About This Role
This coaching role involves delivering engaging football sessions to children of various ages and abilities at the Saturday Development Sessions, with potential for additional hours during the week. The coach will foster a positive environment where children can develop technical skills, confidence, and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, high-quality football coaching sessions every Saturday for children of all ages and abilities
- Plan and deliver fun, safe, and inclusive sessions that develop technical skills, game understanding, confidence, and teamwork
- Create a positive, welcoming environment where every child feels encouraged to participate and enjoy football
- Organise age-appropriate practices, small-sided games, and match play to maximise learning and enjoyment
- Adapt coaching activities to meet the needs and abilities of all participants, ensuring every child is challenged and supported
- Promote fair play, respect, teamwork, and positive behaviour in line with Edstart's values
- Set up and pack away equipment, ensuring the playing area is safe and ready for each session
- Register attendees and communicate professionally with parents and carers where required
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and welfare procedures are followed at all times
- Represent Edstart professionally and contribute to the continued growth and success of the Saturday Soccer School programme
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience coaching or teaching sports
- Recognised Football coaching qualifications
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Clear and confident communication with pupils, staff, and parents
- Current Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Benefits
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities to progress within the organisation
- Free holiday club places for your children
Important Details
- Employment type: full-time, part-time, permanent
About the Company
Edstart Soccer School is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and experienced Football Coach to join its dynamic team.