PREMIER LEAGUE KICKS CASUAL COACH BIRMINGHAM CITY FOOTBALL CLUB FOUNDATION - Transforming the city through the power of football. Join us during an exciting period of growth and transformation as Birmingham City FC continues to attract world’s media. The Foundation uses the power of football and sport to help to transform the lives of tens of thousands of people in our city, ensuring our community grows in lockstep with the football club. We are “ more than football ”. Are you passionate about inspiring children aged 8-18 to get involved in positive activites including football sessions, workshops and mentoring projects across the city? We are seeking experienced and creative individuals, who have a genuine passion to assist young people to achieve their potential and improve their wellbeing, and in doing so, working collectively to build a stronger, safer and more inclusive City of Birmingham. The ideal candidates will have the ability to work with colleagues and engage with participants from a range of diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, you will keep up to date with the current trends and challenges that young people in Birmingham face. Key Responsibilities Plan, prepare and deliver inspiring, interactive, inclusive and engaging sessions for young people which allow for development and meeting individual needs. Providing a safe and fun environment for young people to meet new friends, develop skills, improve their mental and physical wellbeing and promote personal development. Ensure that safeguarding is at the heart of all work, applying best practices and policies in all aspects of young people support and sessions including registers, medical needs and additional support is reviewed prior to each session and adaptations made where required. Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with young people, engaging them in activities that promote personal and social development. Communicate effectively with the Kicks Co-ordinator on a day-to-day basis. Develop and maintain positive relationships with foundation staff, parents, carers and key partners where appropriate. And much more What we are looking for in you: Experience of delivering activities to and building strong rapport with young people from diverse backgrounds in inner city community settings. Understanding of the challenges that young people face. Excellent communication and organisation skills. Able to work late afternoons and early evenings and be able to travel around Birmingham. Hold a minimum of: FA Introduction to Coaching Football Award, FA Introduction to First Aid in Football Award, FA Safeguarding Children Award. Coaching qualifications in other sports or youth work qualifications would also be advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work flexibly What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package The chance to make a real impact and be part of our exciting future Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service (after 12 full months of continuous service) BUPA Cash Plan Staff Discounts Onsite parking Opportunity for matchday tickets Staff uniform The interview process will involve a competency based interview with a panel and a practical assessment in partnership with the community. If you have any specific requirements or need adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. Safeguarding We are passionate about and committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. All applicants will be asked to provide details of any previous convictions, cautions, and reprimands, as outlined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Birmingham City F.C. Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We will consider applications based solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, marital status, age, nationality, ethnic or national origins, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstance. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.