Sessional Coach - Kent

Overview

In this role you will deliver safe, inclusive, high-quality football coaching across a range of programmes, from school to holiday activities, while building partnerships with local clubs and organisations. You’ll support outreach efforts to widen participation and engage communities. You will work with the wider team to share opportunities and enhance delivery, contributing to Chelsea FC’s commitment to inclusion and safeguarding. This position offers variety, community impact, and opportunities to develop coaching and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, inclusive, high-quality coaching across core programmes (in-school, out-of-school, development, post-16, and holiday sessions).
• Engage with local youth clubs, schools, organisations, leisure centres, and local authorities to broaden delivery and relationships.
• Support the outreach delivery programme by networking and sharing relevant information and opportunities.
• Assist the Line Manager on activities as deemed appropriate.

Key requirements

• FA Introduction to Football Coaching qualification (Level 1 equivalent)
• In-date FA Safeguarding Children course & FA Introduction to First Aid in Football
• Clean driving licence or ability to travel by public transport
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo)
• Experience in community/grassroots sport and working in a team environment

• Good communication
• Organisational skills
• Motivational and team leadership
• Confident and outgoing personality
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Attention to detail

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