Football Coach

Charnwood College have an amazing and unique opportunity for a Football Coach. We are passionate about sport and we’re looking for someone to improve participation, performance, and opportunities for our pupils. Whether you are new to coaching or have many years’ experience, we want to hear from you!

The role, based out of Loughborough but with the option to work across the David Ross Education Trust, will have responsibility for improving performance within our Sixth Form Football Academy, alongside enhancing participation across years 7 – 10. In addition, the post holder will develop the Charnwood Rangers community programme.

Depending on hours and availability, the coach may also run Trustwide Football opportunities including masterclasses, development days, trust competitions and All Stars.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to develop and grow our Football programme and their role within Charnwood College and the Trust. The successful candidate would work closely with the PE department to ensure sessions are planned, reported and delivered to a high standard.

There is the potential for some flexibility around the hours available and employment status for the right candidate.

About the role

Lead on the organisation and coaching of the Sixth Form Football squad, along with annual recruitment of internal and external players to the Sixth Form Football squad.

Deliver coaching sessions throughout the week before, during and/or after school to enhance performance and increase participation in all years. Hours can be flexible around the candidate.

Work with the Head of PE to effectively plan a programme of opportunities across the year including squad selection, training, competition, house competition and promotion to maximise performance and participation.

Promote the Football programme, via social media, press releases and regular update / reports to the Principal.

Collate and report attendance that will contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the Programme.

Run the weekly Charnwood Rangers sessions for two age groups at Charnwood College

Build close working relationships, or use current relationships, with local clubs and promote to pupils to attend outside of school time.

Help organise, plan and attend various fixtures throughout the academic year where your teams are competing

Salary & Benefits

£20.00-£40.00 per hour (Casual contract)

Access to Local Government Pension scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Coaching qualification or significant experience within Football

Passion for Football which could be drawn on to benefit the academy and pupils

Excellent organisation and communication skills

Ability to plan, organise and deliver meaningful coaching sessions

Willing to undertake additional NGB coaching qualifications

Experience of working in schools

Holder of a current first aid qualification, or willingness to undertake training

Holder of a current safeguarding qualification, or willingness to undertake training

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.