Community Engagement CoachCrystal Palace

Salary: £14.80-£21.00 per hour (depending on FA Coaching qualification level)

Hours: Sessions available from 4pm Monday-Friday and Sundays

Location: Various across South London

Contract term: Permanent

Closing date: 9th September 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 14th September 2026

Job Overview

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Community Engagement Coaches to work across our Premier League Kicks, Get Involved and Community Outreach projects. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging sessions, using sport and youth work to support young people to thrive and reach their potential.

Job Description

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate sessions that develop life skills alongside fundamental football skills and techniques;
• Deliver engaging sessions that promote enjoyment and participation across the Premier League Kicks programme, including disability and girls' provision;
• Support the delivery of tournaments and matches, including officiating and managing participants, ensuring all young people have equal playing time and experience;
• Build and maintain positive relationships with participants, parents/carers, community partners and colleagues through clear and consistent communication.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance and feedback, for monitoring and evaluation requirements;
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all participants, fulfilling safeguarding responsibilities and following Foundation policies and procedures.

Person Specification

• Experience coaching football, ideally within a Community Engagement or Premier League Kicks setting;
• FA/UEFA qualified football coach, or an appropriate youth work qualification;
• In-date FA First Aid and FA Safeguarding Children qualifications (or willingness to obtain before starting);
• A passion for making a difference to young people’s lives;
• Be reliable, organised, flexible and willing to learn;
• Be available for evening, weekend and/or holiday work.

Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring the welfare and protection of all children, young people and adults who take part in our activities, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. All successful candidates will go through safer recruitment checks (including a criminal records check) before commencing employment.