About the Organisation & Project

The Eastern Sudan Community Association (ESCA-UK) is a registered charity dedicated to supporting the integration, wellbeing, and cultural heritage of our diaspora and the wider culturally diverse community in Manchester.

Backed by prestigious funding from the Sport England Movement Fund and the National Lottery, we have launched the ESCA Manchester Youth Active Heritage & Football Project. This initiative provides structured, high-quality football sessions for children and young people aged 5–16 from culturally diverse and socially excluded communities. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteer coaches to help us deliver this fantastic program!

What will you be doing?

As a volunteer youth football coach, you will be the face of the project on the pitch, ensuring the children have a safe, fun, and engaging experience. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in delivering 2-hour weekly football sessions (warm-ups, skill drills, and mini-matches).
• Helping to set up and pack down equipment (footballs, cones, and bibs) before and after the sessions.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and culturally sensitive environment where every child feels welcome.
• Acting as a positive role model for young people.
• Following the charity’s strict safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.
• Assisting the Project Coordinator in maintaining weekly attendance records.

What are we looking for?

We are searching for individuals with the right attitude and a passion for community work in football:

• Valid Coaching Certificate (Mandatory): You must hold an active, recognised football coaching qualification/certificate.
• Safeguarding & DBS Check: Holding an existing Enhanced DBS check (Child Workforce) is highly preferred. However, it is not mandatory to apply—ESCA-UK will organise and fully fund the Enhanced DBS process for successful applicants.
• Reliability: Commitment is key. We need volunteers who can consistently attend the scheduled Sunday sessions through to April 2027.
• Enthusiasm & Patience: A genuine interest in helping children develop their physical and social skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work well with our project coordinator and other volunteer coaches.
• Cultural Sensitivity: An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, working with children from culturally diverse and minority backgrounds.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in investing in our volunteers. Through our Sport England funding, we offer a highly rewarding package for your time. You will gain valuable experience and have access to a giant network of professionals within the football community. Benefits include:

• Travel Expenses: All reasonable, out-of-pocket weekly travel expenses will be fully reimbursed.
• Career Building: An incredible opportunity to build your CV, especially if you are studying sports coaching, sports science, teaching, or youth work.
• Skill Development: Develop new skills, deliver community events, and become more employable.
• Networking: Meet new people and expand your professional and social network.
• Community Impact: Experience the profound satisfaction of directly improving the physical and mental wellbeing of children in Manchester.

How to Apply / Contact Details

If you are passionate about football and want to make a real difference in the community, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, please complete our direct volunteer registration form here: 👉 Youth Football Volunteer Registration Form – Fill in form

For any questions or further information, feel free to contact our Manchester Volunteer Coordinator (Abdalmoneim Salim): 📧 Email: esca.vol@esca-community.com 💬 WhatsApp: 07576353577