Location: Elland Road, Leeds UK
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Application Deadline: 12th June 2026
Join the Team Behind the Team
The Leeds United Foundation is seeking to appoint a passionate, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual to join our Community Inclusion team. This exciting role will support the delivery of a wide range of community programmes across the Community Inclusion pillar, working on behalf of a consortium of organisations within targeted areas of Leeds.
The successful candidate will play an active role across a variety of projects including NFL Flag Football, Premier League Kicks, Active Through Football, Positive Choices, and other community engagement initiatives designed to increase participation in physical activity, improve wellbeing, and create long-term sustainable behaviour change.
Using a “place-based” approach, the role will focus on engaging local communities through inclusive and meaningful opportunities for children and young people aged 7–20 years old. The successful candidate will work closely with local partners, schools, community organisations, and stakeholders to create welcoming environments that encourage participation and development.
We are looking for an organised and proactive individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of local communities and the social inequalities that can impact participation in sport and physical activity. They will be passionate about making a positive difference and confident in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds.
What You’ll Be Doing
Key Responsibilities:
The Community Inclusion Delivery Coach will:
Deliver high-quality sessions and activities across a range of Community Inclusion programmes, including NFL Flag Football, Premier League Kicks, Active Through Football, Positive Choices, and other associated projects.
Work collaboratively with external partners including the NFL and San Francisco 49ers, providing regular progress updates and feedback to the Senior Coordinator throughout the duration of the project.
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging weekly sessions that are inclusive, adaptive, and accessible to all participants, ensuring high levels of participation, enjoyment, and development.
Deliver sessions within community venues, schools, and targeted community settings across Leeds. Flexibility will be required, as some evening and weekend delivery may be necessary.
Accurately monitor participation data, track outcomes, and communicate relevant information to the Senior Coordinator to support programme reporting and evaluation.
Fully engage with community leaders, schools, youth organisations, and local stakeholders to increase participation and encourage sustained engagement from children and young people aged 7–20 years old.
Support the promotion and visibility of Community Inclusion projects through local engagement opportunities, events, and media activity.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with local organisations and community groups, identifying opportunities to strengthen networks and expand community reach.
Work collaboratively with the Senior Coordinator to identify local community needs and support the development of delivery that is responsive, inclusive, and impactful.
Contribute positively to cross-department collaboration across the Leeds United Foundation, supporting the wider aims and objectives of the Community Inclusion pillar.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone proactive, personable, and who thrives in a busy environment. You’ll be a key point of contact for the Leeds United Foundation, so building trust, staying organised, and maintaining confidentiality are all essential.
You’ll have:
Hold a minimum FA level 2 or UEFA C Qualification
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build relationships with different audiences.
This role will require a full enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List.
A flexible approach to working hours to include evening and weekend work.
Experience of community engagement, links into communities and knowledge of networks linked to local communities.
Previous experience of working with projects creating successful conclusions
Experience of creating and maintaining relationships with external partners and working on behalf of your organisation to influence the successful delivery of services
A high-level understanding of inequalities that exist across socio-economic groups in supporting active lives, how they intersect and experience of working to reduce these.
Experience of, and ability to prepare and implement sporting sessions.
Desirable
- Multi Sports Level 2 qualification
- Knowledge of the American Football game
- Knowledge of the upshot data system
- Experience of working at a local level with community organisations around Leeds
Why Should You Join The Leeds United Foundation?
Whether you are on the pitch or behind the scenes here, we’re united by passion, pride, and a drive to always improve. You’ll be joining a supportive people team where your voice is valued and your development matters.
In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive salary package and pension scheme, along with a range of exciting perks.
If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a club that’s as committed to its people as it is to performance, we would love to see your application.
Deadline: 12th June 2026
