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Position: Sports Hub Site Assistant Location: King George V Sports Hub, Blacon Avenue, Blacon, Chester CH1 5BD Hours: 15 hours per week (2 x part-time roles available, evening and weekend work will be required) Contract type: Permanent Salary: National Living Wage Responsible to: Site Manager Chester FC Community Trust is looking to appoint friendly, reliable, and proactive Site Assistants to help with the day-to-day running of the King George V Community Sports Hub. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the site is clean, safe, and welcoming, supporting the Site Manager in managing bookings, setting up equipment, assisting customers, and maintaining high standards of presentation and safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in their work, and wants to make a positive impact in their community. There are two permanent part-time positions available. Each is for 15 hours per week and a flexible approach is essential as the hours of work may vary to meet operational needs; the standard hours of work are between 5pm-10pm (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) and 9am-4pm (Saturday and Sunday). Key Responsibilities • Open and close the site in line with operational procedures • Ensure all areas (3G pitch, clubhouse, changing rooms) are clean, safe, and ready for use • Set up and take down sports equipment safely and efficiently • Deliver excellent customer service to all users and visitors • Record and report any maintenance issues, incidents, or hazards • Work closely with the Site Manager and team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations • Support community sessions, events, and programmes as required The role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references. Weekend and evening work will be required, and there may be opportunities for additional hours may be available during busy periods. HOW TO APPLY Click here to download the role profile for the Sports Hub Site Assistant. To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to CEO Jim Green via jim.green@chesterfc.com. The closing date for applications is Friday 17th October 2025.
Chester FC Community Trust have teamed up with Cheshire West and Chester Council to encourage children to cut back on sugary drinks in favour of healthier options. Pupils at Brookside Primary School and The Acorns Primary School in Ellesmere Port, and St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School in Blacon, have all completed the Give Up Loving Pop (GULP) programme, with more schools signed up to take part in the coming months. GULP has been created to help children understand the health harms of overconsumption of sugary drinks, not only for the impact it can have on their teeth, but also the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and obesity. The programme provides children with the information and tools to make healthier choices, challenging them to swap their favourite sugary drinks for water, milk and other less sugary drinks. GULP is available to schools to access free of charge during the 2025/26 academic year. The programme is delivered over four weeks, with each session combining a workshop on oral health with fun sport and physical activity sessions. If you’d like to find out more or organise GULP for your school, contact jay.gilmartin@chesterfc.com or anna.price@chesterfc.com.
Participants from the Community Trust’s men’s walking football group played their first friendly game together this week. Our weekly sessions have been growing steadily over the past 12 months and some of our over 60s players took up the invitation of a fixture against Mold WFC at King George V Community Sports Hub. It was great to see them taking to the pitch together, rolling back the years and enjoying the match. Well done! Walking football is a fun, social version of the game, played at a slower pace with no running and minimal contact, making it ideal for older players, as well as those who want to return to the game or looking to play for the first time. Our women’s sessions currently take place on Thursdays at King George V Community Sports Hub and new players aged 50 or aboave are always welcome. For more information, click here or email community@chesterfc.com or register your interest at the link below!
Chester FC Community Trust is hosting a Goalkeeping Camp and Girl Soccer Schools this October half-term with booking now open! Our camps provide youngsters with the chance to take part in a range of fun activities with Community Trust coaches, helping them keep active, meet friends and develop their skills. Chester FC Goalkeeping Camp Monday 27th October 10am to 2pm at King George V Community Sports Hub (CH1 5BD) Chester FC Girls Soccer School Monday 27th October 10am to 2pm at King George V Community Sports Hub (CH1 5BD) Our camps cost £18 per day and places for each session are limited with early booking encouraged. If for any reason an event is unable to go ahead or you cannot attend, you will receive a full refund. Children are requested to arrive ready to play in kit and bring appropriate footwear, waterproof jacket, a drink and a packed lunch in a labelled bag or lunchbox. BOOK DURING SEPTEMBER FOR THE EARLY BIRD PRICE OF £15 PER DAY Bookings can be made using the link below. CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW If you have any questions or would like more information, please email community@chesterfc.com.
Young fans are invited to join us for the Seals Spooktacular – a Chester FC-themed Halloween party this October half-term! Taking place on Tuesday 28th October from 2pm-4pm at King George V Community Sports Hub, this will be an afternoon packed with thrills, laughter and surprises. Open to junior supporters aged under 16, there’ll be appearances from Chester FC players, football activities with Community Trust coaches, party games and dancing with our friends at DJ Jay Parties spinning a spine-tingling soundtrack. Our party hosts Frankenstein and Wednesday will be providing games and challenges throughout the afternoon, and we’re thrilled to welcome special guest Rumi of KPop Demon Hunters, who will be meeting fans for selfies, photos and singalongs. Youngsters are encouraged to come in Halloween fancy dress with prizes for the best costumes, and there’ll be plenty of treats too, with candyfloss, popcorn and a hotdog included in the £10 ticket price. Tickets are available now at chesterfc.com/tickets. Please note that spaces are limited and this event is open to supporters aged under 16. Parents/carers are asked to drop off and collect children as Community Trust staff will supervising the event, however exceptions can be made for younger children. CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE! Don’t miss out on what will be a frightfully fantastic day – we look forward to seeing you there!
