comply with the Trust’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.
• Promote the Trust’s relevant offers.
• Contribute to the effective delivery of tournaments and events.
• 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 safeguarding concerns promptly to the appropriate authorities or designated personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, concerns, and actions taken.
• 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.
• Must be able to work weekends.
• Flexible to work outside normal office hours.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in planning and delivering sports activities, in curriculum‐based PE sessions.
• Experience in understanding and commitment to physical education, sport and long‑term athlete development.
• Ability to travel to a variety of workplaces within West London using own transport.

Desirable

• FA Level 2 Football qualification.
• UEFA B.
• FA Youth Modules.
• AFPE Level 3 qualification.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) / IT skills.
• Minimum 12 months’ experience in delivering coaching sessions within a school’s or football development centre.
• Understanding of the structure of School PE curriculum.

Additionally, you will be required to complete 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. Please find out more at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.

Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff. The Trust is forecasting further significant expansion over the next two years following its appointment as a key partner in the redevelopment of Gunnersbury Park as a sports hub, and its move to new, larger, purpose‑built premises directly adjacent to the new Brentford FC 17,500‑capacity stadium near Kew Bridge in 2021.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from under‑represented groups such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. If you require any workplace accommodations (reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team.