Football Coach

Full job description

Conquest AcademyAcademy Football CoachLocation

West London

Contract

Part-Time (Evenings & Weekends)

Salary

£30.00 per hour
Performance bonuses available (to be agreed)

About Conquest Academy

Conquest Academy is one of the UK's fastest-growing independent football development programmes, providing an elite training environment for ambitious young players aged 6-18.

Our philosophy is simple: create a professional environment where talented players receive the highest standard of coaching, individual development and exposure to opportunities within the professional game.

We work with players across grassroots, academy and scholarship pathways, with our coaching programme designed around the standards expected within the professional game. Our players regularly train and compete against Professional Club Academies, showcase opposition and elite independent programmes, whilst also benefiting from close relationships throughout English and European football.

Every session is delivered with purpose, intensity and attention to detail. We expect high standards from both our players and our staff, creating an environment where professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement are embedded into everything we do.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and ambitious Academy Football Coach to join our coaching team.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for delivering high-quality coaching sessions, managing an academy squad and supporting the long-term development of our players both on and off the pitch.

This is an excellent opportunity for coaches looking to develop within an ambitious football organisation that values education, innovation and player development.

Coaching Schedule

The successful candidate will be expected to work:

• Monday Evening Training
• Wednesday Evening Training
• Friday Evening Training
• Sunday Fixtures

Additional opportunities may also be available through:

• Saturday Showcase Fixtures
• Professional Academy Fixtures
• Tournaments
• Player Development Events

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality coaching sessions.
• Manage an academy age group throughout the season.
• Create an enjoyable but demanding learning environment.
• Implement the Conquest Academy coaching methodology.
• Prepare players tactically, technically, physically and psychologically.
• Manage matchdays, substitutions and player development objectives.
• Provide regular feedback to players and parents where appropriate.
• Complete player reviews and development reports when required.
• Work collaboratively with the Sporting Director and wider coaching team.
• Maintain the highest safeguarding and welfare standards.
• Represent Conquest Academy professionally at all times.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

• UEFA C Licence (minimum) or working towards.
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (or equivalent).
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• FA Safeguarding Children qualification.
• Experience coaching youth football.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for developing young footballers.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Reliable and punctual with excellent attention to detail.

What We Offer

Joining Conquest Academy provides the opportunity to become part of an ambitious football organisation with genuine opportunities for progression.

Benefits include:

• Competitive coaching rate of £30 per hour
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
• Continuous coach education and mentoring
• Access to our coaching methodology and session library
• Opportunities to coach showcase fixtures and professional academy games
• Progression opportunities into senior coaching and leadership roles
• Work within a high-performance football environment

Our Values

Every member of staff is expected to embody the values that define Conquest Academy:

• Professionalism – We set the standards.
• Development – Every player can improve.
• Excellence – Good enough never is.
• Respect – For players, parents, officials and colleagues.
• Accountability – Own your role and your actions.
• Passion – Energy and enthusiasm in everything we do.

Pay: £20.00-£30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person