Chester FC Community Trust are seeking to appoint a schools partnership co-ordinator.

The paid role provides an opportunity to design, develop and deliver a new education project using sport as a vehicle to improve physical and emotional well-being, build confidence and reduce risk taking and anti-social behaviour among primary school children in Chester and the surrounding area.

Described as a hands-on position, candidates will be expected to demonstrate experience of shaping programmes and delivering sessions, and be passionate about the power of sport to effect change.

Jim Green, chief executive of Chester FC Community Trust, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to have a positive impact on schoolchildren across Chester and West Cheshire.

“The successful applicant will be the lead for an exciting new project and will be central to building relationships between schools and the club.

“The ideal candidate will be innovative and inspirational, an excellent organiser and able to maximise available resources. They will also demonstrate an understanding of the operating environment of a small but ambitious supporter owned football club, and share our values.”

Relevant documents including a role profile, person specification and application form can be found at www.chesterfc.com .

Applicants must complete an application form. Unaccompanied CVs will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, September 16. Shortlisted candidates must be able to attend interview on Wednesday, September 21.

Further information is available by contacting Jim Green at jim.green@chesterfc.com .