College Academy Coach (20hrs per week)

QPR In The Community Trust; Northolt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community sports trust in Northolt is seeking a College Academy Coach to work with young footballers. This role involves coaching at Hewens College and Rayners Lane, handling game-day activities, and ensuring the safeguarding of youth participants. Candidates should have relevant coaching qualifications and a passion for youth development. This position offers a sessional contract (20 hours per week) with competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence desirable.
• Proven experience working with young footballers.
• Ability to engage players effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coach sessions at Hewens College and Rayners Lane.
• Prepare and lead game day activities.
• Administer team-related tasks.

Skills

UEFA B Licence

UEFA C Licence

DBS, Safeguarding & Emergency Aid Qualifications

Driving Licence

Experience with footballers aged 16-19

Team administration

Knowledge of safeguarding issues

Various delivery styles to engage players

Job description

Job Title: College Academy Coach

Type of contract: Sessional (20hrs)

Pay Rate: £12.21 - £15ph depending on experience

Location: Hewens College (Hayes) and Rayners Lane (Harrow)

Department: College Academy

Our award-winning QPR College Programme is looking to recruit an ambitious, reliable football coach to join our team.

Weekly Timetable - 20hrs

• Monday - Hewens College 9am - 11am / Rayners Lane 12pm – 2pm
• Tuesday - Hewens College 9am - 11am / Rayners Lane 12pm - 2pm
• Wednesday - Game Day (5 hours average)
• Thursday - Rayners Lane 12pm – 2pm
• Friday - Hewens College 9am - 11am

Additional operational duties will be required throughout the week.

Qualifications and Experience

• UEFA B Licence (desirable)
• UEFA C Licence
• In-date DBS, Safeguarding & Emergency Aid Qualifications
• Driving Licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
• Previous experience working with footballers aged 16-19 years old
• Experience with team administration
• Practical knowledge of safeguarding issues
• Ability to use various delivery styles to engage players

Personal Qualities

• A passion for working with young people
• Ability to build excellent relationships with players and staff
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Excellent communication and timekeeping skills

QPR in the Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, will be conducted.

Queens Park Rangers Football Club and QPR in the Community Trust are committed to equality.