Burnley FC in the Community (BFCitC) is the award-winning, official charity of Burnley Football Club.

We work hard every day to deliver our mission to inspire, support and deliver change to communities across Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, the Ribble Valley and West Yorkshire.

We believe in the immense power of our football club to transform people’s lives for the better. We believe Burnley and Pendle is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you. Come and be part of our story!

Job Summary

Working within the Sports Development department, the Cricket Development Coach will deliver on a range of Cricket programmes delivered to 5-16 years old.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Cricket Development Officer, the Casual Cricket Development Coach will be expected to:

To deliver high-quality cricket sessions that engage, enthuse and progress young people.

To engage, inspire and empower young people to reach their full potential.

To liaise with the Sports Development Manager and Cricket Development Officer, and proactively promote the Sports Development programmes and carry out all meaningful tasks, when so asked to do, by the Sports Development Manager.

To work in partnership with BFCitC and Burnley Football Club departments on community initiatives as identified by the Head of Football Development, CEO of BFCitC and Board of Trustees.

To ensure that the health and safety issues are implemented in all areas of the programme.

Identify talented individuals involved in the projects and refer those individuals to appropriate destinations.

Work with individuals and/or groups from a range of diverse backgrounds.

To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.

To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires.

To work towards agreed objectives.

Comply with all Charity policies.

Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.

Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.

Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.

Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.

Always demonstrate the Charity’s values.