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Job Vacancy – Sports Tutor
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:
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Delivering and assessing engaging lessons in sport-based qualifications.
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Supporting the academic and personal development of students.
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Playing a key role in curriculum planning and student recruitment.
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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:
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Competitive salary circa £26,000 + bonuses
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Free gym and childcare (school holidays, ages 5–11)
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Free staff uniform and laptop
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Free ASFC home matchday tickets
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28 days annual leave + 10 home working days
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On-site parking and pension scheme
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Annual salary review and Christmas bonus
What We’re Looking For
You’ll need:
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A degree in sport or PE
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A recognised teaching qualification (Level 5 or above)
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A full UK driving licence with business insurance
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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
Casual Community Sports Coaches
Accrington Stanley Community Trust are always looking to recruit experienced, motivated and committed sports coaches who are passionate about delivering a range of sports sessions/programmes across the Hyndburn, Ribble Valley & Rossendale areas.
Applicants must be individuals who want to progress whilst also being flexible to work at different times and on various projects in themes such as participation, Inclusion, Education & Health throughout our expansive and continually expanding community scheme.
Previous experience of working within a football in the community setting and within the three district areas mentioned above would also be beneficial.
Candidates MUST have access to and be able to drive a car.
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.
Candidates need to demonstrate:
- Experience & knowledge of community sports development
- Be able to deliver fun & exciting sessions in a safe environment
- A confident manner
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiasm
- Organisation
- Professionalism
The successful candidate (s) will have:
- Minimum Level 2 Qualification in a chosen sport
- FA Youth Module 1
- First Aid/ Safeguarding Certificate
- CRB/DBS Clearance
Desirable (s):
- FA Youth Module 2 and/or 3 (or working towards)
- UEFA B
- Level 1 and/or Level 2 coaching award in additional sports
Accrington Stanley Community Trust is one of Hyndburn’s biggest sporting provider. We also provide our staff with a comprehensive training programme in order for all staff to achieve our desirable qualification whilst employed with the Trust. We have a proven track record of employing, training and developing enthusiastic coaches who now form an integral part of our development team.
How to apply
Please send a CV and covering letter to lee.walsh@stanleytrust.co.uk
All potential staff will have a verbal and practical interview in order for us to see the standard of your coaching and communication skills.
How to get involved
Accrington Stanley Community Trust has a proven pathway to identify, recruit, train and develop staff. If you would like to be involved in any way then please email us on jobs@stanleytrust.co.uk
