School Holiday Coach at Colchester United Community Foundation

Job Description:

Latest job information from Colchester United Community Foundation for the position of School Holiday Coach. If the School Holiday Coach vacancy in Colchester matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) has an exciting opportunity available for the Summer Holidays!

Colchester united Community Foundation is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, we provide high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week.

If you are a student, coach or teacher looking for holiday work alongside any other work commitments, with experience and/or passion for sport and developing participants then this is an opportunity for you!

CUCF are looking to recruit talented coaches to work within our Holiday Programmes (Summer and future holiday periods - October half term 2026, Xmas 2026 & February half term 2027, Easter 2027, May HT 2027).

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum FA Introduction to Coaching Award/or equivalent NGB Level 1 Qualification (Example Cricket or Rugby)
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
• FA Safeguarding Children
• Willing to complete a CUFC Enhanced DBS Check
• Full Clean UK Driving License
• Previous or current coaching, teaching, community experience

We re seeking staff to:

Develop

• Develop positive and effective relationships and partnerships with colleagues, participants, parents/guardians, and community partners.

Deliver

• Deliver the golden thread of safeguarding each day, creating:
• Safe Environments
• Safe People
• Safe Behaviours
• Deliver a high-quality provision within school holiday community programmes.

Support

• Support with the development and increased engagement on school holiday community projects and programmes.

Collaborate

• Collaborate with participants, colleagues, partners, and parents/guardians to maximise impact in helping participants realise and reach their potential.

Evaluate

• Evaluate the impact and success of delivery by collecting data (Where applicable), feedbacking case studies, and showcasing success.

All CUCF positions adhere to:

Safeguarding

• Colchester United Community Foundation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We aim to create a safe and supportive environment for all, and we expect all employees and volunteers to actively contribute to this commitment. Our safeguarding culture is built upon training, policies, and a shared responsibility for the safety and well-being of those we work with.

• In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, as this role involves working with vulnerable groups, all candidates will be required to undergo a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment process. Additional safeguarding training or qualifications may be required for the role.

• As part of the recruitment process, successful candidates will need to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, in compliance with immigration law.

• In some cases, we may be required to refer concerns about an individual's suitability to work with vulnerable groups to the appropriate authorities, such as the Disclosure and Barring Service or local safeguarding boards, in line with our safeguarding policies.

• Further information can be found HERE

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We will ensure that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010. Further information can be found HERE

Health & Safety

• Fully endorse, demonstrate, and carry out the company s health and safety policy including COSHH.
• Comply with all company policies and statutory regulations.
• Have a full knowledge of procedures for evacuation regarding fire safety.

CUCF Employee Benefits:

• Free staff onsite parking
• A pension scheme is available for eligible applicants
• Free Staff Macron Uniform
• Opportunities to work Colchester United home games
• Opportunities to work alongside the Colchester United Academy (Category 2)
• Access to monthly internal Staff Training (Average 60 hours per year)
• External training opportunities through national partners (Premier League Charitable Fund & EFL in the Community).
• CUFC Club Shop Discount

Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

Please apply with a CV and Covering Letter.

Closing Date: Friday 3 rd July 2026 (Please note that applications may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found).

Interview Dates: Throughout June & July 2026

Start Date: WC 20 th July 2026

For further details, please contact (FAO: Joe Hart).

Job Info:

• Company: Colchester United Community Foundation
• Position: School Holiday Coach
• Work Location: Colchester
• Country: GB

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