Football and Goalkeeper Coach

BEDE; Herstmonceux; On-site; GBP 8,954,000 - 9,919,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension with salary exchange

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail Discounts

Aviva Digital GP app

Free gym & pool facilities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Death in Service

Complimentary Lunch

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Bede’s Trust is seeking an experienced Football and Goalkeeper Coach to join the Sports Department at our Senior School. The role supports a long-term programme, developing both team and individual growth, and enabling local recognition.

The appointment is a casual contract, with up to 220 hours per year, offering an attractive hourly rate of £30.26 plus holiday pay and a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching within a school sports department.
• Ability to deliver a nationally-recognised programme.
• Commitment to promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior School in developing a long-term football programme.
• Inspire pupils and foster team and personal growth.
• Contribute to providing world-class facilities and specialist coaching.

Skills

Football coaching

Goalkeeper coaching

Sports coaching

Job description

Bede's Trust requires an experienced and proactive individual to join the Sports Department as a Football and Goalkeeper Coach.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspiring each generation with a nationally-recognised programme, world-class facilities and specialist coaches; opportunity, drive and participation are at the heart of what we do. Whether pursuing sport as a career or a hobby, Bede’s pupils are encouraged to exceed all expectations, grow in confidence and develop a life-long passion for a healthy, active lifestyle.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who will be supporting our Senior School in developing a long-term programme which facilitates team and individual growth, as well enabling local recognition.

We will be offering a casual contract, working up to 220 hours per year.

Offering an attractive hourly rate of £30.26 plus holiday pay along with a range of staff benefits including:

• A generous company pension with salary exchange options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation
• Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership,
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service),
• Complimentary Lunch provided,
• Free onsite parking at the Senior School.

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well‑being and education of the pupils.

For further information about the role please see the Job Description below.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact [e-mail]. Please note that we are unable to accept CV’s, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.

Application Closing Date: Friday 9th October2026 at 8am.

Bede’s Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check