Hampshire Coach
- Chelsea FC
- Stamford Bridge Fulham Road,, London, SW6 1HS, United Kingdom
- 02 Jul, 2026
Job Description
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To deliver safe, inclusive and high quality coaching sessions on a daily basis across the core programmes. These to include, but not limited to all In-School and Out of School activity, Player Development Programme activity, sessions at a post 16 football programme and the various activity delivered during the school holidays.
• To deliver on activity to support, develop and enhance the relationships with local youth football clubs/schools/organisations/leisure centres/local authority.
• To deliver on any activity deemed appropriate and reasonable by the Line Manager
. • To support the team by networking and sharing relevant information and opportunities to further enhance the out-reach delivery programme.
• To carry out duties relevant to legislation and Foundation policies and procedures.
• To undertake any Foundation activities that maybe required in addition to the role.
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:
• To deliver coaching sessions across the week at no less than 60% of contracted hours. (This does not include travel and set up/down)
• To be a positive role model, creating a safe, positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage young people to succeed and develop.
• To build robust relationships with the customers, local schools, clubs, organisations and authorities.
• To help and support CFCF Development Staff, mentor and guide sessional workers in best practice and professionalism.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Qualifications:
• A minimum of the new FA Introduction to Football Coaching qualification. (FA Level 1 is the equivalent qualification).
• In date FA Safeguarding Children course & the FA Introduction to First Aid in Football certificate.
• Clean driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS check.
Experience:
• Been involved in community/grass roots sports as a participant or coach.
• Worked as part of a team within a sporting environment.
Skills and Behaviours:
• Good communication and organisation skills.
• Ability to organise and motivate team members.
• Confident and outgoing personality.
• Aims to support and improve staff members.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliable and trustworthy
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