Post-16 Football Head Coach

Job Title: Post-16 Football Head Coach

Department:Sports Participation

Reports to:Senior Manager – School Sport & Post-16

Salary:£30,000 – 33,000 (dependent on experience)

Closing Date: 27th July 2025

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust

With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.

Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.

Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team.

General Trust Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times

Main Purpose of Job

The Post-16 Football Head Coach will play a pivotal role in developing, overseeing, and implementing the coaching framework and philosophy for the entire Post-16 programme. Additionally, the post holder will lead our Elite Development squad for training, fixtures, analysis and coach education sessions. This role will include managing the other Post-16 coaches, students and any associated project admin.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality coaching sessions within our Post-16 Programme.
• Develop relationships with participants, parents and coaching staff.
• Contribute to raising the profile and the perception of BFCCST in leading and developing Post-16 Football & Education.
• Establish a relationship with local charter standard football clubs, local and national governing bodies to explore new opportunities for development – coaching / employment / pathways.
• Keep up to date monitoring including registers, VIEWS database, risk assessments and any relevant reporting documents.
• To access all quality assurance and staff training offered by the Trust during the term of employment.
• To ensure all equipment is available and well maintained.
• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly to the appropriate authorities or designated personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, concerns, and actions taken.
• To coach and mentor colleagues who are timetabled to contribute to the delivery of football curriculum.

Key Internal Relationships

• Senior Manager – School Sport & Post-16
• Head of Community Sport
• Post-16 Staff
• Senior Managers
• Operations Director
• Board of Trustees
• Coaching Staff
• Volunteers
• Human Resources Team

Key External Relationships

• Secondary schools, colleges & universities
• Local authorities
• Funding bodies and grant providers
• Community partners and organisations
• Participants and their families

The Selection Criteria Essential

• Applicants who do not hold a FA UEFA B, equivalent qualification, or higher qualification will not be considered at this time.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and relevant qualifications.
• Previous experience in coaching football at grassroots or academy level.

Desirable:

• Bachelor\’s degree in Sports Coaching, Sports management, or a related field.
• Experience coaching players 16-19 years
• FA UEFA A (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence and transport via car
• D1 licence and able to drive a minibus
• Computer Literate (Microsoft Office) / IT skills

Personal Qualities:

• Passion for community development and sports.
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate young players.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with the latest coaching methodologies.

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

This role is a Regulated Activity role – please complete theDeclaration of Offences Form

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