25 lead football coach jobs found

Location:   Manchester, IN Opening Date:   25 Feb 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Permanent Closing Date of Applications – 23 April 2026   Our Story   Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   MCFC is built on a vision for sustainability, with an academy structure designed to support long-term first team success, to engagement with the communities in which we reside. Together with our passionate fans...

Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the U16-21 coaching programme ensuring optimal training, games, staffing, and operational delivery • Lead the implementation and evaluation of the Academy Football Identity (4 C's) across the U9-21 pathway • Drive player development through structured review processes, talent management, transitions, and clear communication with players, parents and senior stakeholders • Develop and empower coaches through individual development plans, mentoring, reflective practice, and the Chelsea Learning Methodology • Co-design and deliver Academy CPD programmes in partnership with the Head of Coach Development • Observe, atm and support age-group programmes to ensure alignment with the Academy Blueprint • Promote strong cross-department collaboration to maximise player and coach development opportunities  What You'll Bring Essential • UEFA B Licence and FA Advanced Youth Award •...

RPS Academies is seeking a dynamic and experienced  Women’s Soccer Director & Head Coach  to lead, develop, and grow our female boarding academy program. This dual-role position requires a visionary leader who can manage the technical direction of the women’s department while serving as the primary head coach. The Director will be responsible for the athletic development of female student-athletes, fostering a culture of  discipline, hard work, and class . Beyond the pitch, this role is pivotal in building the program's future through strategic player recruitment and securing collegiate pathways for our graduates. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership:  Define and implement the technical philosophy and methodology for the Women’s Soccer department. Coaching:  Plan and deliver high-quality daily training sessions and manage the team during matches, tournaments, and showcases. Player Recruitment:  Actively...

The FA's Para Division are looking for two Physical Performance Coaches; one to support the development of physical performance for men's Cerebral Palsy (CP) team and one to support the men's Deaf team, inclusive of on- and off-camp delivery. These will be Casual contracts, initially running until 31st July 2027, with an anticipated circa. 30 days/100 hours of work per full season. The contract is home based, however national and international travel will be required. First stage interviews will be held week commencing the 11th May, online. Second stage practical assessments will be held on camp on 31st May.   What will you do? Provide individualised strength and conditioning programming to players based on game, position and individual development demands Weekly connection with players around training progression Regular connection to squad multi-disciplinary team Develop game-format-specific profiling measures to evidence progress in relevant...

About the role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Physical Performance Coach to join the Liverpool FC Women’s First Team performance department. This is a primarily field-based, delivery-focused role responsible for the planning, delivery, and review of physical performance support across all training phases. Reporting to the Head of Performance, the successful candidate will work as a core member of the first team multidisciplinary team (MDT), designing and delivering individualised and team-based physical programmes that maximise player availability and enhance physical performance capabilities. They will work in close collaboration with an embedded Physical Performance Coach, with clear boundaries of responsibility between the two roles. The role carries a lead responsibility for sports science and physical performance within the first team environment, including oversight of monitoring systems, periodisation planning, and contribution to injury...

Job Title : KWFC Girls Academy Coaches (Volunteers) Reporting to : Women’s Football Development Manager  Kilmarnock Women’s Football Club is seeking enthusiastic and committed Volunteer Coaches to support the delivery of its Girls Academy SFA NextGen Programme. Working under the guidance of the Women’s Football Development Manager, the successful candidates will play an important role in the development of young players within a positive, high-performance and player-centred environment aligned with the Club’s coaching philosophy. 1. Training • Implementation of Women's & Girls Academy coaching philosophy • Facilitation of all squad training sessions • Ensure access to specialist coaching as required 2. Matches • Prepare squad for participation in matches every weekend • Select a team to play the match • Coach team throughout the match • Facilitation of match day requirements including kit...

Job Description Job Purpose To lead the coaching provision for U15s-U16s academy age group. To maximise the development within this phase and help manage the transition to U18s football. Report to Academy Manager & Head of Coaching Roles and Responsibilities Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s coaching programme outlined in the club’s Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s Games Programme Help create an “Extras Culture” for the players to maximise their available development time Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme’s potential to develop the U15s - U16s players Oversee 6 Weekly plans and reviews on player development, setting performance targets and creating specific individual development plans for each player Oversee daily and weekly plans and reviews aligned to the individual development plans Show positive IMPACT on the academy through...

  JOB TITLE: Sussex Sessional Coach DEPARTMENT: Commercial, Football Development, JOB FUNCTION: To deliver safe, inclusive, high quality provision across all activities and provision DIRECT REPORTS: None LOCATION: Crawley, Horsham, Bognor, Chichester, Worthing, East Grinstead & Billingshurst  CONTRACT: Variable - anytime between 7.30am and 9pm – Monday to Sunday   PLAY YOUR PART (Main Responsibilities): To deliver safe, inclusive and high quality coaching sessions on a daily basis across the core programmes. These to include, but not limited to all In-School and Out of School activity, Player Development Programme activity, sessions at a post 16 football programme and the various activity delivered during the school holidays. To deliver on activity to support, develop, engage and enhance the relationships with local youth football clubs/schools/organisations/leisure centres/local authority/The Club....

