Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Football Coach
Location: Bury
Monday evenings at Hazelwood High School, BL9 7QT - 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Are you passionate about football and dedicated to empowering young players? We're seeking an Assistant Football Coach with an enthusiastic and outgoing personality to join our team in the Bury area, primarily focusing on sessions for Primary school-aged children.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting lively and interactive football training sessions tailored for Primary school-aged children, held Monday to Friday from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM or similar times.
- Collaborate with coaching staff to design dynamic activities, drills, and games that emphasize skill development and teamwork.
- Provide enthusiastic encouragement and mentorship to players, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for learning and growth.
- Support the coaching team in maintaining session structure and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
- Flexibility to contribute during holiday clubs or additional coaching activities.
Requirements:
- Passion for football and a genuine desire to inspire and mentor young players.
- An outgoing and engaging personality with exceptional communication skills.
- Interest in coaching and supporting the training of Primary school-aged children.
- Working towards or possess a Football Association (FA) coaching qualification.
- Valid First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain one.
- Valid Safeguarding qualification or willingness to obtain one.
- A valid driving license is preferable but not mandatory.
- Enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) will be required.
- Availability for potential shifts during holiday clubs.
Salary: £12.25 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
Experience:
- Sports coaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
First Kick Football was developed to provide children of all abilities with fun football and multi-sport experiences. Using the UK’s passion for sport, First Kick look to develop each child, delivering experiences and memories that will last for a lifetime.
The programmes are delivered by coaches of the highest quality and those that make sessions enjoyable for all primary school aged children that attend First Kick sessions.
Programmes include:
· Evening football development sessions
· Weekend pre-school football sessions
· Multi-sport holiday clubs during school holidays