The Chester FC Football Education Programme has announced a series of recruitment events for prospective students interested in learning more about our post-16 study options. Aimed at young people aged 16-19, the two-year course enables students to combine academic study with their choice of sporting pathway, either in elite football or sports coaching and development. The programme is delivered in partnership with Access Sport, with all students undertaking a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Development & Coaching qualification, equivalent to three A-Levels, preparing them for their future careers, both on and off the pitch. DOWNLOAD OUR 2026 ENTRY PROSPECTUS We will be hosting recruitment events across the year at King George V Community Sports Hub in Blacon, giving incoming and prospective students, and parents and carers, the opportunity to discover what the Chester FC Football Education Programme offers, meet the tutors, coaches and current students, and take part in practical sessions and assessment trials. Recruitment Events Monday 27th October | 17:30-19:00 | Open Evening & Assessment Trial Monday 22nd December | 12:00-13:30 | Experience Session Monday 16th February | 12:00-13:30 | Experience Session Friday 20th February | 17:30-19:00 | Open Evening & Assessment Trial Monday 13th April | 17:30-19:00 | Open Evening & Assessment Trial Wednesday 15th April | 12:00-13:30 | Experience Session Friday 29th May | 17:30-19:00 | Open Evening & Assessment Trial Tuesday 28th July | 12:00-13:30 | Open Pre-Season Training Tuesday 4th August | 12:00-13:30 | Open Pre-Season Training Tuesday 11th August | 12:00-13:30 | Open Pre-Season Training Tuesday 18th August | 12:00-13:30 | Open Pre-Season Training REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN THE CHESTER FC FOOTBALL EDUCATION PROGRAMME For players who feel they have what it takes to join our successful full-time scholarship programme, with a proven pathway to the Chester FC first team, the assessment trials will provide a chance to showcase their talent under the guidance of our coaching team, who will be looking for high level players with the potential to succeed as part of our Under 19s scholars, who play in the National League U19 Alliance, North West Youth Alliance and FA Youth Cup. Successful players will be invited for further assessment alongside trialists from Premier League and EFL academies later in the season. Chester FC Football Education Pathways Elite Football Development: Our elite students undertake a full-time training and games programme, representing Chester FC in the National League Alliance, North West Youth Alliance and FA Youth Cup. With the goal of preparing them for first-team football, students are supported to develop technically/tactically, physically, socially and psychologically, through the use of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and the latest performance technology, including Veo cameras, PlayerTek GPS vests and Sport Session Planner. Sports Development & Coaching: For those aspiring to be coaches, analysts and sports scientists , our coaching and development pathway provides each student with an individual learning plan geared towards their chosen career in sport, which blends theory, practical sessions, industry qualifications, hands on access to the latest technology, and work experience with the Chester FC Community Trust team. With modern facilities, a fantastic team of tutors and coaches, and the opportunity to study within a real football business, students will be supported through professional development, work experience, coaching placements, and FA qualifications, to help equip them with the skills, knowledge and experience to progress into professional football, university, USA scholarships, apprenticeships or employment. To find out more about the Chester FC Football Education Programme, click here or email community@chesterfc.com.
