Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit sessional coaches and instructors to deliver a wide range of sports and activities within primary & secondary schools as well as other community sessions.

The candidates will be responsible for planning and leading sessions, keeping registers, ensuring welfare, and maintaining the high standards we set here at the Accrington Stanley Community Trust.

Click here to see the full job description – Sessional sports coach job spec

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Community Sports Coach to work within our OUTSTANDING Sport & Health department.

The Community Sports Coach will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching in primary schools and other community settings, fostering a passion for physical activity while supporting personal development. As part of the Accrington Stanley Community Trust, you will help participants of all ages reach their full potential and encourage sustained engagement in physical activity.

A key aspect of this role will be delivering a variety of sports-based projects, focusing on providing opportunities for young people to engage in physical activity, develop their skills, and improve both physical and mental wellbeing.

As a Community Sports Coach, you will also promote healthy lifestyle choices and deliver educational messages through football and sport. This role will primarily involve coaching in primary and secondary school settings, with regular collaboration across schools in Hyndburn, Ribble Valley, and Rossendale.

The ideal candidate will have at least an FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football, and will be expected to work weekends, evenings, and match days as required by the charity.

A valid UK driving licence with business insurance is essential, as the role involves travel across East Lancashire and other areas.

Click here to see the full job description – Community Sports Coach JD Aug 2025

Please note the deadline to apply is 9am Thursday 14th August 2025

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Sports Tutor to join our growing education team based at the award-winning Stanley Sports Hub.

We’re looking for someone who is ready to make a difference – someone who can inspire, educate, and empower young people through the power of sport.

About Us

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is the official charity of Accrington Stanley Football Club, dedicated to improving lives across Hyndburn. Since becoming a registered charity in 2010, we’ve grown significantly and now deliver over 30 programmes annually, engaging more than 16,000 people in areas such as sport participation, education, health & wellbeing, and community engagement.

We are proud to work from our £4 million state-of-the-art Stanley Sports Hub – a professional and inspiring environment featuring elite training facilities, modern classrooms, a gym, and more.

The Role

We are seeking a full-time, permanent Sports Tutor to support the delivery of our Further Education programmes. This role is ideal for someone with a degree in sport or physical education, a Level 5+ teaching qualification, and a passion for working with young people aged 16-19.

Whether you’re an experienced tutor or a newly qualified teacher ready for your first step into education, we’d love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering and assessing engaging lessons in sport-based qualifications.

• Supporting the academic and personal development of students.

• Playing a key role in curriculum planning and student recruitment.

• Inspiring young people to achieve their potential both in and out of the classroom.

Why Join Us?

Working at Accrington Stanley Community Trust means more than just a job. You’ll be part of a committed, friendly, and innovative team that’s passionate about creating opportunities for the next generation.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary circa £26,000 + bonuses

• Free gym and childcare (school holidays, ages 5–11)

• Free staff uniform and laptop

• Free ASFC home matchday tickets

• 28 days annual leave + 10 home working days

• On-site parking and pension scheme

• Annual salary review and Christmas bonus

What We’re Looking For

You’ll need:

• A degree in sport or PE

• A recognised teaching qualification (Level 5 or above)

• A full UK driving licence with business insurance

• A passion for education, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate young people

Knowledge of NCFE and BTEC qualifications and experience in a FE setting are desirable but not essential.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re driven, enthusiastic, and ready to make an impact, send your CV and cover letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk by Friday 1st August 2025.

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 4th August 2025.

Click here to see the full job description – Sports Tutor

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Community Sports Coach to work within our OUTSTANDING Sport & Health department.

The Community Sports Coach will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching to individuals of all ages, fostering a passion for physical activity while supporting their personal development. As part of the Accrington Stanley Community Trust, you will help participants reach their full potential and encourage sustained engagement in physical activity.

A key aspect of this role includes project managing the Premier League Kicks Project, which leverages the power of football and sport to inspire young people. The project focuses on creating opportunities to play, coach, and officiate, while also enhancing both physical and mental wellbeing. Additionally, it provides valuable pathways into education, training, and employment for young people.

As a Community Sports Coach, you will also promote healthy lifestyle choices and deliver educational messages through football and sport. This role will primarily involve coaching in primary and secondary school settings, with regular collaboration across schools in Hyndburn, Ribble Valley, and Rossendale.

The ideal candidate will have at least an FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football, and will be expected to work weekends, evenings, and match days as required by the charity.

A valid UK driving licence with business insurance is essential, as the role involves travel across East Lancashire and other areas.

Click here to see the full job description – Community Sports Coach (PL Kicks) JD 2025

Please note the deadline to apply is 9am Friday 21st Feb 2025

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk 

Accrington Stanley Community Trust is looking to recruit a Sports Tutor to work within their OUTSTANDING education department.

The candidates will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons to our Football College students, and assessing learners work in a timely manner, whilst also maintaining the high standards we set here at the Accrington Stanley Community Trust.

Click here to see the full job description – Sports Tutor

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk