Casual SO14 Active Coach

Southampton FC; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional football club in Southampton is seeking a Community Coach. You will engage with local adults to increase activity levels through creative coaching sessions. Ideal candidates will have experience working with community groups, strong communication skills, and a passion for enhancing community well-being. This part-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for learning and development

Working with like-minded individuals

Qualifications

• Experience of working with community groups.
• Experience in planning and delivering engaging activity sessions.
• Understanding of safeguarding sporting activities.
• Experience managing challenging behaviors in group settings.

Responsibilities

• Coach sessions to increase activity levels in the community.
• Work closely with SO14 Active Coordinator.
• Provide physical activities that suit community needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Flexibility in working hours

Commitment to equality and diversity

Education

FA Introduction to Football coaching qualification or equivalent

Introduction to First Aid in Football

FA Safeguarding Children in Football

Job description

Be part of our journey... Location: St Mary’s Stadium, Southampton

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Casual

Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Child’s Barred List

Saints Foundation bring Southampton FC to the heart of the community, using the power of the club and our passionate team to help fulfil individual potential and make Southampton a better place to live for all.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be working closely with SO14 Active Coordinator and will be responsible for coaching sessions to increase activity levels of adults in the SO14 area, by providing physical activities that suit the community need.

To find out more information on the project, please click on the link below:

https://www.southamptonfc.com/en/saints-foundation-active-through-football

Is this you?

Energetic, motivating and love to be creative in your delivery sessions. You know how to keep people engaged and having fun! Ideally you have worked in a similar role and have a passion for giving back to the local community.

Essential Experience

• Experience of working with community groups.
• Experience of, planning and delivering engaging activity sessions to a varied audience.
• An understanding of safeguarding sporting activities.
• Experience of managing challenging behaviours in group settings.

Essential Qualifications

• FA Introduction to Football coaching qualification (formerly FA Level 1 coaching) or equivalent qualification
• Introduction to First Aid in Football
• FA Safeguarding Children in Football

Essential Skills

• Excellent communication skills, able to interact with diverse groups.
• Ability to build a strong rapport with colleagues and participants with varying needs.
• Confident of delivering a range of activities
• Able to manage a group
• A flexible approach to working hours to include evening and weekend work.
• A strong awareness and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

How this benefits you…

If you are successful you can look forward to a healthy benefits package;

• A competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work for a professional Football Club.
• Working in an environment with strong core values.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Working with likeminded individuals.

How can I apply?

Just click on the apply button below, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV.

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received.*