Coach/Lead coach

Casual Coach

Candidate Information Pack

www.rochdaleafccommunity.org

Introduction

Rochdale AFC Community Trust are looking for experienced multi-sports coaches to lead
and deliver PE lessons, multi sports camps  and deliver Premier League programs such as
PL Kicks and PL Primary Stars Programmes.

Rochdale Community Trust is the official charitable arm of Rochdale AFC, dedicated to
using the power of sport and physical activity to inspire positive change across the local
community. Established in 1987, the Trust has grown to deliver a wide range of
programmes that support health, education, social inclusion, and community cohesion.

Working with people of all ages and backgrounds, Rochdale Community Trust aims to
improve lives through inclusive, high-quality activities, while promoting lifelong learning,
wellbeing, and opportunity. Its work is rooted in the values of respect, inclusion, and
empowerment, making a lasting impact throughout the Rochdale borough and beyond.
With a strong record of community delivery spanning a 34-year history, Rochdale AFC
Community Trust are ideally placed to make a huge difference to the lives of people in
Rochdale and are looking for someone to shape that journey.

If you share our vision, want to join us on our mission and share our core values, please
send a CV or covering letter detailing how your previous experiences and knowledge
meets the Person Specification to the email address below, with the subject title
COACH

Contact:
community@rochdaleafc.co.ukrochdaleafc.co.uk

OUR TOWN.

COMMUNITY.

VISION

We share the vision of
making Rochdale one of
the best places in the
world to live, work and
play – a place where ALL
voices are heard.

MISSION

We use the power of
football and our
community standing to
raise aspirations and
transform lives.

VALUES
Throughout all that we
do the following core
values are exhibited by
everyone connected with
Rochdale AFC
Community Trust.

PASSIONATE

IMPACTFUL

HONEST

HIGH QUALITY

FAIR

The Role

Job Title:

Coach/Lead coach

Work Base:

Crown Oil Arena, Sandy Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5DR

Salary:

£12.21 Hourly rate/expenses – £15 for lead coaches

Employment Type:

Casual / Flexible (including weekdays, evenings, and
occasional weekends)

Contract Length:

Casual hours

Purpose of the position:
The purpose of this position is to deliver high-quality coaching across multiple sports,
fostering skill development and teamwork in young athletes. The role also might involve
leading and mentoring a team of coaches to ensure consistent, engaging, and effective
sessions. This position supports the overall growth and success of the sports program
through strong leadership and multi-sport expertise.

Main duties and responsibilities:
delivering engaging multi-sports sessions by planning and leading high-quality, inclusive
activities across a range of sports for children and young people in both school and
community settings. The role involves promoting participation and enjoyment by creating a
fun, safe, and supportive environment that fosters physical activity, skill development, and
a lifelong love of sport. It also focuses on supporting educational and social outcomes by
using sport to develop participants' confidence, teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyles.
Coaches are expected to adapt sessions to meet the diverse needs of individuals, including
those with disabilities or from underrepresented groups, and act as positive role models by
representing Rochdale Community Trust with professionalism, enthusiasm, and integrity.
Ensuring safeguarding and health & safety is a key aspect, requiring adherence to all
relevant procedures and the prompt reporting of any concerns. Additional responsibilities
include maintaining equipment and resources, accurately completing required
documentation such as attendance records and session evaluations, attending training and
meetings to support professional development, and contributing to wider Trust activities,
including events, holiday camps, and outreach initiatives.

Employee benefits:
• Flexible working hours
• £175 uniform allowance
• Rochdale AFC match tickets
• Cycle to work scheme

Recruitment Timetable:
There is no application deadline -
we will hold first round interviews with selected
candidates as applications are received and close
the vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.

Person Specification

When completing your cover letter, please highlight, using
examples, how you meet each element of the person specification.

Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

Essential:

Essential:

• Understanding of a sporting club

foundation/trust.
• Computer literate.
• Understanding of how to market

programmes to schools and educational
partners.

• Knowledge and understanding of

safeguarding children and vulnerable
adults.

• Designing multisport session plans that
link in line with the national curriculum.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Rochdale and the
surrounding geographical area.

• Leading a team of coaches

• Minimum UKCC Level 1 coaching
qualification in any sport or FA level 1
Football
• Experience working with children or
young people
• Strong communication and organisational
skills
• Ability to lead or assist a session
confidently
• A commitment to safeguarding and child
protection
• Willingness to work flexibly across
different sites and times

Desirable:

• FA Level 2 (or equivalent) coaching

qualification

• D1 (minibus) license
• Working towards a sports degree
• Teaching qualification
• Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate/ on

the update service

Application Process

3. CHECKS & REFERENCES
If you are successful with your application,
and at interview stage, we will ask for the
details of two named contacts to act as
references; one of which must be your
current or most recent employer.

Successful candidates will also be required
to undertake a Disclosure and Barring
Service (DBS) check before officially joining
Rochdale AFC Community Trust.

1. APPLICATION
To apply, please follow the steps outlined
below.

1. Please send the following to

community@rochdaleafc.co.uk, with the
subject title Coach

o CV showing your career to date
AND
o Cover letter highlighting your
motivation for the post and
indicating how your skills and
experience meet the person
specification.

2. SELECTION
All applications received will be shortlisted
against person specification.
Those matching our requirements will be
invited to short interview.

We will then shortlist and a formal
interview/look around will be arranged for a
suitable time.

Due to the volume of applications received
for most roles, we are only able to contact
candidates if they are shortlisted for
interview. If you don’t hear from us within
two weeks of your application,
unfortunately on this occasion you should
assume your application has not been
successful.

We aim to provide feedback to all shortlisted
candidates who are unsuccessful at
interview. However, due to the volume of
applications received for most roles,
unfortunately we will not provide feedback
for those who are not shortlisted for
interview.

Our Commitment

Rochdale AFC Community Trust is wholly committed to Safeguarding and promoting the
welfare and safety of children and young people. We fully expect all Board members,
employees and volunteers to always demonstrate and communicate this commitment.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief,
gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age,
pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status or any other consideration
prohibited by law.

We are committed to positively promoting equality of opportunity in all aspects of
employment. All applicants will be considered for employment based on the job
requirements and the individual’s ability and merits in meeting the requirements

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