Football Coach (Bank)

Chichester College Group; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Haywards Heath is seeking an experienced Football Coach to enhance its Sports Academy Programme. This role involves coaching, match preparation, and community outreach. The ideal candidate will have a passion for player development and a commitment to fostering a positive environment for student-athletes. Flexible hours are available, making it a suitable position for those balancing other commitments.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discount schemes on various services

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching football at a competitive level.
• Ability to engage with students and local schools.
• Strong understanding of technical, tactical, and psychological aspects of sports.

Responsibilities

• Coach and prepare teams for matches.
• Develop and implement training programs.
• Lead community outreach initiatives.

Skills

Coaching experience

Team collaboration

Player development

Job description

Haywards Heath College, part of the Chichester College Group

Football Coach (Bank) Ref: HH5839

£15.49 - £16.21 per hour

Variable hours

Haywards Heath College is excited to recruit an experienced and motivated Football Coach to join our highly successful Sports Academy Programme, encompassing Men s and Women s Football and Futsal. We are proud to be 2024 National Futsal Champions & 2025 Runners up, and we are looking for a coach who can continue to enhance the Academy s reputation and performance.

About the Role

As part of our multi-sport Academy team-which includes Netball, Basketball, and Rugby - you will play a key role in coaching, match day preparation, and programme development. You will work collaboratively with fellow academy staff and academic teaching teams to ensure student-athletes thrive both on the field and in the classroom.

We provide an environment where player development is paramount, focusing on the technical, tactical, physical, and psychological aspects of performance, all contributing to improved game intelligence.

The role also includes leading the development of a community outreach programme, engaging with local feeder schools to strengthen pathways into the Academy and broaden participation.

Our Staff Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• Discount schemes including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we re here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG.

Work Pattern: Monday 2:00 to 4:00, Wednesday 10:00 to 6:00 and Friday 2:00 to 4:00

Closing date: 24 November 2025

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists, any relevant overseas checks and a self-declaration relating to the disqualification regulations. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.