Casual Football & Sports Development Coach

Location: Southampton

Hours: As and when required

Contract Type: Casual

Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Child’s Barred List

Have you got previous coaching experience? Want to coach for Southampton Football Club?

We are actively looking for football coaches to be involved in our popular summer football programmes, including our Soccer Schools, Residentials & Player Development Camps happening this summer. If you are looking for seasonal summer work around your current job commitments or education, then this opportunity is perfect for you. Certain summer programmes also provide accommodation for coaching staff for the duration of the camps.

What will you be doing?

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of Southampton Football Club’s department. To deliver high quality football coaching, inspiring a passion for sport from a young age, using the famous principles of The Southampton Way.

Our objectives for our players are Enjoyment, Engagement and Development within our sessions. You will look to provide active and inclusive sessions that inspire those of every ability while creating a safe and fun environment to connect and enjoy football. Through all of these areas, you will offer high-quality coaching for players right across the player progression pathway, that support them to achieve their potential.

Is this you?

You create and coach a learning environment for players in accordance with Southampton FC’s Core Expectations and curriculums. You’re organised so you can keep track of each session and report back to the project lead when needed.

You have previous experience working with a variety of age groups, particularly young players, and have excellent communication skills; liaising with parents, coaches, teachers and players in a professional and polite manner. You have a positive attitude and a confident personality who thrives when overcoming challenges.

Essential Experience:

1. Experience of working with a variety of age groups.
2. Experience in delivering high quality coaching sessions.

Essential Qualifications:

1. Minimum FA Level 2 or above
2. In date and valid FA First Aid and FA Safeguarding certifications

Essential Skills:

1. Have a positive attitude and receptive to learning
2. Good Communication and organizational skills
3. Flexible approach
4. High level of confidence to deliver to a variety of participants
5. Professional and honest approach
6. Flexibility and reliability
7. Able to adapt to ever-changing situations
8. Confidence and outgoing personality

How this benefits you…

If you are successful you can look forward to a healthy benefits package;

1. A competitive hourly rate.
2. Opportunity to work for a successful Club.
3. Opportunity to deliver in The Channel Islands.
4. Receive Southampton Football Club kit & equipment.
5. Working in an environment with strong core values.
6. Learning and development opportunities.
7. Working with like-minded individuals.

How can I apply?

Very easy. Just click on the apply button, enter your details and answer a quick pre-screening questionnaire, then attach your CV.