Football Development Officer (Coach Development)
North Riding FA
Location: Hybrid – Based at North Riding FA, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, with travel across Teesside and North Yorkshire
Contract: Fixed Term (until 30 June 2028)
Salary: £25,200 – £30,319 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including occasional evenings and weekends

Overview
North Riding FA is seeking a passionate and skilled Football Development Officer (Coach Development) to lead the delivery of its coach development programme. The successful candidate will work with clubs and stakeholders to recruit, support, and develop coaches, helping to build a more diverse and sustainable coaching workforce across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver coach development programmes aligned with the FA Learning Coach Development Framework
• Support England Football Accredited Clubs with the Thriving Community Club Framework
• Develop club-specific coach development plans and promote inclusive recruitment
• Deliver Coach Developer training and manage a team of Casual Coach Developers
• Collaborate with FA staff, strategic partners, and safeguarding teams
• Promote diversity and inclusion in coaching across all pathways
• Provide high-quality customer service and use FA technology systems effectively

Person Specification
Essential:

• Practical experience in coach development
• Knowledge of FA coaching qualifications and grassroots strategy
• Strong project management, communication, and IT skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and equality
• Full, clean driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable:

• UEFA B Licence or FA Tutor qualification
• Experience with mapping tools and volunteer engagement
• Budget management and report writing skills

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
• Hybrid working policy
• Opportunities for professional development

How to Apply

Please download the attached application pack below for further details regarding the role and to apply.

Applications must be submitted by Friday 10th October 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Friday 17th October, with interviews scheduled for Wednesday 29th October 2025.

For enquiries, contact John Fothergill (Head of Football Development & Operations) at John.Fothergill@northridingfa.com or call 01642 717770.

North Riding FA is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding. A DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.