Head Football Coach

European Football Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent youth football academy in London is seeking passionate Football Coaches to deliver engaging sessions for players aged 5-18. Coaches will facilitate development using an attacking philosophy while ensuring positive communication with players and parents. The position offers competitive pay ranging from £12.50 to £27.50 per hour, with opportunities to enhance skills through ongoing training and international coaching trips.

Benefits

Competitive pay

International coaching trips (expenses paid)

Ongoing CPD & FA courses

Qualifications

• Consistent availability for midweek and weekend sessions.
• Willingness to learn with training provided.
• Experience in coaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coaching sessions for players aged U5–U18.
• Support player development in a possession-based philosophy.
• Communicate positively with players and parents.
• Assist during midweek sessions, weekends, and matches.

Skills

Passion for football

Positive attitude

Ability to communicate with players and parents

Team-oriented

Education

FA Level 1 qualification

Additional sports coaching qualifications

Job description

Why You’ll Love This Role

Organisation European Football Academy Salary £12.50–£27.50 / hour Location London Contract type (Part time) Closing date 31 January 2026

• Work with one of London’s biggest & most successful youth academies
• Coach players aged 5–18 in a fun, professional environment
• Competitive pay with clear rates & progression
• International coaching trips (all expenses paid)
• Ongoing CPD & FA courses to grow your career
• Earn up to £1,000 / month part-time doing what you love!

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About the Role

We’re looking for passionate, reliable and ambitious Football Coaches to join our team. You’ll deliver high-quality sessions at our training centres across North & South London and help players thrive in both training and matches.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coaching sessions for players aged U5–U18
• Supporting player development within our attacking, possession-based philosophy
• Communicating positively with players & parents
• Coaching at midweek sessions, weekends, and matches

We’re Looking For

• Consistent availability (midweek + weekends)
• Passion & willingness to learn (training provided)
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Minimum FA Level 1 qualification (or working towards – volunteers considered)
• Additional sports coaching qualifications welcome

Pay & Perks

• £12.50–£27.50 / hour (depending on qualifications & experience)
• 1-to-1 coaching : From £30 / hour (training provided)
• Football parties : From £30 / hour
• Football camps (half-term) : From £85 / day
• International coaching trips : Portugal (all expenses paid + £300 / 5 days)
• Gothia Cup (Sweden) : All expenses paid + £350 / week
• Continuous CPD & FA course access

Where You’ll Coach

Archbishop's Park (Waterloo) | Castlehaven CA (Camden) | Kennington Park (Kennington) | Paddington Rec Ground (Maida Vale) | Vauxhall Powerleague (Vauxhall) | Whitefield School (Brent Cross)

About Us

We don’t just train players — we develop football people. Our academy gives coaches the platform to progress, the freedom to express themselves, and the support to build a serious pathway in the game.