Football Coach

We are agile, professional, and our aim is to develop young technically-sound players who are brave on the ball and trust in their ability to play the beautiful game positively, never scared to be creative with the ball and hunt for it. We are looking for confident coaches who can deliver detailed technical sessions to help our young players develop their skills to their full potential, and coaches with tactical understanding of space to help transition skills into matches against other clubs.

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Football Coach to join our team. As a Football Coach, you will be responsible for educating and training young athletes in the sport of football. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young athletes and help them develop their skills both on and off the field.

Duties:

1. Develop and implement effective training programs for football players.
2. Teach proper techniques, strategies, and rules of the game.
3. Plan and lead practice sessions to improve players' skills and teamwork.
4. Provide guidance and support to athletes during games and competitions.
5. Evaluate players' performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
6. Collaborate with other coaches and staff members to ensure a cohesive team environment.
7. Monitor the safety and well-being of athletes during training sessions and games.
8. Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes sportsmanship and respect.

Qualifications:

1. Previous experience as a Football Coach or in a similar coaching role.
2. Strong knowledge of football rules, techniques, and strategies.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to motivate and inspire athletes to reach their full potential.
5. Patience, dedication, and a passion for teaching.
6. Sports coaching certifications or relevant qualifications are preferred but not required.

If you are passionate about football and have a desire to help young athletes succeed, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Football Coach and make a difference in the lives of our players.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship, Volunteer.

Schedule: Every weekend, Monday to Friday.

Experience: Sports coaching: 1 year (preferred), Football coaching: 1 year (preferred).

Licence/Certification: Certificate in Coaching Football (preferred), Driving Licence (required).

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required).

Location: Wandsworth (required).

Willingness to travel: 75% (preferred).

Salary: £10 – £25 hourly.

Starting time: Immediate start!

About Football Head Coach:

Wandsworth Lions Football Club (WLFC) is a FA Chartered Standard football club based in Wandsworth. Our aim is to provide a football club where players within the Wandsworth borough and surrounding areas can receive quality coaching and learn.