Charlie Livesey
Chorley,Lancashire
Summary
A highly motivated, well organized sports coach who has experience in leading, directing and developing others. Possessing high levels of self-confidence coupled with strong communication, teamworking and analytical thinking skills.
Educational and practical experience to date have helped me cultivate essential skills in coaching, planning ,communication, safeguarding and promoting diversity and inclusion. In my current role as a coach, continuously challenging myself to enhance my abilities to inspire and motivate young athletes.
Seeking a role that will allow me to further develop and apply both the technical expertise and interpersonal leadership skills I am gaining in my university Sports Science degree , with a particular focus in areas such as anatomy, biomechanics, psychology and data collection and analysis.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Lead football coach
JM Coaching Academy
Croston, Lancashire
02.2025 - Current
- Delivered structured coaching sessions for mixed ability players aged Under 5 to Under 10.
- Demonstrated understanding of long-term athlete development through safe progression and applied practice.
- Communicated complex skills using simple language and clear demonstrations to enhance focus.
- Independently led groups while managing behaviour and ensuring a positive learning environment.
- Monitored attendance, engagement, skill progression, and session outcomes consistently.
- Adhered to safeguarding guidelines and child protection policies to ensure ethical responsibility.
Youth football coach (Part time)
DiddiKicks
Chorley, Lancashire
04.2022 - Current
- Lead football coach with 2 years experience in developing child gross motor skills.
- Construct and execute weekly 4 hour practice sessions for ages ranges 18 months to 5 years old.
- Established inclusive, fun environment to facilitate active participation, high engagement and motivation.
- Providing regular assistance and mentoring in the recruitment of new coaching talent.
- Ongoing monitoring of safe and effective participation.
- Collaboration with other coaches to develop a training curriculum for different age groups and abilities.
Instructor (work experience)
Gym works
Chorley, Lancashire
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported ongoing upkeep and maintenance of gym equipment.
- Delivered marketing promotion campaigns, to attract new members.
- Assisted personal trainers in the implementation and adaptation of client training plans.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors on ways to improve instruction and better serve member needs.
- Delivered maximum impact and learning through top-quality instruction in one to one teaching.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Sport and Exercise Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 09.2023 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport and Exercise Science
Runshaw College
Leyland, Lancashire 09.2021 - 05.2023
GCSEs - AQA
Parklands High School
Chorley, Lancashire 09.2016 - 05.2021
Skills
- Adaptable leadership
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Team collaboration with coaches
- Organizational session planning
- Creation of inclusive environments
- Problem-solving and flexibility
- Performance improvement analysis
- Knowledge of sporting ethics
Affiliations
- Weight training
- Snowboarding
- Cycling
- Running
- Travelling
Accomplishments
2017-2018 - Parklands High School - Progress award Spanish.
2020 -2021 - Parklands High School - Attainment award Art.
2022- Runshaw College - Sport and Exercise Science Student of the Year award.
2021 November - Runshaw College - Sport & Exercise Science student of the month award.
2022 February - Runshaw College , Sport & Exercise Science student of the month award.
Certification
Level 1 Introduction to Coaching Football Certificate
Introduction to First Aid in Football Certificate
Medical Emergency Action Plan certificate
Safeguarding Children in Football Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead football coach
JM Coaching Academy
02.2025 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Sport and Exercise Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2023 -
Instructor (work experience)
Gym works
06.2022 - 06.2022
Youth football coach (Part time)
DiddiKicks
04.2022 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport and Exercise Science
Runshaw College
09.2021 - 05.2023
GCSEs - AQA
Parklands High School
09.2016 - 05.2021