Coach Development Officer – Leicestershire & Rutland County FA

• Salary: Starting from £26,000 per annum
• Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week (some evening and weekend work required)
• Location: Holmes Park, Dog and Gun Lane, Whetstone, LE8 6FA (with travel around the county and some home working)

About the Role

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join its team as a Coach Development Officer.

This full-time permanent role will play a vital part in growing and supporting the coaching workforce across Leicestershire and Rutland. By working with England Football Accredited Clubs, Coaching Leads, and community partners, the appointed individual will ensure that every coach has access to meaningful learning, mentoring, and development opportunities that create positive experiences for every player.

The organisation is seeking applications from individuals who share its core values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. This role supports the wider mission: inspiring positive change through football across Leicestershire and Rutland by uniting communities, tackling inequalities and improving the health of the population.

Key Responsibilities

The Coach Development Officer will lead the growth and sustainability of high-quality coaching and coach development opportunities across the county. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering Coach Developer Training and mentoring for Club Coaching Leads
• Recruiting, managing and supporting a diverse team of Casual Coach Developers
• Coordinating and delivering a County-wide Coach Development Programme that supports coaches at all levels of the game
• Building strong relationships with clubs, leagues, schools, local authorities and FA Regional staff to grow and sustain a representative coaching workforce
• Delivering on the LRCFA Youth Engagement Plan, including leading on the Young Leaders Programme

This work will directly impact thousands of coaches, players and volunteers, helping to shape an inclusive and thriving football community.

Candidate Profile

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is seeking applications from individuals who share its values of being progressive, respectful, collaborative and inclusive. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Significant coach development experience, ideally in grassroots football
• Project management skills, with the ability to plan, set and meet objectives to deadlines
• A good understanding of safeguarding, equality and inclusion

Why Join Leicestershire & Rutland County FA?

The organisation offers a flexible approach to working, enabling employees to balance the demands of the role with personal circumstances. Benefits include free gym membership and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking team dedicated to supporting grassroots football.

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA received the Employee Wellbeing & Engagement Award at the 2024 County FA Recognition Awards and has been shortlisted again for the 2025 Awards, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and positive workplace.

Application Process

Apply Here

• Closing Date: 12pm on Monday 20 October 2025
• Interviews: Tuesday 28 October 2025

For any questions about the role, please contact jobs@leicestershirefa.com.

Leicestershire & Rutland County FA is committed to equality of opportunity for all. Applications from women, people with disabilities, and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities are especially welcomed, as these groups are currently underrepresented within the organisation.

For more information download in the application pack below.