FOOTBALL PROGRAMMES COORDINATOR
Contract Type: Permanent
Role Type: Employment
Hours: Full or Part time
Application deadline: Monday, May 11, 2026 - 17:40
Based: Sunderland
Salary: £26,000 to 27,500 Per Annum
Salary Type: Salary Scale
Location: Tyne and Wear
Role description: Senior Project Support
At the Foundation of Light, we use the power of football to create better opportunities and better lives across Sunderland, South Tyneside and County Durham. Through education, connection and wellbeing, we break down barriers, build confidence and help people reach their potential.
Our new strategy is bold, ambitious and community-focused, and we’re growing our team to make an even bigger impact. If you’re passionate about changing lives and want to be part of something that truly matters, join us.
We are seeking a highly motivated Football Programmes Coordinator to help build upon the success of the Foundation Football provision. The new role will lead the implementation and development of a range of football coaching programmes.
* Co‑ordinate and develop the Foundation Football Programme – ensuring excellent delivery, player recruitment and retention
* Support the creation of more opportunities for players to participate in football activities and the implementation of the player development pathway
* Support the development of a high-quality and competent coaching workforce – ensuring recruitment, training and mentorship
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Stewart Doyle (stewart.doyle@foundationoflight.co.uk) or Jack Gray (jack.gray@foundationoflight.co.uk).
Key information about the role
* This is a permanent role, upon successful completion of a probation period.
* We are open to full time (35 hours per week) or part time (20‑24 hours per week).
* You will be required to work a minimum of three evening and weekend sessions per week (on average) – important as majority of our football programme operate at these times.
* Will work across Sunderland, South Tyneside and Co Durham.
The closing date is Monday 11th May. Interviews will take place week beginning Monday 1 June. Appointments may be subject to an enhanced DBS Check.
Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Candidates who have not heard within six weeks of application should assume they have been unsuccessful.
Contact: Gemma Snaith – gemma.snaith@foundationoflight.co.uk for applications.
Foundation of Light
Beacon of Light
Sunderland
SR5 1SN
Tel: 0191 563 4777
Registered Charity No 1089333
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