Casual Sports Development Coach

Job Title: Casual Sports Development Coach

Department: Sports Development

Location: Various locations across Burnley and Pendle

Contract Type: Casual/Zero Hours

Working Pattern: Varied

Closing Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026

Salary: NMW

The Role

Sport Development projects provide young people and adults with the opportunity to participate in a wide range of sports activities. The projects focus on increasing participation, developing a love for sport and also creating positive learning environments for all involved. In liaison with the Sports Development Manager and other staff, the Sports Development Coach will support the coordination and delivery of key sports development initiatives such as Bertie’s Footy Stars, Bertie Bee’s, Football Hubs, Activity Camps/Soccer Schools, Walking Sports and Matchday activities.

Roles and Responsibilities

Delivery

• Plan, deliver and evaluate of coaching / sports sessions to ensure high standards and customer service are maintained.

• Engage, inspire, and empower participants to help them reach their full potential.

• Work effectively with individuals and groups from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities.

• Plan and deliver adaptable and engaging sessions that meet the needs of all participants.

• Communicate information clearly and accurately in familiar coaching and learning environments.

• Demonstrate the ability to understand the motivations of others and positively influence engagement and behaviour.

• Show a willingness to support the development of others when guidance is available, while actively seeking opportunities for personal development.

General

• To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.

• To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires.

• To work towards agreed objectives.

• Comply with all Charity policies.

• Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.

• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.

• Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.

• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.

• Always demonstrate the Charity’s values.

This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties and is not exhaustive. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Level 1 Coaching Award.

• Experience of planning and delivering regular sport coaching sessions.

• Full clean driving license with access to own transport.

Please email hr@burnleyfc.com to request a copy of the full Job Description and Person Specification

Safeguarding Statement

Burnley FC in the Community are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Check (DBS), which will be paid for by the Charity.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online safeguarding search will also be carried out by a member of our HR or Safeguarding Team for all shortlisted candidates. The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

E, D & I Statement

Burnley FC in the Community are committed to equality and diversity within the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Reasonable adjustments are available for candidates and those employed by BFCitC who disclose.

Veteran Statement

Burnley FC in the Community are committed to supporting veterans, reservists and the wider armed forces community. We are actively engaged in the recruitment of Service Leavers.

Mental Health Statement

Burnley FC in the Community are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and Mental Health of all of our staff.