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Self Employed Football Coach

Job details
Posting date: 09 December 2025
Salary: £15 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 08 January 2026
Location: Stoke, Staffordshire - within 20 mile radius
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Active Again CIC
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 2025-C1

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Summary

Job Opportunity: Self-Employed Football Coach
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Rate of Pay: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Approx. 10 per week (with potential for growth)

About Us
We are a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to using sport as a powerful tool to build confidence, improve wellbeing, and create inclusive opportunities for everyone in our community. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and committed Self-Employed Football Coach to join our team and deliver high-quality, engaging football sessions.

About the Role
As part of our coaching team, you will deliver a variety of football sessions across the community, including:
• Sessions with young vulnerable adults
• Women’s and girls’ football sessions
• Football sessions for deaf adults (basic sign language skills desirable)
• After-school football clubs

The role is approximately 10 hours per week, with the potential for further opportunities as our projects expand.

Requirements
The successful candidate will have:
• FA Level 2 / UEFA C Coaching Certificate (essential)
• Valid Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working with diverse groups, including vulnerable adults and young people
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices
• Some knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) or willingness to develop this skill
• First Aid and Safeguarding certificates (desirable)

What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about community sport
• Confident in adapting sessions for a wide range of needs and abilities
• Committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment
• A strong communicator and positive role model

Benefits
• Flexible hours (approx. 10 per week)
• £15.00 per hour
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community
• Supportive CIC environment with progression opportunities
• Potential for additional hours as our projects grow

How to Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference through sport, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d like to join our team to: dean@activeagainstoke.org

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