Role: Premier League Inspires and Kicks Lead Coach Location: East Sussex or West Sussex, please state on your CV which role you wish to apply for Hours: 35 hours per week Job Type: Permanent Deadline Day: 22nd July 2025 About Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation We are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, using the power of football to change lives. We are passionate about delivering high quality, inclusive and impactful community programmes that help children, young people, and adults get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex. If you share our commitment to making a difference in our communities then we'd love you to be part of the team. What is the role We are looking for two Lead Coaches to come and support our Premier League Inspires and Kicks programme, one based in East Sussex and one in West Sussex. You will plan and deliver high quality experiences to all participants, primarily through football sessions, but also supporting workshops and social action project. You will also plan and deliver mentoring programmes and behavioural development strategies with targeted students and cohorts of students. Your coaching background We are seeking candidates with prior experience in the sports or education sector, along with a solid understanding of working within SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) sport. Strong interpersonal skills and being a consistent team performer are essential. To be successful in this role you must hold the following qualifications: - UEFA C Licence - FA Safeguarding Children - FA Introduction to First Aid Our values are essential to our success Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do: - Treat People Well - Exceed Expectations - Aim High. Never Give Up - Act with Integrity - Make it Special How we say thank you In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to: - 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff) - Rewards platform, which includes access to 900 retailers, a wellbeing centre and more! - Enhanced family policies - Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground - Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season - In-house training programme and CPD opportunities - Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses Our commitment to EDI We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact the team. Safeguarding is part of everything we do We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.