About the job
Following a period of growth, Kirrie Thistle CFC are seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic person to support our social objectives by helping develop our football, education and community programmes, with a particular focus on delivering a Football for Schools programme.
The Education Projects Co-ordinator will help plan, deliver and evaluate football and sport-based education programmes. The role will engage young people in structured learning activities that support personal development, attainment and social inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
Programme Support & Delivery
· Co-ordinate and deliver education programmes in schools and community settings.
· Liaise with teachers, youth workers, and partners to ensure programme success.
· Facilitate workshops using football as a tool to engage learners.
· Ensure sessions are inclusive, engaging, and tailored to participant needs.
· Support curriculum-linked activities (e.g., PSHE, literacy, employability skills).
· Ensure safeguarding policies are followed at all times.
· Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
· Report any concerns in line with organisational procedures Monitoring & Evaluation.
· Collect and analyse feedback from participants and partners.
· Measure programme outcomes and contribute to impact reports.
Project Development
· Assist in planning and scheduling education projects and activities.
· Monitor programme delivery against targets and outcomes.
· Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and impact.
· Support reporting to funders and stakeholders.
· Support continuous improvement of education provision.
· Represent the charity at meetings and events where required.
· Coordinate and deliver additional football based activities out with term time.
· Expand the role to encompass further local programmes as part of Kirrie Thistle Community Football Club.
Person Specification
· Administration Strong organisational and administrative abilities, IT literacy
Experience using Microsoft software.
· Understanding of governing body administrative procedures, such as use of SFA’s comet system.
· Experience working with digital project tools and data reporting.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
· Proven experience engaging with a range of stakeholders.
· Managing workload Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
· Good time management with ability to handle multiple priorities.
· Proven leadership experience in a sports environment.
· Educated to a Children’s Coaching Certificate is essential. However, candidates who are working towards this qualification will be considered with a clear willingness to proceed on the Scottish FA coach education pathway.
· Experience working with young people in an education or community setting.
· Experience or volunteering in football development, sport participation or community sports programmes.
· Relevant qualification in education, youth work, sports development or similar
· Knowledge of the education system and curriculum working pattern.
· Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends where necessary.
· Passion for football and physical activity, and its role in education and social change.
Other:
· Full, clean driving licence with access to own vehicle.
· Willingness to travel to partner venues, clubs or events.
· First Aid qualification is essential, however, candidates who are willing to gain this qualification will be considered.
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Following a period of growth, Kirrie Thistle CFC are seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic person to support our social objectives by helping develop our football, education and community programmes, with a particular focus on delivering a Football for Schools programme.
The Education Projects Co-ordinator will help plan, deliver and evaluate football and sport-based education programmes. The role will engage young people in structured learning activities that support personal development, attainment and social inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
Programme Support & Delivery
· Co-ordinate and deliver education programmes in schools and community settings.
· Liaise with teachers, youth workers, and partners to ensure programme success.
· Facilitate workshops using football as a tool to engage learners.
· Ensure sessions are inclusive, engaging, and tailored to participant needs.
· Support curriculum-linked activities (e.g., PSHE, literacy, employability skills).
· Ensure safeguarding policies are followed at all times.
· Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
· Report any concerns in line with organisational procedures Monitoring & Evaluation.
· Collect and analyse feedback from participants and partners.
· Measure programme outcomes and contribute to impact reports.
Project Development
· Assist in planning and scheduling education projects and activities.
· Monitor programme delivery against targets and outcomes.
· Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and impact.
· Support reporting to funders and stakeholders.
· Support continuous improvement of education provision.
· Represent the charity at meetings and events where required.
· Coordinate and deliver additional football based activities out with term time.
· Expand the role to encompass further local programmes as part of Kirrie Thistle Community Football Club.
Person Specification
· Administration Strong organisational and administrative abilities, IT literacy
Experience using Microsoft software.
· Understanding of governing body administrative procedures, such as use of SFA’s comet system.
· Experience working with digital project tools and data reporting.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
· Proven experience engaging with a range of stakeholders.
· Managing workload Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
· Good time management with ability to handle multiple priorities.
· Proven leadership experience in a sports environment.
· Educated to a Children’s Coaching Certificate is essential. However, candidates who are working towards this qualification will be considered with a clear willingness to proceed on the Scottish FA coach education pathway.
· Experience working with young people in an education or community setting.
· Experience or volunteering in football development, sport participation or community sports programmes.
· Relevant qualification in education, youth work, sports development or similar
· Knowledge of the education system and curriculum working pattern.
· Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends where necessary.
· Passion for football and physical activity, and its role in education and social change.
Other:
· Full, clean driving licence with access to own vehicle.
· Willingness to travel to partner venues, clubs or events.
· First Aid qualification is essential, however, candidates who are willing to gain this qualification will be considered.