About the Role
Bloomsbury Football Foundation aims to transform young people's lives through football, ensuring universal access to play and delivering programs that foster development on and off the pitch. Our coaching programs cover Communities, Club Football, Schools, and Special Projects, reaching over 6,500 young people weekly in underserved London communities. The Lead Coach is crucial in delivering high-quality, impactful sessions for ages 4-18, requiring coaching experience, a UEFA C qualification, a commitment to inclusion, and the ability to build strong relationships.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead regular coaching sessions across Communities and Special Projects programmes to support impact goals and youth development outcomes.
- Create engaging, age-appropriate, and inclusive session plans that cater to diverse abilities and promote holistic development.
- Deliver high-quality coaching that embodies the foundation's values of purpose, belonging, and progression.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, parents, partners, and venue staff.
- Communicate effectively with children, parents, and other stakeholders.
- Represent Bloomsbury Football Foundation professionally, embodying its mission.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of coaching quality and programme delivery.
- Introduce creativity and innovative ideas to sessions and the coaching team.
- Proactively engage with all aspects of Bloomsbury Football.
- Uphold the foundation's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Maintain up-to-date safeguarding and first aid certifications.
- Work flexibly and professionally across various settings and venues.
Requirements
- UEFA C coaching qualification or equivalent.
- Up-to-date Safeguarding and First Aid certificates.
- Experience working with children and young people in a sporting or educational setting.
- Ability to work across multiple venues and settings in Central London.
- Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and weekends (up to 6 days per week).
- The right to live and work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not provided).
Skills
- Inclusive coaching
- Creativity
- Professionalism
- Relationship building
- Effective communication
- Flexibility
- Proactiveness
Location
- North London
Work Type
- Full Time
Experience Level
- Experienced coach
Education Level
- UEFA C qualification
Salary/Compensations
- £27,000 - £32,000 / year
Benefits
- Modern office in Camden Markets with free gym membership and local market discounts
- Regular staff socials
- Best-in-class coaching resources, including session planning tools, branded Nike coaching kit, and regular video analysis of coaching practice
- Ongoing internal and external accredited CPD programme
- Opportunities to attend Premier League, WSL, FA Cup, League Cup, and Champions League football matches
- Cycle to work scheme
- Workplace pension scheme
- 24 days holiday allowance, increasing by one day per year after two years’ service
- Funding toward training and five days of fully paid study leave
About the Company
- Bloomsbury Football Foundation started in 2018 with a small group and has grown to reach over 7,000 children weekly across London, with ambitions to expand nationally and reach 40,000 young people weekly by 2031. The organization uses football as a vehicle for health, wellbeing, and social change, aiming to shape better futures for young people. Their income has grown significantly, and they are recognized as a leading sport-for-good charity in the UK.
Equal Opportunity
- Bloomsbury is committed to building a team that reflects the communities it serves and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and identities.
- Particular welcome is given to applications from women and people from underrepresented groups in the sport and charity sectors.
