21st May 2018

JOB OPPORTUNITY - OPEN GOALS COMMUNITY COACH (CASUAL)

The LFC Foundation has job opportunities for Community Coaches with their newest project, Open Goals. Open Goals is a new multi-sports and physical activity programme designed to support families to be more active together, taking place every weekend in parks across Liverpool.

Sessions will be free to attend and involve fun games for all abilities, suitable for everyone 5 years and older.

You will find Open Goals sessions in parks around the Liverpool including; Stanley Park, Doric Park, Wavertree Park, Walton Hall Park and Belle Vale Park.

Job Description & Person Specification

Title: Community Coach – Open Goals Project (Casual)

Reports to: Coach Engagement Lead

Based at: Anfield Sports Community Centre, Lower Breck Road, Liverpool L6 0AG

Job Purpose: To plan and deliver safe enjoyable ability specific coaching sessions that is both structured and progressive.

Salary: Competitive

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

To deliver multi-sports coaching sessions appropriate to the age and ability of the participants.
To work weekends supporting the new LFC Foundation Programme “Open Goals”
To produce and evaluate session plans for all activities.
To undertake dynamic risk assessments.
To adhere to LFC Foundation Safeguarding procedure at all times.
To take payment for activities as appropriate and deliver back to the LFC Foundation with records to back up payments made.
To ensure that all LFC Foundation equipment is in good working order and assembled properly – to report to the Foundation any equipment that needs attention.
To ensure that the LFC Foundation’s Codes of Conduct are adhered to at all times.
To keep up to date registers for all activities.
Registration forms collected and processed in line with LFC Foundation data protection policy.
To attend training courses continuing professional development as required.
To adhere to National Governing Body (FA) guidelines.
Any other task which is deemed necessary by the LFC Foundation as it continuously grows.

Person Specification	Description	Essential	Desirable
1. Qualifications	Multi-Sports Level 1 Multi-Sports Level 2 AFPE Level 3 FA Youth Modules Safeguarding & Protecting Children & Vulnerable Adults Emergency First Aid qualification Level 1+ in other sports	* *	* * * * *
2. Experience	Planning and delivering multi-sports sessions Coaching children and young people Working within a school setting Working with vulnerable children & adults Working within an innovative Charity Youth Work Experience	* *	* * * *
3. Knowledge	Understanding differentiation within a session Knowledge in field of Special Educational Needs Knowledge of history of Liverpool FC and its traditions and values Commitment to Liverpool FC Foundation’s mission	* *	* * *
4. Technical Competencies
Information Technology	Experience and understanding of Word, Excel, PowerPoint		*
Communication	Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills Comfortable in working with a wide and diverse range of different people Confident and professional manner at all times	* * *
Analysis and Problem Solving	Use of a methodical approach to isolate problems and define opportunities to provide creative and realistic solutions which meet Foundation’s and partner’s needs. Forward thinking and creative in outlook	*	*
5. Core Competencies
Planning & Project Management	Ability to evaluate successes and areas for development Plan a structured short, medium and long term plan		* *
Leadership	Transmission of the Foundation’s vision to be the “World’s Leading Foundation” Highly motivated individual and motivates others Experience of mentoring other staff members Strong organisation skills	* * *	*
6. Personal Attributes	Self-driven and motivated Driven approach ensuring highest quality delivery Flexible Willingness to learn and develop through Continuous Professional Development both internally and externally Positive and professional manner upholding the reputation of LFC Foundation at all times	* * * * *
7. Other	Full Driving License Own Transport Role will include evenings and weekend work	*	* *
8. General Foundation Accountabilities	To ensure compliance with all relevant Foundation policies, including health and safety policies and safeguarding. The Foundation embraces differences regardless and expects all employees to adhere to our principles of Equality & Diversity as detailed within our Embracing Difference Regardless Policy. To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements. To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Liverpool Football Club. To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Foundation and its personnel. The post is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.	* * * * * *

To learn more about Open Goals, please visit here!

To apply please send a CV and cover letter to: opengoals@liverpoolfc.com