Casual Youth Development Coach – Train Tomorrow's Stars

Charlton Athletic Women FC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlton Athletic Football Club is seeking a Youth Development Phase Coach (Casual) to join its Academy at Sparrows Lane Training Ground. You will deliver the Academy syllabus to the designated Youth Development Phase age group, lead coaching sessions and games, and support young players’ skill development with creativity and care.

This casual role requires UEFA B coaching qualification, experience coaching school-age players, DBS clearance, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and travel

Qualifications

• Minimum UEFA B coaching qualification.
• Experience coaching elite or high-level players of school age.
• Ability to coach the fundamentals creatively within a structured framework.
• Availability for flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and willingness to travel with the team.
• Successful completion of an Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Academy syllabus across designated Youth Development Phase age group.
• Lead coaching sessions and games, teaching fundamentals of football with creativity and clarity.
• Ensure player-to-coach ratios comply with Youth Development Rules.
• Oversee development of Academy players in line with Charlton Athletic’s Academy culture.
• Provide high standard of care for young people during coaching and matchday activities.
• Complete coaching and programme administration.
• Attend club events and travel with the team as required.

Skills

UEFA B coaching

Coaching elite players

Flexible hours

Enhanced DBS

Right to work UK

Excellent communication

Care for young people

Organisational skills

Professional approach

Willingness to travel

Education

UEFA B coaching qualification

UEFA A coaching qualification (desirable)

Job description

Charlton Athletic Football Club is seeking a Youth Development Phase Coach (Casual) to join its Academy at Sparrows Lane Training Ground. You will deliver the Academy syllabus to the designated Youth Development Phase age group, lead coaching sessions and games, and support young players’ skill development with creativity and care.

This casual role requires UEFA B coaching qualification, experience coaching school-age players, DBS clearance, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends and travel