JOB DETAILS

Community Coach - Schools

LocationManchester (schools across Greater Manchester)

Categories Football Foundations, Coaching, Education

Closing Date16 Nov 2026

City in the Community, Manchester City's official charity since 1986, is recruiting a Community Coach for its Schools team, inspiring children and young people across Greater Manchester through sport and education.

About the role

You will deliver high-quality, inclusive coaching and education sessions across the Primary Schools and Disability Schools programmes, supporting pupils through National Curriculum PE, Premier League Primary Stars and inclusive physical activity.

Key responsibilities

- Plan and deliver engaging, structured and inclusive sessions that build pupils' physical development, confidence and enjoyment of sport
- Work with the Primary Schools Officer or Disability Schools Officer to meet curriculum objectives
- Build strong relationships with teachers and school staff
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to programme reporting
- Maintain high safeguarding standards

About you

- Minimum NGB Level 2 coaching qualification in any sport (excluding dodgeball)
- Experience delivering coaching or education sessions in schools, with knowledge of the National Curriculum
- Experience working with children and young people
- Strong behaviour management, communication and teamwork skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Details

- Full-time, fixed term
- Benefits include 26 days' annual leave plus a birthday day off, an annual discretionary bonus, Health Cash Plan, pension and life assurance
- Closing date: 16 November 2026

How to apply

Apply through the City Football Group careers site by 16 November 2026.
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