Football Development Casual Coach
Birmingham City Football Club Foundation - Transforming the city through the power of football
Join us at an exciting time of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to make waves on the world stage. The Foundation harnesses the power of football and sport to improve the lives of tens of thousands of people in Birmingham, helping our community grow alongside the football club. We are proud to be more than football.
Are you passionate about inspiring children of all ages on the sports field?
The role
We are seeking experienced, passionate and creative individuals to join our team in delivering our high-quality Football and Futsal sessions, to children of all ages and abilities. The ideal candidates for this position will demonstrate strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and has experience of working in a similar role.
The successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to create sessions that are fun, inclusive and delivered in-line with the Foundations Coaching fundamentals. They will also demonstrate that they are able to encourage participation with the aim of enabling individuals to develop, reach their potential and enjoy physical activity.
The Team
Birmingham City FC Foundation is growing. The Foundation team are passionate about working together to make change happen
The Person
The successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to create sessions that are fun, inclusive and delivered in-line with the Foundations Coaching fundamentals. They will also demonstrate that they are able to encourage participation with the aim of enabling individuals to develop, reach their potential and enjoy physical activity.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and deliver inspiring, interactive and engaging Football and Futsal sessions for all participants to provide an outstanding professional and enjoyable learning experience.
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Providing a safe and fun environment for young people to meet new friends, develop skills, improve their mental and physical wellbeing and promote personal development.
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Ensure that safeguarding is at the heart of all work, applying best practices and policies in all aspects of student support and sessions including registers, medical needs and additional support is reviewed prior to each session and adaptations made where required.
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Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with young people, engaging them in activities that promote personal and social development.
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Ensure all administration processes are implemented for sessions including registers, payments, session plans and registration forms are up to date and processed correctly.
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To work as part of an effective camp team.
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Support the talent ID process for all players.
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Support and maintain relationships with all participants and key stakeholders i.e. Tournaments, Events, Players and Parents etc.
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To work in line with and contribute to coaching curriculums and resources.
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To ensure that all delivery is inclusive, and based on needs of specific programme and/or individuals.
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To show commitment, motivation and enthusiasm, to enhance standards of coaching both personally and within your coaching programmes
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To prepare and implement structured and progressive coaching programmes ensuring high quality, enjoyable coaching experience centered on the needs of the participants.
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To show commitment, motivation and enthusiasm, to enhance standards of coaching both personally and within your coaching programmes.
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To attend all meetings, professional development and appointments as requested by your line manager.
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Liaise with programme leads to ensure all monitoring and evaluation is completed as per the programme requirements.
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Assist in the delivery of competitions including Kids Cup, Girls Cup and locally organised tournaments and events.
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Work with less experienced coaches to support their development.
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To work across programmes to meet the needs of the organisation as and when requested by your line manager.
The Foundation
What We Offer:
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Opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future
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Competitive salary and benefits package including
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Death in service plan (after 12 months of service)
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Additional service days (capped at maximum 5 days)
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A wellbeing day (after successful completion of probation)
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Staff discounts including opportunity for match day tickets
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Onsite parking
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Staff uniform
The interview process will involve a competency-based interview with a panel and a practical. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.
Code of Conduct
Birmingham City F.C Foundation expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Foundation and its employees. All employees are expected to always act wholeheartedly in the interests of the Foundation. Any conduct detrimental to its interests or its relations with its customers, suppliers, the public or damaging to its public image shall be a breach of Foundation rules and policies. Discriminatory, offensive, and violent behaviour are unacceptable, and any complaints or concerns will be dealt with and acted upon.
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.
We are committed to and has both a moral and legal obligation to ensure that all children and vulnerable adults are protected and kept safe from harm whilst engaged in services organised and provided by the Foundation and believes that the general wellbeing, welfare and safety of all children and vulnerable adults engaged in activities is of the upmost importance. The Foundation will fulfil its responsibilities by ensuring it displays best practice in safeguarding matters including Safer Recruitment - carried out in a spirit of partnership and openness with the child or vulnerable adult, families, and the relevant local authority.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance.
We are committed to ensuring that equality, inclusion, and diversity of opportunity is at the very heart of everything we do to ensure we provide fair and non-prejudicial access to the services across the Foundation. We uphold everyones freedom of rights and choice to be different and aim to provide opportunities for everyone to succeed. It is the policy of the Foundation that no person, whether, job applicant, employee, casual, volunteer, or participant, shall be discriminated against. The Foundation opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, either direct or indirect, or harassment, on the grounds of the following protected characteristics: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage & civil Partnership, Pregnancy & Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief, Sex and Sexual Orientation. Anyone who is found to be in breach of this could receive disciplinary action, which may well include suspension and dismissal.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups - women, individuals from Black and Minority Ethnicities, the LGBT community and anyone with a disability.
UK Armed Forces
Birmingham City F.C. Foundation are proud to recognise the exceptional skills, dedication, and resilience of those who have served in the UK Armed Forces. We actively welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
