Volunteer Football Coach

Volunteer Football Coach

Long term role · Flexible hours · Starting from 27 Oct 2024
Watford, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Community & familyFaith-basedWellbeing
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Detailed description

Charter House, Watford

Mondays 4 to 5pm

Thursdays 1.15 to 2.15pm 


Project Resilience provides easily accessible opportunities for our hostel residents to take part in a variety of social and sporting activities to boost overall health and wellbeing.


We are looking for football coach volunteers to help lead and deliver our weekly football sessions to support residents to rebuild body and mind.

Your responsibilities will include:


·      Plan, prepare and deliver engaging football sessions

·      Helping with set up/tidying of any equipment

·      Managing and maintaining focus of residents to support their fitness progress and development

·      Working closely with Project Resilience Coordinator, maintaining open lines of communication and feedback

·      Assist with any related events such as organising tournaments or community football events


This role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to inspire and mentor vulnerable residents, contributing to their health and personal growth. Your commitment to excellence in coaching and resident engagement will not only enhance your professional skills but also make a significant impact on the community.

Join us in making a difference, one game at a time.


You will need:


·      Previous experience or qualifications in coaching/running football sessions

·      Being able to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative

·      Being empathetic and understanding to the needs of vulnerable residents who may have differing fitness skills and levels 


What we will provide:

·      A full induction to the role and site will be provided

·      You will be required to undertake mandatory e-learning and a menu of optional training will be made available

·      Ongoing supervision and support from your line manager

·      Access to organisational events and celebrations throughout the year

Please note: You will be required to undergo a DBS check and we will need 2 x references.

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About One YMCA

Our organisation offers a diverse range of services, programmes and initiatives in order to support our local communities to belong, contribute and thrive.
We deliver a range of programmes and services that tackle the issues facing local people such as homelessness, family support and wellbeing. We offer opportunities for young people, from apprenticeships to work experience and childcare to youth clubs.
We work with all ages, faiths and backgrounds, as part of a global network of 14,000 YMCAs.
We have served the communities in Hertfordshire for 135 years and we reach 1000’s of people each day.