Lead Youth Football Coach — Develop Players & Sessions

Midlands Football Development Centre; Desford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured session plans

Coaching kit provided

Supportive team environment

Ongoing development

Job summary

Midlands Football Development Centre in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Football Coach to deliver high-quality sessions for boys and girls aged U7-U16. You will lead training, support player growth and foster a positive coaching culture.

The role offers structured session plans, coaching support and a collaborative team environment, with Puma kit and equipment provided to support development.

Qualifications

• Essential: enthusiastic about football and working with young people.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Experience coaching children in group settings.
• Reliable, professional and positive attitude.
• Desirable: FA Level 1 or above coaching qualification.
• Desirable: experience in youth development or academy environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and lead dynamic football coaching sessions for players aged U7-U16.
• Create a positive, fun and challenging learning environment that focuses on technique, game understanding and player development.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, participation and enjoyment at all times.
• Provide constructive feedback to players and engage effectively with parents.
• Support the development of session plans, themes and coaching content with other coaches.
• Maintain a safe coaching environment and adhere to safeguarding policies.

Skills

Enthusiastic about football

Good communication

Organisational skills

Experience coaching children in groups

Reliable and professional

Positive attitude

Education

FA coaching qualification (Level 1+)

Job description

Midlands Football Development Centre in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Football Coach to deliver high-quality sessions for boys and girls aged U7-U16. You will lead training, support player growth and foster a positive coaching culture.

The role offers structured session plans, coaching support and a collaborative team environment, with Puma kit and equipment provided to support development.