Community Coach (Writtle College Football Programme) in London

About The Role

Weekly Timetable – 15 Hours per week

Additional operational duties including administration will be required throughout the week.

To be delivered across 41 weeks starting 17^th August 2026.

Plan, prepare and deliver coaching sessions
Be responsible for maintenance of training/match balls, bibs, cones and all other relevant equipment as required by the programme
Provide feedback to players by using video analysis (when available) or other industry methods
Plan and organise AoC/Academy teams training sessions, fixtures, re-scheduled fixtures and referees
Accompany players to matches
Inform all players, parents and guardians of any changes or cancellations to training sessions, matches or events as soon as possible ensuring league rules are complied with.
Complete registers for sessions (safeguarding duty)
Work efficiently and effectively with cross college staff, external partners, visitors and business support teams
Maintain honesty and integrity when working with young players
Act and behave in a manner appropriate of a representative of ARU Writtle College
Ensure that all academy players act and conduct themselves – both on and off the pitch – in a manner appropriate of a representative of Leyton Orient FC

Qualifications and Experience

UEFA B Licence
In-date DBS, Safeguarding and Emergency Aid Qualifications
Driving Licence and access to vehicle
Previous experience working with footballers aged 16-19 years old
Experience with team administration
Practical knowledge of safeguarding issues
Ability to use various delivery styles to engage players
Experience, knowledge and expertise of the use of Microsoft office software packages
Ability to work safely, in accordance with the college and academy risk assessments as directed by Line Manager.

Personal Qualities

Applicants should have good administrative skills and be able to accurately track students’ attendance, progress and achievements.

Safeguarding Policy

Social Media Policy

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