Elite Youth Football Coach & Talent Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Staff facilities discounts

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Elite Football Academy Coach to contribute to developing talented young players at their Vereeniging academy in Gauteng. The role focuses on coaching, player development, and implementing the academy's philosophy and curriculum.

The successful candidate will work with specific age groups, nurture technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects, and collaborate with sport science and management to shape future talent.

Qualifications

• Formal coaching qualifications at least SAFA Pro or UEFA A/B level.
• Min 5 years coaching experience in youth or academy settings.
• Proven ability in player development and talent identification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality coaching sessions across technical, tactical, physical, and psychological aspects.
• Develop individual player skills and team cohesion within the academy philosophy.
• Recruit talented players and assess suitability for the program.
• Monitor progress and maintain performance records.
• Collaborate with coaches, sports scientists, medical staff, and management.
• Ensure safeguarding and safe learning environment.
• Coach teams during matches and provide in-game guidance.
• Contribute to curriculum development and player development plans.
• Stay updated with best practices in youth coaching.
• Communicate progress with players, parents, and staff.

Skills

Coaching leadership

Player development

Communication

Education

SAFA Pro License

UEFA A License

UEFA B License

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Elite Football Academy Coach to contribute to developing talented young players at their Vereeniging academy in Gauteng. The role focuses on coaching, player development, and implementing the academy's philosophy and curriculum.

The successful candidate will work with specific age groups, nurture technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects, and collaborate with sport science and management to shape future talent.