Lead Football Coach — Community Impact & SEND Development

Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused charity in West Sussex is seeking a Lead Coach for their Premier League Inspires and Kicks programme. The role involves planning and delivering engaging football sessions, mentoring, and working with students with additional needs. Ideal candidates have a UEFA C Licence, experience in sports or education, and strong interpersonal skills. This position is permanent and offers various benefits including holiday increase with service and training opportunities.

Benefits

23 days holiday rising with length of service

Access to wellbeing platform

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training programme

Exclusive discounts and benefits

Qualifications

• Prior experience in the sports or education sector.
• Solid understanding of working within SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
• Strong interpersonal skills and consistency as a team performer.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality experiences primarily through football sessions.
• Support workshops and social action projects.
• Deliver mentoring programmes and behavioural development strategies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in sports or education

Understanding of SEND sports

Education

UEFA C Licence

FA Safeguarding Children

FA Introduction to First Aid

Job description

A community-focused charity in West Sussex is seeking a Lead Coach for their Premier League Inspires and Kicks programme. The role involves planning and delivering engaging football sessions, mentoring, and working with students with additional needs. Ideal candidates have a UEFA C Licence, experience in sports or education, and strong interpersonal skills. This position is permanent and offers various benefits including holiday increase with service and training opportunities.