Job Description
Full job description
LCR Sports is a football coaching company dedicated to developing players aged 5-14 of all abilities. Our goal is to help every child learn new skills, challenge themselves, and raise their game through fun, structured, and professional football sessions.
We’re expanding rapidly and are looking for experienced, confident, and reliable coaches to join our team.
You’ll help lead our football development sessions in:
- Gravesend – Mondays (including our new LCR Football Academy, launching March 2026)
You’ll also have opportunities to coach at our half-term football camps in Gravesend.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead high-quality, engaging football sessions for children aged 5-14.
- Be a key member of the LCR Sports coaching team, helping deliver our player development programmes.
- Support and mentor assistant coaches where required.
- Aid players in developing both technical and social skills through well-planned, enjoyable activities.
- Communicate effectively with parents, players, and staff.
- Help with session setup and pack down, ensuring a safe and fun environment.
- Bring creativity and energy to each session while maintaining LCR Sports’ coaching standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay (£15 -£22/hour)
- Clear career development opportunities within a growing football academy (launching 2026)
- Coaching kit/uniform provided
- Supportive and professional team environment
- On-site parking
- Potential to lead and manage your own coaching site
Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience coaching or assisting football sessions (essential)
- Comfortable leading sessions independently (support and training provided)
- Played football to a good level and/or have a strong understanding of the game
- FA Level 1 / 2 required
- UEFA C / B preferred
- Enhanced DBS, First Aid, and Safeguarding certificates (can be arranged if needed)
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
If you’re passionate about football, confident leading sessions, and ready to grow with a fast-expanding coaching company, apply now to join LCR Sports.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00-£22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Football coaching: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- DBS (required)
- Certificate in Coaching Football (required)
- Safeguarding Certification (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
