Youth Soccer Development Lead Coach

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Vor Ort; ZAR 420.000 - 700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Head Coach for its youth soccer development program. You will develop a training curriculum, manage staff, and oversee progress of young athletes.

The role requires a strong youth coaching background, SAFA coaching badges, and proven leadership to inspire players, coaches, and parents while maintaining a safe, positive environment.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as a youth soccer coach with a track record in player development.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor coaches and engage parents.
• Ability to design age-appropriate training curriculums and development plans.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and manage a structured youth soccer training program aligned with academy goals.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise assistant coaches, ensuring consistent coaching methodologies.
• Design and conduct engaging training sessions focusing on technical skills, tactical understanding, physical conditioning, and character development.
• Scout and recruit talented young players for the program.
• Monitor player progress, provide feedback, and set individual development goals.
• Ensure a safe, positive training environment for all participants.
• Plan and manage team logistics for matches and tournaments, including travel and accommodation.
• Communicate progress with players, parents, and academy management.
• Uphold the academy's values and promote fair play, respect, and discipline.
• Stay current with modern coaching techniques and youth development best practices in soccer.

Kenntnisse

Youth coaching

Leadership

Communication

Staff management

Player development

Motivation

Ausbildung

SAFA coaching badges

First Aid certification

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Head Coach for its youth soccer development program. You will develop a training curriculum, manage staff, and oversee progress of young athletes.

The role requires a strong youth coaching background, SAFA coaching badges, and proven leadership to inspire players, coaches, and parents while maintaining a safe, positive environment.