Head Football Coach

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing football coaching company seeks a fun, energetic, and organised Area Manager to oversee school-based football programmes. The role involves leading engaging sessions for children aged 5-11, with opportunities for career progression and additional certifications provided. A company vehicle and fuel card come with the position, making it ideal for passionate football coaches looking to make an impact.

Benefits

Company Car

Fuel Card

Bonus Scheme

Career Progression

Access to Coaching & PE Qualifications

Qualifications

• FA Level 2 Coaching Badge required.
• 2+ years’ experience coaching children aged 5–11.
• 21+ years old with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engaging football sessions for children.
• Manage and inspire a team of coaches.
• Expand into new areas like nurseries and evening programmes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Child-focused coaching

Full UK driving licence

Fun personality

Education

FA Level 2 Coaching Badge

Job description

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? We’re Hiring: Area Manager – Football Coaching (Full-Time)

? Location: Witney Based (OX28) Primary schools across the region (travel required)

? Company Car + Fuel Card + Bonus Scheme + Career Progression

Are you a passionate football coach who loves working with kids and making a real impact through sport? We're a rapidly growing football coaching company, and we're looking for a fun, energetic, and organised Area Manager to help lead and deliver our exciting school-based football programmes—complete with our inflatable football pitch!

You’ll be working alongside another coach to run engaging sessions for children aged 5–11, with opportunities to grow into new areas like nurseries and evening programmes as the company expands.

? What You’ll Get:

• A company vehicle and fuel card
• Access to additional coaching & PE qualifications
• Clear career growth and increasing pay as we expand

What You’ll Need:

• FA Level 2 Coaching Badge
• 2+ years’ experience coaching children aged 5–11
• 21+ years old with a full UK driving licence (1+ year)
• Fun, outgoing personality with strong organisation skills
• A love for creating high-energy, child-focused sessions

? Nice to Have (but not essential):

• DBS check, Safeguarding & First Aid certifications
• (Don’t have them yet? We can help you get them.)

? Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, up to 35 hours/week (8:30–3:30 or 10:30–5:30) + driving time

Optional weekend hours available

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and grow with a company that’s serious about fun, we want to hear from you!

? Apply now or message us directly to learn more.