Football Coach

International Schools Today; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Dulwich College in London invites an enthusiastic Football Coach for a fixed-term post running 6 January 2027 to 20 March 2027. The role is 18.75 hours per week during term time, with Saturday fixtures, paying £30 per hour.

The successful candidate will work with the Head of Football to develop pupils’ skills across Years 3–13 and to sustain a high-quality, inclusive coaching culture. Dulwich College's thriving football programme features numerous teams and a busy calendar of fixtures; this is

Qualifications

• Experience coaching football to pupils across Years 3–13.
• DBS Enhanced disclosure required.
• Ability to deliver engaging, inclusive coaching during the Lent Term.
• Willingness to commit to Saturday fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality football coaching to pupils across Years 3–13.
• Work with Head of Football and wider team to develop skills and performance.
• Coordinate and supervise Saturday fixtures.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils.

Skills

Football coaching

DBS check

Job description

Football Coach

Fixed Term: 6 January 2027 – 20 March 2027

18.75 hours per week (term time) plus Saturday fixtures

£30 per hour

Dulwich College has a thriving and ambitious football programme, with the sport attracting the highest level of pupil participation across the school. With 63 teams representing the College and pupils from Years 3–13 involved in weekly games lessons, co‑curricular training and a busy calendar of fixtures, football sits at the heart of College life.

Our teams compete weekly against schools across southern England, and in recent seasons our elite squads have achieved significant success, including national ISFA Cup titles at U13 and U15 level and multiple Southern Independent Schools League Championships. This makes it an exciting time to join the College.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable Football Coach to support the continued development of football at Dulwich College during the Lent Term. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Football and wider team to deliver high-quality coaching and a positive, inclusive experience for all pupils.

Further information can be found in the candidate pack.

Closing date: 13 November 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is the responsibility of the whole College community. We all remain vigilant about safeguarding at the College and we never think that child abuse could not happen here or to our pupils. A DBS Disclosure is required to Enhanced level. The DBS Code of Practice and the Standard and Enhanced DBS Privacy Policy can be found on our website. Registered Number 8208764