Volunteer coach

Islington Borough Ladies FC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local football club is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support grassroots football coaching. This flexible role involves assisting in sessions, encouraging players, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates should have an interest in football and youth development, alongside a positive attitude. Development support, access to coaching courses, and club resources are offered as part of the role. Minimum commitment of one term (3-4 months) required.

Benefits

Playing fees waived

Mentoring from Football Development staff

Access to coaching funding

Qualifications

• Interest in football and coaching required.
• Positive attitude crucial for working with youth.
• Willingness to learn and reflect on development.

Responsibilities

• Support lead coach in conducting drills.
• Help set up and pack down equipment.
• Encourage players and create a welcoming environment.

Skills

Interest in football and/or youth/community development

Enthusiastic and positive attitude

Willingness to learn and contribute

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Organisation and Details

Organisation: Islington Borough Ladies FC

Salary: Voluntary

Location: Islington, London

Contract type: Volunteer

Closing date: 13 December 2025

Job Description Location: Community football sessions across Islington

Type: Voluntary (with development support)

Reporting to: Team Head Coach / Session Lead Coach

Role Purpose

To support the delivery of grassroots football in a flexible coaching role. This position is ideal for volunteers exploring coaching, building experience, or working toward FA qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

Session Support

• Help set up and pack down equipment
• Support lead coach in delivering warm-ups and basic drills
• Assist with small-group activities or individual support
• Encourage players positively and help create a fun, welcoming environment
• Act as a role model for behaviour, effort, and respect

Learning & Development

• Observe experienced coaches and ask questions
• Take part in coach debriefs or planning chats when possible
• Complete the FA Playmaker course (or equivalent intro course)
• Reflect on sessions and personal development goals

Safeguarding & Inclusion

• Ensure sessions are safe and inclusive for all players
• Be aware of basic safeguarding responsibilities and follow club policies
• Maintain DBS clearance (arranged by club if needed)

Essential Requirements

• Interest in football and / or youth / community development
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and contribute consistently
• Enhanced DBS check

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working with young people, players, or in a team setting. Commitment to inclusive football and player enjoyment
• Keen to progress toward formal coaching qualifications (FA Playmaker, Level 1)

Time Commitment

1 session per week (training or matchday, flexible)

Optional: Attend club CPD, or events

Minimum suggested commitment : 1 term / 3-4 months

Support Offered

• Playing fees for club waived
• First access to ticket giveaways
• Mentoring from Football Development staff
• Access to FA Playmaker / Introduction to Coaching funding
• Volunteer hours signed off (e.g. for DofE, university, work experience)
• Club kit and coaching equipment