The Chester FC Soccer School is back for October half-term with places now available to book! Our popular camps are led by qualified, experienced coaches and support youngsters to keep active, develop their skills and make new friends during the school holidays. The Chester FC Soccer School will be running for five days across October half-term at Goals Soccer Centre, offering skills coaching, small-sided games, tournaments and challenges for children aged 5-15. Our camps start at 10am and finish 3pm with places costing £18 per day – and you can take advantage of our Early Bird savings available when you book before the end of September. Spaces for each day are limited and early booking is encouraged. If for any reason an event is unable to go ahead or you cannot attend, you will receive a full refund. Children are requested to arrive ready to play in kit and bring appropriate footwear, waterproof jacket, a drink and a packed lunch in a labelled bag or lunchbox. BOOK BEFORE THE END OF SEPTEMBER FOR THE EARLY BIRD PRICE OF £15 PER DAY Bookings can be made online using the link below. CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW If you have any questions or would like more information, please email community@chesterfc.com. CHESTER FC SOCCER SCHOOL OCTOBER 2025 Monday 27th to Friday 31st October 2025 10am to 3pm at Goals Soccer Centre with drop off and pick up at Deva Stadium
Chester FC Community Trust have a vacancy for a Lead Coach for the U10s age group within the Chester FC Girls’ Emerging Talent Centre. The Lead Coach will plan and deliver high quality coaching sessions, working with the Player Development Lead to implement the technical programme for the Girls ETC, and alongside the ETC Manager and coaches to support the holistic development of high performing female players. This is a part-time role for 1.5 hours per week with applicants required to attend the 30-week training programme, running from September until June on Monday evenings from 5.30pm to 7pm. There will also be a games programme during school holidays. Candidates require a minimum FA Level 2 (UEFA C) in Coaching Football, FA first aid and safeguarding certificates, together with experience of coaching female players and a good understanding of the England Women’s Player Pathway. A competitive hourly rate dependent on qualifications and experience is offered, along with additional renumeration of £20 per home fixture and £40 per away fixture. We also offer Chester FC uniform, support with CPD and training, and a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role within a successful club community organisation. Appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and a full UK driving licence would be an advantage. Girls ETC Lead Coach Responsibilities • Create and deliver high quality coaching sessions to girls in the designated age group, to attain the highest levels of performance possible in a safe, secure and supportive environment. • Implement the training and games programmes in line with the Chester FC Girls ETC curriculum. • Monitor player development and provide feedback on player progress through relevant and achievable individual development plans following the completion of player review process. • Carry out administrative duties as required, including but not limited to, attendance registers, risk assessments, evaluation of coaching sessions. • Be responsible for the welfare of players within the designated age group. • Contribute to a positive learning environment where any player is welcome, and development is encouraged via a systemic approach to identify emerging talent. • Work alongside the ETC Manager and Player Development Lead to ensure players are receiving the best experience possible to support each individual develop appropriately across the FA’s four corners. • Ensure effective communication between all departments and stakeholders, including parents, is continuous throughout the season. • Adhere to FA safeguarding and equality policies and procedures, and FA and ETC codes of conduct at all times HOW TO APPLY Please submit a covering letter together with your CV marked for the attention of CEO Jim Green via jim.green@chesterfc.com. The closing date for applications is Friday 26th September 2025.
The House of Dance team are teaming up with Chester FC Community Trust again to offer an after-school Dance Club at King George V Community Sports Hub! Open to children aged 7-11, our fun-filled Dance Club is the perfect way for youngsters to express themselves through dance with a House of Dance professional. Our Dance Club gets underway on Monday 22nd September and will run for five weeks, with spaces costing £25 for the full course. The session will run from 4pm to 5pm, allowing parents to come straight to the venue from school pick up. Each session will be packed with energy, encouragement, and fun, with children learning new choreography and routines, as well as having the opportunity to freestyle and showcase their creativity. Based in Chester, House of Dance offer dance, performing arts, theatre, and singing classes for children, young people and adults of all levels, ages and abilities. Find out more about them at www.houseofdance.co.uk. CLICK HERE TO BOOK PLACES Advance booking is essential and places can be booked online via the link above. If you’d like more information, email anna.price@chesterfc.com. or info@houseofdance.co.uk.
Blacon Youth Hub reopens after the summer break on Friday 5th September with some important changes for members to be aware of. The aim of Blacon Youth Hub is to offer a safe, inclusive space for young people to meet up with friends and have the chance to take part in activities, including sport, music, arts, movies, gaming and more. We have been delighted to see so many young people from Blacon attending the Youth Hub and are looking forward to offering even more exciting activities and workshops in the future. From September 2025, we are introducing a small annual membership fee and weekly entry fee to help us continue providing a fun, safe, and engaging space for our young people as funding becomes more limited. REGISTER NOW TO BECOME A MEMBER Annual Membership Fee: £5 paid upon registration Membership Card: Each member will receive a card to bring with them each week. Weekly Entry Fee: £1 per session Lost Card Replacement: £2.50 per card Your contributions will go directly toward keeping our Youth Hub running, supporting activities, crafts, food, and snacks for all attendees. We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us remain sustainable. Blacon Youth Hub will continue to run on Friday evenings at King George V Community Sports Hub and offer two sessions each week with junior sessions for ages 7-11 at 5.30pm-7pm and senior sessions for ages 12-17 from 7.30pm-9pm. REGISTER NOW TO BECOME A MEMBER Blacon Youth Hub is part of the ongoing work involving a number of partners and stakeholders to increase opportunities for young people. Chester FC Community Trust has secured funding for an initial period of two years, with the aim of establishing a permanent provision in the future. If you have any questions or would like more information, please email community@chesterfc.com.