FE Sports Lecturer & Academy Football Coach

Juniper Training; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Coventry Sphinx FC, CV3 1WA

Salary: £24,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

️ Start date: Ideally mid to late August (last week preferred)

Application deadline: 25/04/2025

We’re excited to be recruiting for a Sports Lecturer & Football Coach to join our full-time further education programme based at Coventry Sphinx FC. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong sports education and football coaching background to play a key role in developing the next generation of players both on and off the pitch.

You’ll deliver NCFE Level 3 Sport qualifications as part of Juniper Training’s college programme in partnership with Future Pro Academy – an established football academy with a proven record of producing professional players over the past 10 years.

As part of our dedicated and supportive delivery team, you’ll be responsible for teaching, coaching, and mentoring learners, supporting them to achieve their qualifications and progress into apprenticeships, employment, or higher education.

About the role:

Full-time position (Monday to Friday)

Based in-person at Coventry Sphinx FC

Delivering classroom-based NCFE Level 3 Sport education

Coaching learners in both training and matchday environments

Supporting with GCSE Maths & English delivery where required

Helping to shape a positive and inclusive learning environment

What we’re looking for:

Experience working in a college, training provider or football environment

Strong coaching background and understanding of academy-level football

A degree-level qualification (essential)

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or willingness to work towards this

QTLS and/or PGCE (desirable)

A passion for developing young people and helping them achieve their goals

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Why join us?

Be part of a national training provider with a strong reputation in sport and education

Access to a wide range of teaching resources and internal support

Links with The FA National Coach Education Team and ongoing CPD

Supportive and inclusive team culture – welcoming applications from all backgrounds

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!

25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
Buy & sell annual leave
️ Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long service & special recognition awards
️ Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
PRIDE monthly celebrations
Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
Christmas Savings Club
Eyecare reimbursement
Cycle to Work Scheme
Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
️ Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
Corporate events throughout the year!

Diversity & Inclusion Matters

At Juniper, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.