Coach Development Officer

Location:
This is a hybrid role offering flexibility to work remotely, from the Berks & Bucks FA office (Milton Park, OX14 4SB), from home, and across the County.

Salary:
Band 4 (£26,280–£32,181) per annum, depending on experience.

Hours:
35 hours per week, with evening and weekend work required in line with the demands of the role.

Contract:
Full Time – Fixed Term Contract (ending June 2028)

The Opportunity

Berks & Bucks FA is seeking a passionate and energetic individual to join its Workforce Team as a Coach Development Officer. This role is focused on growing and sustaining coaching and coach development opportunities to support the effective delivery of grassroots football.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Football Workforce Manager to build and manage positive relationships with England Football Accredited Clubs, supporting the development of coaches and ensuring a quality experience for players across all pathways.

Berks & Bucks FA is proud to be an organisation run by good people, committed to ensuring that everyone can play football in a safe and inclusive environment. The organisation's mission is to lead, protect, and support individuals on their football journey, inspiring a lifelong connection with the game.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage 2-star and 3-star England Football Accredited Clubs with the Thriving Community Club Framework and assist with assessments related to the Coaching pillar.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including FA Regional Staff, FA Casual Workforce, and strategic partners to support coach development and thriving community clubs.
• Support clubs in developing tailored Coach Development plans and programmes.
• Coordinate and deliver a County-wide Coach Development Programme, supporting coaches at all levels through club, county, and regional initiatives.

A full list of responsibilities and the person specification is available in the attached job description below.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Understanding of the football structure and partner organisations both nationally and within the County FA locality.
• Working knowledge of inclusion, equality, anti-discrimination, and safeguarding.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Desirable:

• Experience using mapping programmes for strategic and logistical planning.
• Individual and group coaching and training skills.
• Proven ability to build networks and relationships with a variety of stakeholders to support strategic priorities.

What Berks & Bucks FA Offers

• Commitment to training and development.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
• A forward-thinking employer that puts people at the heart of decision-making.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working and family-friendly policies.

Application process

Please complete the online application form (please note the below link will take you to an external website to apply) and Equality & Diversity monitoring form and send a copy of your accompanying CV to Hiring@Berks-BucksFA.com.


Closing date & Interviews

The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on Tuesday 23rd September 2025. In-person interviews will take place on Wednesday 1st October 2025.

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal discussion, please contact, Football Workforce Manager, Richard Brant, on 01235544890 or via email.


Application documents:
Application Form
Job Description and Person Specification
Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form

Further information

Berks & Bucks FA are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all communities. 

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate may need to undertake a FA enhanced DBS check before commencement in the post. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all members of the board are required to keep up to date with training and qualifications to ensure we are keeping our football community safe.