Job Description

The Sir Tom Finney Foundation at Preston North End FC is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, charismatic and dedicated National Citizen Service (NCS) Officer to organise and deliver our 2015/16 NCS project for young people aged 16-17 across Preston and Lancashire.

NCS, a government backed programme funded until at least 2018, is a voluntary programme for 16-17 year olds that will promote:

• A more cohesive society by mixing participants of different backgrounds
• A more responsible society by supporting the transition into adulthood for young people
• A more engaged society by enabling young people to work together to create social action projects in their communities

The key role of the coordinator is to lead the recruitment and retention of a pre-set number of young people, plan, organise and deliver the induction week, residential, multiple planning weeks and prepare the groundwork for a successful final week social action projects. They will lead all aspects of the project with a small team including all administration. The programme runs three times a year. The role may also include other responsibilities for suitable candidates, including coaching for the clubs community based sports sessions. This will involve the delivery of the school sport programme and after-school initiatives.

How to apply
Please send CV and cover letter to Liam Smith by email liam@pne.com or post to:
F.A.O Liam Smith, Assistant Community Manager, Preston North End FC, Deepdale, Preston, PR1 6RU.