Football Coach

Nord Anglia Education; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Nord Anglia Education is seeking a Football Coach at Oakridge International School Bachupally, Hyderabad. You will lead structured football coaching, drive player development, and contribute to school-wide sports excellence while ensuring safety and inclusivity for all students.

You will collaborate with academic leaders and coaches to deliver engaging sessions, organize tournaments, and promote holistic wellbeing through sport. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum a Bachelor's degree in PE, Sports Science, or related field.
• Recognized Football Coaching Certification preferred.
• 3+ years coaching football in schools or sports institutions.
• Strong knowledge of coaching methodologies, rules, and strategies.
• Ability to plan engaging training sessions and drive student achievement.
• Experience organizing football tournaments and events.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured football coaching programmes with progressive skill development.
• Plan training sessions and implement age-appropriate coaching methods.
• Monitor and support player development and performance outcomes.
• Prepare students for inter-school and district competitions.
• Design fitness and injury prevention components within programmes.
• Engage parents and stakeholders and support school-wide sports initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership for programme improvement.
• Integrate modern coaching techniques and use data to improve performance.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree

Coaching Certification

Football Coaching

In-school Experience

Player Development

Tournament Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education

Job description

School: Oakridge International School Bachupally

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools organization. Our family of 61 schools is united by a common philosophy - to be ambitious for our students, people and schools. We believe there is no limit to what our students can achieve and our approach supports every child to succeed academically, socially and personally. The India Region encompasses 5 schools across India.

Job Description

Providing high-quality coaching and training in Football across assigned grade levels, ensuring excellence in player development, physical fitness, skill enhancement, teamwork, sportsmanship, and outstanding student outcomes.

Driving Sports Education excellence through structured coaching programmes, skill-based training sessions, performance assessments, competitive preparation, and the integration of modern football coaching methodologies.

Supporting student-athlete achievement, physical wellbeing, leadership development, and holistic growth through individual mentoring, performance monitoring, and collaborative engagement with students, parents, and colleagues.

Providing athletic and operational support in sports programme implementation, tournament participation, training schedules, equipment management, student enrichment programmes, and continuous school improvement initiatives.

Key Result Areas

• Football Coaching & Programme Implementation
• Player Development, Training & Performance
• Student Achievement & Sports Excellence
• Fitness, Conditioning & Injury Prevention
• Student Wellbeing & Sportsmanship Development
• Parent Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Faculty Collaboration & Professional Development
• Sports Innovation & Technology Integration
• Sports Operations & Compliance

Job Responsibilities

• 1. Football Coaching & Programme Implementation
  Deliver structured football coaching programmes effectively.
  Plan training sessions and ensure progressive skill development.
  Implement age-appropriate coaching methodologies and training plans.
• 2. Player Development, Training & Performance
  Conduct engaging and student-centred coaching sessions.
  Assess, monitor, and support player development and performance.
  Provide individual and team-based coaching interventions.
• 3. Student Achievement & Sports Excellence
  Track player performance and drive athletic achievement.
  Prepare students for inter-school, district, state, and national competitions.
  Encourage teamwork, leadership, discipline, and competitive excellence.
• 4. Fitness, Conditioning & Injury Prevention
  Design and implement fitness and conditioning programmes.
  Promote safe participation and injury prevention practices.
  Monitor student fitness levels and overall physical development.
• 5. Student Wellbeing & Sportsmanship Development
  Support student wellbeing and holistic development through sports.
  Foster sportsmanship, resilience, respect, and teamwork.
  Create an inclusive and positive sporting environment.
• 6. Parent Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
  Communicate student progress and performance effectively.
  Build positive relationships with parents and stakeholders.
  Support parent engagement during sporting events and activities.
• 7. Faculty Collaboration & Professional Development
  Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership teams.
  Participate in professional development initiatives and coaching workshops.
  Contribute to the overall sports and extracurricular programme of the school.
• 8. Sports Innovation & Technology Integration
  Integrate modern coaching techniques and sports technology.
  Utilize performance data to improve coaching effectiveness.
  Encourage analytical thinking and game strategy development among students.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field.
• Recognized Football Coaching Certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience coaching Football in schools, academies, or sports institutions.
• Strong knowledge of football coaching methodologies, techniques, rules, and game strategies.
• Demonstrated expertise in planning and delivering engaging football training sessions.
• Ability to drive student achievement through effective coaching and performance development practices.
• Experience in organizing football tournaments, competitions, and sporting events.
• Strong player management and student engagement skills.
• Knowledge of fitness training, conditioning, and injury prevention practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Professional, ethical, and student-centred approach to sports coaching.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing, and continuous professional growth.
• Ability to work collaboratively with academic leaders and contribute to school-wide improvement initiatives.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.