Football Education Coach

Organisation: Stockport County Football Club
Salary: £27,000
Location: Stockport
Contract type: (Full time)
Closing date: 15 June 2026
Job Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic Coach to join our Football Education team. The postholder will plan, deliver and lead all coaching and other enrichment activities for designated Football Education squad groups, including training, matches and gym sessions.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and co-ordinate all football enrichment provision for designated Football Education squads during timetabled sessions, fixtures and additional opportunities for participation and development.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate all coaching sessions in line with the club’s coaching philosophy. Be responsible for the players’ overall training programme and arrange all fixtures, including preseason. Manage appropriate playing opportunities and match minutes for all eligible players.
• Assess the performance of all players and lead analysis sessions with the squad. Set realistic performance targets for each player and support their continued development throughout the season.
• Work effectively with the coaching team and wider Football Education staff to ensure all players receive high quality provision that contributes to their overall education study programme and offers them unique experiences and opportunities.
• Construct and deliver detailed individual player progress reviews with players and parents/carers.
• Play a supporting role in the implementation of a broader range of enrichment activities, including trips & visits and work experience to develop key knowledge, skills and professional expertise related to their study programme.
• Be an effective team member and work positively with colleagues to contribute to, develop and enhance Stockport County’s overall provision for teaching, learning and enrichment. Meet regularly with the ‘Lead Football Coach’ who oversees the football enrichment provision.
• Promote a positive culture across all aspects of the full Football Education programme to support student/player development and retention rates.

Essential
• Relevant previous coaching experience.
• Professional qualification – UEFA C or UEFA B Licence.
• Fully licensed FA Coach committed to annual CPD to maintain licence.
• FA Safeguarding Children Qualification.
• FA First Aid Qualification.
• Strong knowledge of football at relevant levels in terms of tactics, fitness and player development.
• An understanding of a range of teaching / learning styles to optimise the development of young players and of learning over time.
• An understanding of the holistic approach to developing well rounded players and young adults.
• An understanding and ability to manage and work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to identify, develop and support football talent.
• Ability to solve tactical problems within a competitive and fast-moving environment.
• Strong IT skills with the ability to use e-mail, Excel, Word, Routes, and Teamworks.

Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Discount on SCFC retail products
• Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets
• Access to online discount system perk box
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Be part of a dynamic and exciting team
• The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football club
How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to HR@stockportcounty.com