FE Sports Lecturer & Academy Football Coach

FE Sports Lecturer & Academy Football Coach

Location: Coventry Sphinx FC, CV3 1WA

Salary: £24,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Start date: ASAP

We’re recruiting for a Sports Lecturer & Football Coach to join our full-time further education programme based at Coventry Sphinx FC. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong sports education and football coaching background to develop the next generation of players both on and off the pitch.

You’ll deliver NCFE Level 3 Sport qualifications as part of Juniper Training’s college programme in partnership with Future Pro Academy – an established football academy with a proven record of producing professional players over the past 10 years.

As part of our delivery team, you’ll be responsible for teaching, coaching, and mentoring learners, supporting them to achieve their qualifications and progress into apprenticeships, employment, or higher education.

About The Role

Full-time position (Monday to Friday). Based in-person at Coventry Sphinx FC. Delivering classroom-based NCFE Level 3 Sport education. Coaching learners in both training and matchday environments. Supporting with GCSE Maths & English delivery where required. Helping to shape a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in a college, training provider or football environment
• Strong coaching background and understanding of academy-level football.
• A degree-level qualification (essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or willingness to work towards this
• QTLS and/or PGCE (desirable)
• A passion for developing young people and helping them achieve their goals
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Why join us?

• Be part of a national training provider with a strong reputation in sport and education
• Access to a wide range of teaching resources and internal support
• Links with The FA National Coach Education Team and ongoing CPD
• Supportive and inclusive team culture – welcoming applications from all backgrounds

Perks & Benefits

• Term time only
• Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long service & special recognition awards
• Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
• PRIDE monthly celebrations
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare reimbursement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate events throughout the year
• Diversity & Inclusion Matters

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff, including DBS checks where appropriate. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will provide assistance.