West Riding FA
Location: West Riding County FA Headquarters, Fleet Lane, Woodlesford, Leeds, LS26 8NX
Salary: £23,000
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 10th December 2025
West Riding FA is recruiting two Part-Time Coach Developers to support and develop the volunteer coaching workforce at the heart of grassroots football.
This is an on-the-pitch role, you’ll spend your time in clubs across the county, working alongside coaches during evening training sessions and weekend matchdays. Your support will help coaches grow their confidence, improve their practice, and create positive, enjoyable environments for players.
About the Role
As a Coach Developer, you will:
• Deliver CPD opportunities tailored to grassroots coaching needs.
• Facilitate peer learning and create spaces for coaches to share experiences and best practice.
• Provide 1:1 mentoring and reflective practice to build confidence and competence.
• Support deployment across England Accredited Clubs, clusters, and priority areas, including Women & Girls, disability football, low socio-economic communities, and underrepresented groups.
• Deliver workshops such as Stepping Over the Sideline and other FA development initiatives.
• Work closely with the Regional Coach Development Manager to align with The FA’s national strategy.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who are:
• Experienced in football coaching and/or coach development.
• Skilled in mentoring, safeguarding, and supporting volunteers.
• Passionate about grassroots football and committed to inclusion and widening participation.
• Flexible and able to travel across the county, with most work during evenings and weekends.
• Strong communicators who can build positive relationships with clubs, coaches, and volunteers.
Why Join Us?
• Make a real impact by supporting coaches directly in their environment.
• Be part of a forward-thinking County FA committed to developing grassroots football.
• Gain experience within The FA’s national strategy and learn from best practice across the region.