harley carter
westmidlands,walsall
Summary
Dedicated Trainee Football Coach focused on enhancing player skills and team performance. Organises training sessions that improve fitness, tactical understanding, and confidence. Utilises adaptive coaching methods to create a collaborative environment for diverse players. Committed to supporting team projects and effectively managing time-sensitive tasks while fostering growth and innovation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
trainee football coach
paul glover
walsall, westmidlands
02.2026 - Current
- Organised and oversaw training sessions, focusing on skill enhancement, physical fitness, and tactical knowledge.
- Build athlete confidence through motivation and encouragement strategies.
- Built strong relationships with players, understanding their aspirations and concerns, and motivating them towards their goals.
- Developed and implemented training drills to enhance team cohesiveness and overall performance.
- Instilled love of sport by helping each player to fully grasp all areas of gameplay.
- Maintained safety of training, individual exercises and equipment usage to avoid sports injuries and damage to facility.
- Cultivated a positive and cohesive team environment, emphasising sportsmanship, respect, and collaboration.
- Adapted coaching methods to suit diverse player needs, accommodating different learning styles and abilities.
- Guided players in overcoming skill barriers through targeted assessments and personalised goal setting.
- Developed specific training and exercise programmes to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Evaluated progress and implemented training to enhance performance.
- Led pre-match warm-up and stretching routines and post-game cool downs for muscle conditioning.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge and understanding of sports psychology, nutrition and sports science.
- Addressed disciplinary issues within the team, maintaining high standards of conduct and professionalism.
volunteer pe assistant
joseph lecki school
walsall, westmidlands
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised children during activities and play, ensuring safety and addressing behavioural problems proactively.
- Managed classroom behaviour by implementing effective strategies, maintaining a respectful and orderly environment.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive school culture, fostering respect, empathy, and a love for learning among students.
- Provided 1:1 and group support for class activities and outdoor recreation.
- Assisted in delivering physical education lessons, promoting student engagement and participation.
- Enabled students to exceed expectations by providing tailored support and assistance throughout lessons.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development workshops, contributing to the enhancement of teaching practices.
- Supported students with behavioural needs to stay on task through dedicated 1:1 guidance.
- Provided one-to-one support for students with special educational needs, tailoring approaches to individual learning styles.
volunteer
funkykids
walsall, westmidlands
02.2021 - Current
- Provided youth work support, encouraging youth to take part in new positive opportunities and experiences.
- Cultivated strong relationships with children and teenagers by providing support through personal difficulties.
- Assisted in the planning and management of enjoyable projects, games and activities for teenagers.
- Coordinated outdoor activities and educational workshops that fostered teamwork and leadership skills among participants.
- Organised fundraising events that secured resources for youth projects and strengthened community engagement.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere, encouraging diversity and fostering mutual respect among youths from varied backgrounds.
- Supported other team members and volunteers to carry out duties to required standards and timeframes.
- Established friendly rapport between groups of individuals.
- Responded to guest questions about current facility events and future offerings.
- provided activities for deaf and hearing impaired children.
- Assisted with various operational duties to support daily functions of the organisation.
- Respected confidentiality of client files, information and conversations, following data security best practices.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 sport circuit
Walsall College
Walsall01-2025
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 gym
Walsall College
Walsall01-2025
GCSEs - betc sports GCSE
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - construction
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - science
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - maths
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - history
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - English language
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - English literature
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - hospitality
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - construction technology
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
GCSEs - hospitality
bloxwich academy
walsall01-2023
Skills
- Adaptive coaching
- Youth engagement
- Activity planning
- Community outreach
- Goal setting
- Team management
- Performance evaluation
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Timeline
trainee football coach
paul glover
02.2026 - Current
volunteer pe assistant
joseph lecki school
01.2025 - Current
volunteer
funkykids
02.2021 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 sport circuit
Walsall College
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 gym
Walsall College
GCSEs - betc sports GCSE
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - construction
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - science
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - maths
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - history
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - English language
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - English literature
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - hospitality
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - construction technology
bloxwich academy
GCSEs - hospitality
bloxwich academy