Lead Youth Football Academy Coach | Develop Future Stars

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development budget

Coaching clinics

Facilities access

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a leading Leisure & Sports organization in Gauteng to appoint a Head Coach for its Youth Football Academy in Tembisa. You will design elite training programs, lead sessions, and drive talent development while maintaining high performance and discipline.

You will recruit, mentor staff and coordinate with parents and community stakeholders to uphold the academy's standards and sporting vision. A CAF A/B or UEFA-equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years coaching youth football at a competitive level
• At least 2 years in a lead or head coaching capacity
• CAF A or B License, or UEFA equivalent
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience in curriculum development for football training programs

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive training methodologies for all age groups within the youth academy.
• Scout and recruit promising young players, assessing technical, tactical and physical capabilities.
• Develop and manage individualized training plans for players to maximize development.
• Lead coaching sessions, providing expert guidance and constructive feedback to players and assistant coaches.
• Foster a strong team culture emphasizing sportsmanship, discipline, and a passion for the game.
• Monitor player progress, conduct regular performance evaluations, and communicate with players and families.
• Collaborate with academy management to set strategic objectives and ensure alignment with the club's vision.
• Organize and manage participation in local and regional youth leagues and tournaments.
• Ensure coaching activities comply with governing body regulations and best practices.
• Contribute to the overall management and development of the academy's infrastructure and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Youth Development

Talent Identification

Coaching Strategies

Communication

Education

CAF A/B License or UEFA equivalent

Job description

Placements24 partners with a leading Leisure & Sports organization in Gauteng to appoint a Head Coach for its Youth Football Academy in Tembisa. You will design elite training programs, lead sessions, and drive talent development while maintaining high performance and discipline.

You will recruit, mentor staff and coordinate with parents and community stakeholders to uphold the academy's standards and sporting vision. A CAF A/B or UEFA-equivalent is required.