Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Community Sports Coach to work within our OUTSTANDING Sport & Health department.

The Community Sports Coach will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching in primary schools and other community settings, fostering a passion for physical activity while supporting personal development. As part of the Accrington Stanley Community Trust, you will help participants of all ages reach their full potential and encourage sustained engagement in physical activity.

A key aspect of this role will be delivering a variety of sports-based projects, focusing on providing opportunities for young people to engage in physical activity, develop their skills, and improve both physical and mental wellbeing.

As a Community Sports Coach, you will also promote healthy lifestyle choices and deliver educational messages through football and sport. This role will primarily involve coaching in primary and secondary school settings, with regular collaboration across schools in Hyndburn, Ribble Valley, and Rossendale.

The ideal candidate will have at least an FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football, and will be expected to work weekends, evenings, and match days as required by the charity.

A valid UK driving licence with business insurance is essential, as the role involves travel across East Lancashire and other areas.

Click here to see the full job description – Community Sports Coach JD 2025

Please note the deadline to apply is 9am Monday 10th March 2025

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Community Sports Coach to work within our OUTSTANDING Sport & Health department.

The Community Sports Coach will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching to individuals of all ages, fostering a passion for physical activity while supporting their personal development. As part of the Accrington Stanley Community Trust, you will help participants reach their full potential and encourage sustained engagement in physical activity.

A key aspect of this role includes project managing the Premier League Kicks Project, which leverages the power of football and sport to inspire young people. The project focuses on creating opportunities to play, coach, and officiate, while also enhancing both physical and mental wellbeing. Additionally, it provides valuable pathways into education, training, and employment for young people.

As a Community Sports Coach, you will also promote healthy lifestyle choices and deliver educational messages through football and sport. This role will primarily involve coaching in primary and secondary school settings, with regular collaboration across schools in Hyndburn, Ribble Valley, and Rossendale.

The ideal candidate will have at least an FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football, and will be expected to work weekends, evenings, and match days as required by the charity.

A valid UK driving licence with business insurance is essential, as the role involves travel across East Lancashire and other areas.

Click here to see the full job description – Community Sports Coach (PL Kicks) JD 2025

Please note the deadline to apply is 9am Friday 21st Feb 2025

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Sports Tutor to work within their OUTSTANDING education department.

The candidates will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons to our Football College students, and assessing learners work in a timely manner, whilst also maintaining the high standards we set here at the Accrington Stanley Community Trust.

Click here to see the full job description – Sports Tutor

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit sessional coaches and instructors to deliver a wide range of sports and activities within primary & secondary schools as well as other community sessions.

The candidates will be responsible for planning and leading sessions, keeping registers, ensuring welfare, and maintaining the high standards we set here at the Accrington Stanley Community Trust.

Click here to see the full job description – Sessional sports coach job spec

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk