Closing date: 23 October 2026
Football Enrichment Lead
Employer: MK Dons Football Community Trust
Location: Stadium MK & MK Training Ground Milton Keynes
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Contract: Fixed -term Contract until 30th June 2027
Hours: 20 hours (Mon -Fri)
(Annual Leave to be taken out of term time only)
About Us
Milton Keynes Dons Community Trust isacharitable organisation dedicated tomaking a positive impact onpeople’s lives through sport and community programmes .We support individuals ;particularly young people, tobuild confidence, develop leadership skills, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing, regardless oftheir background orability .
We deliver inclusive, high -quality programmes designed tomeet the needs ofour communities, ensuring that everyone hastheopportunity toparticipate and thrive .
We are building onstrong foundations tobecome aleading force forgood across Milton Keynes—reaching further, supporting more people, and working inpartnership with organisations across thecitytocreate lasting change .
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Football Enrichment Lead to join the Education Team at MK Dons Community Trust. Reporting to the Education Manager, you will lead the delivery and development of the Post -16 Football Education and Academy Programme, providing high -quality coaching, enrichment opportunities and support for young people aged 16 -19.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coaching academy players, managing fixtures and events, supporting student development, and growing participation through effective engagement with schools, clubs and community partners. You will play a key role in creating positive educational and footballing outcomes while ensuring all activities are delivered to the highest standards of safeguarding, inclusion and professionalism.
This role is ideal for a passionate and organised individual with strong coaching, communication and leadership skills who is committed to inspiring and developing young people through football and education.
Key Responsibilities
Working closely with theEducation Manager and wider Education Team, you will:
- Lead thedelivery ofthePost -16Football Education and Academy Programme, ensuring ahigh -quality experience forallparticipants .
- Plan and deliver engaging football coaching sessions that support player development and educational outcomes .
- Manage academy squads, fixtures, tournaments, enrichment activities and events throughout theacademic year .
- Monitor student attendance, progress, engagement and wellbeing, maintaining accurate records and reports .
- Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, schools, grassroots clubs and community partners .
- Support therecruitment and retention ofstudents, promoting theprogramme through presentations, events and outreach activities .
- Ensure allactivities aredelivered inline with safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, and Trust policies .
- Contribute totheongoing growth and development oftheEducation Department and wider Community Trust programmes .
About You
We are looking forsomeone who ispassionate about developing young people through football and education .You will have strong coaching, communication and organisational skills, with the ability tobuild positive relationships with students, parents, schools and community partners .
You will bemotivated, professional and able towork effectively both independently and as part ofateam .Acommitment tosafeguarding, inclusion and continuous improvement is essential, along with the ability toinspire and support young people toachieve their potential both onand offthepitch .
Most importantly, you will beenthusiastic about creating positive experiences and opportunities foryoung people while contributing tothecontinued growth and success of thePost -16Football Academy Programme .
Essential Criteria
- UEFA C Licence.
- FA Safeguarding Children Qualification.
- FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (or equivalent).
- Experience coaching and managing football teams within school, college, grassroots or club environments.
- Experience working with young people aged 16 -19 and delivering football within educational settings.
- Experience recruiting participants or growing sports programmes.
- Understanding of player development pathways.
- High level of enthusiasm and professional conduct.
- Strong leadership, organisational, communication and relationship -building skills.
- Ability to motivate, inspire and engage young people.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong administrative, planning and reporting skills.
- Flexible approach to work and willingness to support evening fixtures and events where required.
- Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
Desirable Criteria
- UEFA B Licence.
- Teaching Qualification and/or QTS.
- Level 3 Award in Education & Training (or equivalent).
- Experience building partnerships with schools, colleges, grassroots clubs and community organisations.
What We’re Looking For
You will be:
- Passionate about developing young people through football and education.
- An effective communicator with strong relationship -building skills.
- Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
- A confident leader who can motivate and inspire others.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to high standards of safeguarding, inclusion and professionalism.
- Flexible, reliable and willing to support fixtures, events and recruitment activities.
- Dedicated to delivering outstanding experiences and outcomes for students.
Why join us:
This is an excellent opportunity to join MK Dons Community Trust and play a key role in developing young people through football and education.
- Lead and develop the Post -16 Football Education and Academy Programme.
- Make a positive impact on the lives and development of young people.
- Build strong partnerships with schools, clubs and community organisations.
- Deliver high -quality coaching, enrichment activities and player development opportunities.
- Be part of a supportive and passionate team committed to education and community impact.
- Access opportunities for personal and professional development.
If you are passionate about football, education and helping young people achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Our Commitment
Equality, Diversity &Inclusion
We are committed tocreating aninclusive workplace that values diversity and welcomes applications from allbackgrounds and welcome applications from allsections ofthe community .
Safeguarding
We are dedicated toproviding asafe and secure environment forall.Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and allteam members are expected touphold our policies and procedures .
Application Process
Toapply, please submit :
- A completed application form
- Your CV
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role
Applications should be sent to: careers@stadiummk.com
As part of our safer recruitment process, reference requests may be completed prior to interview. Successful applicants will also be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check at the appropriate level for the role.
