Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, providing high-quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week, alongside managing the Shrub End Community & Sports Centre.
CUCF is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, and committed PE & Sport Mentor/Football Coach with high standards and strong work ethic on a full-time basis (32-40 hours per week).
This role within our Community Team will include the delivery of projects across the organisation, contributing to the impact our Education, Participation and Health & Inclusion programmes make daily across the local community.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and reviewing the delivery within community, football/sport, and school environments, adopting our delivery methodology and national curriculum schemes of work.
As we look to strengthen our team, you will require tenacity and the creativity to overcome obstacles and challenges presented when working within sport and a community environment. This alongside having a pivotal part to play in the success and positive impact on colleagues, schools, participants, their families, and our communities. You will have the power to inspire and motivate people on and off the pitch and playgrounds.
This position is based out of The Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Colchester, CO2 9BG and delivery within schools and community facilities across North Essex.
Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.
Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2026 (Please note that applications may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found).
Interview Dates: WC 30th November 2026
Proposed Start Date: January/February 2027.
For further details, please contact cucf@colchesterunited.net (FAO: Kieran Michaels).
PE & Sport Mentor/Football Coach in Colchester employer: Colchester United Football Club
Colchester United Football Club offers a vibrant and supportive work environment for Event Stewards, where teamwork and effective communication are at the heart of our match day operations. With opportunities for personal growth and development, employees can enhance their skills in crowd management and safety while contributing to the excitement of live events in a community-focused stadium. Join us in creating memorable experiences for supporters and visitors alike in a role that is both meaningful and rewarding.
Contact Details:
Colchester United Football Club Recruitment Team
