Chester FC Women are looking for a First Team Coach!

    Chester FC Women are recruiting a volunteer First Team Coach to work alongside the existing management team.

    This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and ambitious coach to contribute to the continued progress of our women’s team, who play in North West Women’s Regional Football League, with home matches taking place at the Deva Stadium.

    The ideal candidate will have a UEFA B Licence; however, we welcome applications from UEFA C Licence holders who can demonstrate a clear understanding of player and team development. We have three contacts per week, with training on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and matches on Sundays.

    Please note this is a voluntary position, however we will provide Chester FC uniform, and ongoing support with CPD and training. Appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and a full UK driving licence would be an advantage.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Plan, deliver, and review the coaching and games programme aligned with the team’s principles of play and objectives.
    • Lead the player’s warm up and cool down routines on matchday.
    • Ensure a clear focus on development, both for the individual player and team, through player reviews, analysis tools and individual development plans (IDPs).
    • Collaborate with the management team on the identification and recruitment of players into the women’s team.
    • Attend and contribute to management team meetings.
    • Contribute to monitoring the transition of players through the player pathway.
    • Adhere to FA safeguarding and equality policies and procedures, and FA and club codes of conduct at all times.
    • Represent the club in the media and at public events in a professional manner.

    Qualifications/Experience

    • UEFA C licence (UEFA B licence desirable)
    • FA Introduction to First Aid in Football certificate
    • FA Safeguarding Children certificate
    • Full UK driving license (desirable)

    How to Apply

    Please submit a covering letter together with your football CV to kalvin.williams@chesterfc.com.