Football & Education Community Coach 

Salary: £15,600 per annum

Location: Whitmore High School, Cedars Community Centre and other venues as determined by the needs of the role.

Hours: 25 per week

Contract type: Fixed term, 12 months

Closing date: 1st December 

Interview date: Week commencing 9th December 

Our Vision: One goal – healthier, happier, stronger communities.

Our Mission: To expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London, to enrich people’s lives, create special memories, and enable positive futures.

Our Values: To be honest, reliable, and trustworthy - Integrity. To be inclusive in all our decision-making - Inclusivity. To be bold and creative in the way we work - Innovation.

Our Culture: We are a values-based and vision-driven charity, who put our people and our beneficiaries at the heart of everything we do and why we do it.

Summary of Your Role

Are you a player focused and motivated person looking to join our Harrow based BTEC programme at Whitmore High School?

For 20 hours per week, you will be responsible for supporting the Trust’s Football Development Manager with the day-to-day organisation and coaching/match day delivery of the Whitmore High School Football and Education Scheme, in partnership with staff from the school.

For 5 hours a week, you will deliver on the Harrow Player Development Centre programmes, Harrow Skills Centres (term time) and delivering on holiday camps, during school holidays.

Your Roles and Responsibilities, but Not Limited To

1. Support the Football Development Manager (Whitmore) with the day-to-day running of the scheme.
2. Splitting time between coaching delivery, managing a team and supporting in the recruitment of students for following academic years.
3. To ensure that students adhere to Whitmore High School and the Trust’s Code of Conduct for the programme and that attendance doesn’t fall below the school’s recommended levels.
4. Monitor and assess the players’ performances in the squad both in training and on match days.
5. Coaching delivery for five hours per week, as part of the team for the Harrow Player Development Centre (Monday evenings) and Harrow Skills Centre (Tuesday evenings).

You Must Have

1. UEFA C licence qualification/Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football
2. Valid in date FA Safeguarding & First Aid Certificates.
3. A full and valid UK Driving License as well as access to a vehicle.
4. Hold a current or undertake a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check with the Trust.
5. Understanding of the Trust commitment to EDI & Safeguarding.

You would ideally have, but not vital

1. Hold a D1 licence category.

Benefits of working for us

• Chance to join an award-winning charity and work alongside colleagues who are determined to utilise the positive power of sport, physical activity and learning for social good.
• Friendly working environment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Investors in People accreditation
• Opportunity to benefit from a range of training and development opportunities
• Free gym usage at our two Community Centres
• Flexible working environment
• Staff uniform
• 25 days of Annual Leave pro rata entitlement plus bank holidays
• Trust pension scheme
• Birthday leave
• Milestone recognition awards

Our Commitment to You

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding:
We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that Trust policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.

Application process:

If you meet the qualifying criteria, you will be sent a link to our application form. Please complete and return your application form to your initial application email. We will then consider your application.

If you require any further information or wish to discuss the opportunity, please contact trustrecruitment@watfordfc.com