Soccer HQ
Soccer HQ @ TRUST Education Group
Football, Education, and Future Career Pathways
TRUST Education Group, in collaboration with Soccer HQ, delivers a bespoke educational and football pathway for learners with SEMH and SEND.
Our pathway combines personalised education, high-quality football coaching, recognised qualifications, and supported work experience, helping learners re-engage and succeed.
TRUST Education Group – Learner Support
TRUST Education Group specialises in supporting young people who may have struggled in mainstream education. Every learner benefits from:
- Individualised learning programmes.
- Strong pastoral care and consistent mentoring
- A relational, trauma-informed approach.
- Support to improve behaviour, attendance, confidence, and emotional regulation.
- A safe, structured environment where learners feel understood and valued.
Soccer HQ – Football Coaching
Learners access fun, engaging, and personalised football sessions delivered by Soccer HQ:
Founded by Joe Milligan & Kevin Maclaren. Both coaches have worked within professional football and are now scouts for Blackburn Rovers adademcy. Sessions promote confidence, teamwork, resilience, and self-belief. High-energy, structured sessions that meet learners’ physical needs.
Soccer HQ’s Coaching Values:
Energy – High-engagement, positive environments.
Passion – Motivating and supporting every learner.
Detail – Clear purpose, structure, and progression.
Qualifications & Learning
Learners have the opportunity to achieve industry-recognised 1st4Sport qualifications, delivered through:
- Fun, practical, and engaging sessions.
- Personalised and flexible learning approaches.
- Small group delivery and clear routines.
- Ongoing support tailored to SEMH and SEND needs.
Outcomes for Learners
The programme supports learners to achieve:
- Improved behaviour and attendance.
- Increased confidence and self-esteem.
- Better emotional regulation and engagement.
- Physical wellbeing through structured activity.
- Positive routines and readiness to learn.
Work Experience & Careers
- Supported work experience opportunities.
- Development of employability and life skills.
- Personalised careers guidance from a dedicated careers lead.
- Clear progression routes into further education, employment, or sport.
