Elite Youth Soccer Development Coach

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 630,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Medical aid

Professional development

State-of-the-art facilities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Head Coach for a renowned youth soccer academy in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will lead an elite development program, design a coaching philosophy, and oversee all age-group training to drive both performance and player growth.

You will mentor assistant coaches, manage logistics, scout talent, provide performance feedback, and collaborate with management, parents, and staff to create a holistic development pathway.

Qualifications

• Proven youth soccer coaching with player development.
• SAFA Pro License or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of tactics and training methodologies for various age groups.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in talent identification and recruitment.
• Understanding of child psychology and youth development strategies.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for training and matches.

Responsibilities

• Design age-appropriate training programs aligned with the academy's philosophy.
• Lead and mentor assistant coaches with professional development.
• Oversee on-field training to develop technical and tactical proficiency.
• Manage team logistics: scheduling matches, travel, equipment.
• Scout and recruit talented players to join the academy.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Foster a positive culture emphasizing discipline and teamwork.
• Communicate progress with players, parents and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on coaching methodologies and trends in youth development.

Skills

Youth coaching

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation & inspiration

Talent identification

Child psychology understanding

Education

SAFA Pro License or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Head Coach for a renowned youth soccer academy in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will lead an elite development program, design a coaching philosophy, and oversee all age-group training to drive both performance and player growth.

You will mentor assistant coaches, manage logistics, scout talent, provide performance feedback, and collaborate with management, parents, and staff to create a holistic development pathway.