Lucy started with the Foundation as a sessional coach in nurseries, after-school clubs and development centres, working hours that fitted around her children.

More opportunities arose for Lucy which saw her become an under-9s coach in the Girls’ Centre of Excellence and safeguarding lead for the centre.

She then progressed to a lead position within the women’s and girls development programme before being offered her current role of PE coordinator within a school.

Lucy is one of the longest-serving members within our Surrey team and she admits it’s the experiences and relationships that have enabled her to enjoy and flourish within the Chelsea Foundation.

She said: ‘I’m very lucky to have always been surrounded by an experienced and influential management team to work with and learn from.

‘Throughout my years within the Foundation, I have always felt very looked after. I have been offered great guidance and encouragement with the experiences I’ve had.

‘The Foundation management team are approachable and helpful, ensuring an enjoyable atmosphere within a professional environment.

‘My colleagues help to make the work fun and exciting, sharing ideas and bringing out the best in each other. While working within the Foundation, I have worked with some wonderful colleagues, who have been extremely supportive and built great friendships with.’

During her 10 years, there have been a host of opportunities for Lucy, and she pointed out the support and pathways to further development is another reason why she has spent a decade at the Chelsea Foundation.

She added: ‘Throughout my time at the Foundation, training and development has definitely increased lately.

‘I have been part of many useful training sessions held at the training ground, which provide a great insight into the Foundation and expectations from the coaches, as well as pathways to further development.

‘My own route has changed from sessional coach working in nurseries and evening sessions at development centres, to a girl’s and women’s project, Girls' Centre of Excellence, to a PE coordinator based in a school, so I have been lucky enough to experience a variety of roles and along with that lots of training too.’

Lucy’s journey has been filled with plenty of experiences and development which has helped her grow both as a coach and a person, and with coaching positions now available within the Chelsea Foundation, there comes an opportunity for another journey to start today.

For more information on how you can start your journey as a sessional coach, click here.