Self Employed Football Coach

Active Again CIC; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community interest company is seeking a Self-Employed Football Coach based in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves delivering various football sessions, including after-school clubs and sessions for vulnerable adults. Candidates must have an FA Level 2 / UEFA C Coaching Certificate and an Enhanced DBS check, along with experience working in community sports. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to positively impact the community through sport.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Community impact

Supportive environment

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• FA Level 2 / UEFA C Coaching Certificate is essential.
• Valid Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain.
• Experience working with young people and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Deliver football sessions with young vulnerable adults.
• Conduct women’s and girls’ football sessions.
• Organize after-school football clubs.

Skills

FA Level 2 / UEFA C Coaching Certificate

Experience with diverse groups

Knowledge of safeguarding practices

Communication skills

Basic sign language skills

Job description

Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Football Coach

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Rate of Pay: £15.00 per hour

Hours: Approx. 10 per week (with potential for growth)

About Us

We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to using sport as a powerful tool to build confidence, improve wellbeing, and create inclusive opportunities for everyone in our community. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and committed Self-Employed Football Coach to join our team and deliver high-quality, engaging football sessions.

About the Role

As part of our coaching team, you will deliver a variety of football sessions across the community, including:

• Sessions with young vulnerable adults
• Women’s and girls’ football sessions
• Football sessions for deaf adults (basic sign language skills desirable)
• After-school football clubs

The role is approximately 10 hours per week, with the potential for further opportunities as our projects expand.

Requirements

• FA Level 2 / UEFA C Coaching Certificate (essential)
• Valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working with diverse groups, including vulnerable adults and young people
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices
• Some knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) or willingness to develop this skill
• First Aid and Safeguarding certificates (desirable)

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about community sport
• Confident in adapting sessions for a wide range of needs and abilities
• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment
• A strong communicator and positive role model

Benefits

• Flexible hours (approx. 10 per week)
• £15.00 per hour
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community
• Supportive CIC environment with progression opportunities
• Potential for additional hours as our projects grow

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference through sport, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d like to join our team to: [e-mail]