Cerebral Palsy Head Coach

Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) has an exciting opportunity available from 2025.

CUCF provides high quality participation, health & inclusion, and education programmes to 9,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week.

CUCF have recently launched the Colchester United Cerebral Palsy Football Team, offering players with cerebral palsy an opportunity to represent Colchester United in training and games. We are seeking a passionate and experienced coach to lead training sessions and fixtures, helping players to reach their potential on and off the pitch.

Are you experienced in working with individuals with disabilities? Do you have a passion for football and coaching? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The coach must be available at the below time and able to travel to the venue:

• Friday (5.45-7pm) @ Shrub End Community and Sports Centre, Colchester (CO2 9BG).

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• FA Introduction to Coaching Award
• UEFA C Coaching Award Candidate
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football
• FA Safeguarding Children
• FA Introduction to Coaching Disabled Footballers
• Enhanced DBS check – willing to complete a CUFC Enhanced DBS Check
• Full Clean UK Driving License

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• UEFA B Coaching Award
• FA Level 2 Emergency Aid (EFAiF)
• Additional Multisport qualifications
• Previous experience working within disability sport.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Develop

• Develop positive and effective relationships and partnerships with colleagues, players, parents/guardians on and off the pitch.
• Develop a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team culture.

  Deliver

• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive training sessions tailored to the needs of players with Cerebral Palsy.

  Support

• Encourage player development by setting achievable goals and providing ongoing feedback.

  Collaborate

• Collaborate with colleagues, players, and parents/guardians to maximise impact in helping players and participants realise and reach their potential.

  Evaluate

• Evaluate development of players through feedback and support.

   

  All CUCF positions adhere to:

  Safeguarding

• Colchester United Community Foundation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We aim to create a safe and supportive environment for all, and we expect all employees and volunteers to actively contribute to this commitment. Our safeguarding culture is built upon training, policies, and a shared responsibility for the safety and well-being of those we work with.
• In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, as this role involves working with vulnerable groups, all candidates will be required to undergo a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment process. Additional safeguarding training or qualifications may be required for the role.

   

• As part of the recruitment process, successful candidates will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, in compliance with immigration law.

   

• In some cases, we may be required to refer concerns about an individual's suitability to work with vulnerable groups to the appropriate authorities, such as the Disclosure and Barring Service or local safeguarding boards, in line with our safeguarding policies.

   

  Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

   

• We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

   

  Health & Safety

• Fully endorse, demonstrate, and carry out the company’s health and safety policy.
• Comply with all company policies and statutory regulations.
• Have a full knowledge of procedures for evacuation regarding fire safety.

 

CUCF Employee Benefits:

• Free staff onsite parking
• Free Staff Macron Uniform
• Opportunities to work alongside the CUFC Academy
• Opportunities to work Colchester United home games
• Access to monthly internal Staff Training (Average 60 hours per year)
• External training opportunities through national partners (Premier League Charitable Fund & EFL in the Community).
• CUFC Club Shop Discount

Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Closing Date: Friday 2^nd May 2025 (Please note this maybe sooner if a suitable candidate is found) 

If you would like further details, please contact cucf@colchesterunited.net / 01206755160 (FAO: Ed King).