Football Coach 1-Year Fixed Term

The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a Football Coach. In this role, you will work closely with the Physical Education Teams. Ashton on Mersey School is in the central hub of The Dean Trust and serves the community of Sale and beyond.

The school has:

• An ambitious co-produced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4 leading to a full A-Level and vocational qualification offer in Key Stage 5 at our thriving sixth form.
• A reputation for securing year on year examination results that are consistently strong.
• Modern, high-quality facilities with the latest technology solutions accessible to all staff and pupils and with sports facilities that rank alongside some of the best in the country.
• An exceptional character and personal development programme which involves a renowned provision of extra-curricular activity with specialism in Sport and Performing Arts.
• A dedicated group of teaching and support staff that lead excellent pastoral care in an inclusive school which maintains a traditional expectation with regards to standards of behaviour.
• Direct access to the Believe Learning Institute (The Dean Trust’s centre for professional learning including leadership development), Turing NW Maths Hub and SCITT; all based on site.
• World class opportunities and partnerships forged with national and international partners including Sale Sharks and Manchester United Football Club with whom we have provided an educational package for youth players for over 25 years.

This exciting opportunity will suit a candidate who has the following qualities, knowledge and skills:

• UEFA B Licence or FA level 2
• Valid FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
• Valid Emergency First Aid in Football
• Previous experience of coaching young players to a high standard
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of coaching or teaching young people in a school, club or community setting
• Experience of monitoring and evaluating impact of sessions and programmes
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding legislation
• Can use ICT effectively to support learning
• Strong written and presentation skills
• Excellent communications skills across multiple levels, with parents or guardians and players
• To be able to work effectively with pupils, staff, parents and members of the community
• Willingness to participate in further training and development opportunities
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team and independently
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing with children and adults
• Ability to motivate others
• Ability to meet agreed target
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Reflective and adaptable
• Good attendance and timekeeping