Job description:

We are looking to recruit a dedicated Coach Development Co-ordinator on a part-time, permanent contract. This role will support the operations of the Football Development Department and contribute to the successful delivery of the Grassroots Football Strategy. 

This role will support the growth and delivery of our expanding Coach Development Programme and work closely with the current Coach Development Lead. A key part of the role will be coordinating a casual workforce to deliver high-quality CPD opportunities across the county, ensuring coaches are well supported and connected through our Thriving Clubs initiative.

In addition, the role will collaborate with colleagues to positively influence wider areas of the grassroots game, helping to create and sustain a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.

To join the team and be successful, the individual must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role on offer and how their expertise and any experience will enable them to meet the essential and desirable criteria within the role. The individual will be able to demonstrate their passion and professionalism for the role.

The successful applicant will report to the Coach Development Lead and thereafter to the Football Development Manager and the Chief Executive Officer. 

Applicants should have prior experience in project management, a background in coaching, and ideally be UEFA C qualified. The ideal candidate must also be flexible and able to work occasional evenings and weekends as required. 

We are committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk, and anyone working with us will be required to follow our safeguarding policies.

What can we offer? 
• An exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, progressive business
• A chance to work with key stakeholders within the grassroots and professional game
• A commitment to empowered and supportive personal development
• A Workplace Pension Scheme
• A Personal Accident policy
• Flexible working hours
• Health Scheme
• Birthday leave
• Multi Faith Prayer Room available
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to FA Cup Final & England tickets at Wembley
• Additional time off over Christmas
• Personal Development Budgets
• Free Nike Staff Uniform every year

To apply, please complete the application form in our application pack and either email: [email protected] or post to the address as follows:

Strictly Private & Confidential,
Vicki Windslow
Coach Development Co-ordinator vacancy
Sussex County FA
Culver Road
Lancing
West Sussex
BN15 9AX

The role involves working 21 hours per week, Monday to Friday (specific days and times to be confirmed), with occasional evening and weekend work as required.

The position offers 20 Days leave per annum (pro-rata’d based on agreed working pattern for part-time working) and a salary of £14,000 per annum, subject to a 3-month probationary period.

Closing date for applications is Midday on Friday 24th October 2025, with interviews week commencing 10th November 2025. Please note that we are unable to acknowledge receipt of applications.

Disability Confident  
We pride ourselves on being an employer who is committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We have a dedicated team to support any employee with a disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch. 

Equality Statement  
We believe that football belongs to, and should be enjoyed by, anyone who wants to participate in it. We are committed to promoting equality within the business in every aspect of its work and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and experiences to apply for this role, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. 

If any questions arise about the role or clarity is required on the recruitment pack, please contact:

Development
T: 01903 766855
E: [email protected]