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Sports Coaching Volunteer – Football Sessions

Reading FC Community Trust

Location
📍 Reading, Berkshire
Pay
💷 Voluntary unpaid – expenses covered
Hours
⏱ 8-12 hours per week (flexible scheduling around your studies) hrs/week
Duration
📅 6 months with potential for ongoing opportunity
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Sector
Sport

Employer information

Address
Madejski Stadium, Junction 11, M4 Motorway, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0FL
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Requirements

Must be 16 or over, genuine enthusiasm for football and working with young people, Enhanced DBS check required (can be arranged), reliable and able to commit to regular sessions, basic level of football knowledge helpful but not essential

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You’ll be supporting our qualified coaches to deliver fun and engaging football sessions for young people aged 7-16 across Reading. Your day-to-day tasks will include helping set up training drills, assisting with warm-ups and cool-downs, providing one-to-one support to participants, and helping maintain a safe and inclusive environment. You’ll work alongside our experienced coaching team at various community venues throughout Reading, including local schools and parks.

This volunteer role will give you practical experience in sports coaching, youth engagement, and community work. You’ll develop your communication and leadership skills while learning how to structure effective training sessions and manage group dynamics. You’ll gain insight into how a professional football club runs community programmes, and you’ll build confidence working with young people from diverse backgrounds. This is a great way to develop your coaching knowledge and gain a recognised volunteer reference.

This opportunity is perfect if you’re passionate about football and want to make a real difference in your local community. Whether you’re studying sports science, PE, education, or just love working with young people, this role will enhance your CV and give you valuable hands-on experience. It’s ideal if you want to explore a career in coaching, youth development, or community sport.

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