The successful coach will work with The FA Charter Standard Clubs or specific target groups, on a part-time basis, and will each provide agreed hours of mentoring support to clubs or individuals, across a 12 month period. Mentors will provide quality targeted support that challenges coaches to excel in their work and enhance coaching standards nationally.

The aim of the Mentoring programme is;

• To support the development of coaches in Grassroots football  leaving a lasting legacy
• To work with Clubs to identify the needs of coaches
• To  mentor and support coaches working in Charter Standard Clubs
• To observe, provide feedback and create action plans for clubs and individuals 
• To develop and deliver a programme of support for coaches across the 4 corners
• To support coach development , focusing upon the knowledge , skills and attributes to be an effective coach
• To support and develop reflection skills
• To develop  individual, bespoke  club  based  events  to  support  the  learning  of  coaches 

The mentoring programme will meet the needs of coaches at a local level, promoting and cascading the principles of the England DNA, as well as linking with The FA Respect programme.

Application details and forms can be found in the documents listed below, with application forms directly submitted to - coachmentorapplications@thefa.com – deadline is 5pm on Mon 23rd May.

Interviews for successful applicants will take place in Stokesley on Wednesday 8th June.