BTEC Tutor/Coach

Full job description

We are Bolton Wanderers in the Community. One Club, One Community, One Town.

A sport-for-development charity based in Bolton that offers employees the opportunity to deliver life-changing work that makes an impact alongside colleagues who share a mutual passion for improving people’s lives. We are looking for passionate and motivated staff who will help us to achieve our vision of ‘A Connected Bolton Without Disadvantage’.

Our mission is to use the power of Bolton Wanderers Football Club (BWFC) to inspire, support and deliver positive change. Through intervention, prevention and targeted engagement we create sustainable pathways that transform lives. By working together, we connect people, enabling communities to thrive and succeed.

We continue to be an innovative and forward-thinking charity that works in partnership with local, regional and national organisations to achieve the greatest outcomes for our beneficiaries.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and engaging BTEC Tutor/Coach to join our amazing education team working within our Bolton Wanderers in the Community 16–18 BTEC study programme.

Job Purpose

The BTEC Tutor/Coach will work as part of the education team to deliver the BTEC Level 3 course, alongside the football development element, as a coach, of the 16-18 education programme.

The BTEC Tutor will be expected to teach BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sport Coaching and Development to learners enrolled on the 16-18 programme.

The post holder will work in line with internal and external (LFE) partner standards and operating procedures in terms of teaching, learning and assessment. During non-term time, for part of their hours, the post holder will revert back to their football development role and/or work across other programmes within the community, such as holiday football camps, when not on annual leave.

The post holder will be expected to take holidays during non-term time only.

Additional hours could possibly be secured through other football and coaching opportunities through Bolton Wanderers in the Community. This can include coaching Development squad sessions and Soccer Schools.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach, assess and support learners across a range of courses and levels.
• Monitor student attendance and progress, providing regular updates and data to the education team.
• Plan and deliver high‑quality teaching, learning and assessment, including producing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials.
• Contribute to curriculum development, innovation and the creation of shared teaching resources.
• Support the internal quality assurance process in line with BWitC and LFE requirements.
• Provide advice, guidance and assessment for current and prospective learners.
• Represent the organisation at promotional, recruitment and marketing events.
• Demonstrate professionalism, technical competence and strong interpersonal skills at all times.
• Plan, organise, and deliver structured football training sessions for players of various ages and abilities
• Provide guidance, motivation, and support to players during matches

General Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrate and promote BWitC’s values through your work.
• Take responsibility for your own health, safety, and welfare, ensuring compliance with BWitC’s Health and Safety Policy, procedures, and safe systems of work.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position as may be allocated by the BWitC Director from time to time.
• Ensure compliance with all BWitC codes of conduct, policies, and procedures contained within the employee handbook, with particular attention to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity, and Health & Safety.
• Ensure that safeguarding remains central to all planning, decision-making, and delivery.
• Ensure that BWitC policies, procedures, and working practices are upheld and consistently followed.
• Champion BWitC’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all and always act in a way that prevents and challenges discrimination or harassment.

This document serves as a guide and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It outlines the key areas of activity and may be amended to reflect the evolving needs of BWitC.

This project will be delivered within and alongside various schools and communities across the town, and as such working during some unsociable hours is possible, although not the usual.

The Location

The tutoring hours of the role will be based at Bolton Wanderers in the Community (BWitC) at the Toughsheet Community Stadium, the home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club.

The coaching hours of the role will be based at Bolton Wanderers training ground - Eddie Davis Training Ground, a five minute drive from the stadium, and the fixtures on a Wednesday.

Why Should You Apply?

• Work for a forward-thinking, progressive charity that consistently has a positive impact on people’s lives.
• Great benefits including one Bolton Wanderers Season Ticket, Health and Pension Package, opportunities for paid overtime, a commitment to CPD opportunities for staff and free staff parking onsite.

For an informal discussion on the role or for more information please call 01204 673790.

Responsible to: Secondary Education Project Officer and Community Football Manager

Responsible for: None

Budget Responsibilities: None

Main duties and responsibilities

• Complete registers, reports and other administrative or statistical information required by the department or college.
• Devise, set and mark assignments/assessments in line with LFE assessment requirements.
• Produce all relevant planning documentation for outstanding teaching, learning and assessment.
• Actively participate in the development and evaluation of teaching and learning materials, assignments and schemes of work.
• Support internal moderation and other quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to student interviews, open evenings, parent evenings and other learner‑facing activities.
• Support course marketing activities as required.
• Undertake administrative tasks relevant to the role, including accurate tracking of learners.
• Provide support for promotional and recruitment events, including occasional evening and weekend duties.
• Carry out any additional responsibilities reasonably required and appropriate to the grade.
• Plan, organise, and deliver structured football training sessions for players of various ages and abilities
• Monitor player progress and provide constructive feedback to support development.
• Provide guidance, motivation, and support to players during matches
• Deliver coaching as part of football camps and holiday programmes
• Identify areas for improvement and support individual player development.

Person Specification

Essential

• Must have the right to work and residency in the UK
• Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or PGCE or Cert-Ed
• HND/ Degree in Sport Related subject
• Qualified Teacher Status
• FA UEFA B Coaching Football
• Current FA Safeguarding Certificate
• Current FA First Aid Certificate
• Experience of working directly with young people
• Full UK manual driving licence and access to a car
• Ability to schedule and work to strict health and safety compliance processes.
• Exceptional organisational, communication and team working skills
• Self-motivated and able to work proactively using initiative.
• Ability to work collaboratively across the Community departments
• Ability to lead / instruct others
• Ability to develop and maintain positive stakeholder relationships
• Competent IT, Computer and mobile technology skills
• Flexible and positive attitude

Desirable

• FA UEFA A Coaching Football
• Experience of working in a football club or CCO
• Experience of working with vulnerable young people and adults.
• Category D1 Licence

Pay: £26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Transport links

Application question(s):

• Do you have a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or PGCE or Cert-Ed?
• Do you have any Football Coaching qualifications?

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (required)

Work Location: In person