Company Name:
Gillingham
Location:
Gillingham
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Position:
Community Trust
Advertising End Date:
01 Sep 2026

About The Role

Gillingham FC Foundation is entering an exciting new chapter of growth, and we're looking for a passionate leader to help drive it forward.

We are recruiting a Development Centre Manager to lead our football programme across Medway and the Greater Kent Region, based at MEMS Priestfield Stadium. This is more than a coaching role — it's about putting football at the heart of the community, creating pathways for young players, and building an experience that participants, parents and coaches can be proud of.

The successful candidate will manage and grow our Development Centres, mentor a team of coaches, and forge strong links with local clubs, all while championing the Foundation's mission to be the number one community football coaching provider in the region.

As the Foundation expands its reach, this role sits right at the centre of that ambition: turning football into a genuine force for community connection, development, and opportunity for young people across the area.

Please be aware this is a full-time role. 

Along side completing the I-Recruit application form, we also require you to complete the Application Pack which can be found HERE or on our website (Vacancy | Development Centre Manager | Gillingham F.C.)
Please email this to [email protected] or alternatively post your application to: Gillingham FC Foundation, MEMS Priestfield Stadium, Redfern Avenue, Gillingham, ME7 4DD

About The Candidate

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL DESIREABLE

Experience

· Delivery of Football Coaching to children aged 5 - 16

· Supporting and developing coaches in a football environment

· Marketing and promotion

· Programme management

· Experience managing staff or coaching teams.

· Strong organisational and administrative skills Experience · Experience using player registration systems

- Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

· Minimum FA Level 3 in Coaching Football (UEFA B)

· FA First Aid

· FA Safeguarding

· Ability to drive, has access to a car or ability to travel independently

· Ability to manage a budget

· Communicating effectively with players, parents and staff

· Passion for development Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

· FA Level 3 in Coaching Football

· Mentoring qualification

· Talent identification

Personal Qualities

· Committed and motivated by the purpose of the Foundation and Club

· Demonstrates respect for colleagues, partners and customers and when possible operates above and beyond expectations

· Well presented with a good manner

· Excellent punctuality

· Ability to prioritise work and consistently meet deadlines

· Effective communicator

· Cheerful positive attitude

· Strong organisational skills

· Meticulous attention to detail

About The Club

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