About The Role Cheltenham Town F.C. is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Academy as a  Foundation Phase Cell Lead Coach , working with players in the Under 9 – Under 12 age groups, including pre-academy. With Key Responsibilities for Under 11 - Under 12 Cell. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the technical, tactical and holistic development of players within the Foundation Phase, ensuring delivery of the Club’s coaching curriculum in line with our playing and coaching philosophy. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering high-quality training sessions aligned to individual learning plans (ILPs) Supporting the development of players across technical, physical, psychological and social areas Leading and supporting a team of coaches within the phase Delivering a varied and competitive games programme that maximises playing time...

Job Description Junior Assistant Coach (Voluntary Role) Location: South London Organisation: South London Girls Football Academy Commitment: Weekly training sessions (evenings/weekends) Age Range: 16–21 ⚽ About the Role We’re looking for passionate, reliable and motivated young people to join our team as Junior Assistant Coaches. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional football environment, develop your coaching skills and make a positive impact on young female players. 🔧 What You’ll Do Assist a professional coach during weekly training sessions Support individual players (1-to-1) under the guidance of the Lead Coach Help set up and pack away equipment before and after sessions Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all players at all times Represent the Academy by dressing and acting professionally Support all Academy staff as requested by the Academy Director and Manager 🎯 What We’re Looking For A...

Job Description South London Girls Football Academy is seeking an experienced and passionate Specialist Goalkeeper Coach to lead the development of all goalkeepers across our Academy at our Southwark centre. This is an exciting opportunity to become the dedicated goalkeeper specialist within the Academy and to play a pivotal role in shaping the goalkeeping pathway for young female players in South London. You will help inspire, develop, and retain talented goalkeepers while building a high-quality, age-appropriate goalkeeper curriculum for current and future seasons. Key Details Location: Southwark, South London Day & Time: Saturdays, 11:30am – 12:30pm Rate: £25–£30 per hour (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Session-based (season-long commitment required) The Role As Specialist Goalkeeper Coach, you will: Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality goalkeeper-specific training sessions Lead the technical, tactical, physical, and...

Job Description Let’s Play Football Coach Salary: £12.16–£14.93 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–5:30pm (venue dependent) Travel Expenses: 30p per mile after the first 35 miles per day (uplift available for car share) About Activate Camps Activate Camps provide fun, safe and inclusive holiday camps where children and teenagers develop their skills through technical sessions, challenges, gameplay and team competitions. Teamwork and a positive attitude are at the core of every camp experience, with all participants earning points for the Activate Games by demonstrating our BEST qualities: Bravery, Enthusiasm, Sportsmanship and Teamwork. About Let’s Play Football Let’s Play Football is an exciting 3 day and 5 day football and freestyle camp for children aged 5–16. Developed in partnership with Freestyle Superstar Coach Jamie Knight, the programme includes: • Freestyle football skills...

Job Description Let’s Play Football Coach Salary: £12.16–£14.93 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–5:30pm (venue dependent) Travel Expenses: 30p per mile after the first 35 miles per day (uplift available for car share) About Activate Camps Activate Camps provide fun, safe and inclusive holiday camps where children and teenagers develop their skills through technical sessions, challenges, gameplay and team competitions. Teamwork and a positive attitude are at the core of every camp experience, with all participants earning points for the Activate Games by demonstrating our BEST qualities: Bravery, Enthusiasm, Sportsmanship and Teamwork. About Let’s Play Football Let’s Play Football is an exciting 3 day and 5 day football and freestyle camp for children aged 5–16. Developed in partnership with Freestyle Superstar Coach Jamie Knight, the programme includes: • Freestyle football skills...

Job Description Let’s Play Football Coach Salary: £12.16–£14.93 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–5:30pm (venue dependent) Travel Expenses: 30p per mile after the first 35 miles per day (uplift available for car share) About Activate Camps Activate Camps provide fun, safe and inclusive holiday camps where children and teenagers develop their skills through technical sessions, challenges, gameplay and team competitions. Teamwork and a positive attitude are at the core of every camp experience, with all participants earning points for the Activate Games by demonstrating our BEST qualities: Bravery, Enthusiasm, Sportsmanship and Teamwork. About Let’s Play Football Let’s Play Football is an exciting 3 day and 5 day football and freestyle camp for children aged 5–16. Developed in partnership with Freestyle Superstar Coach Jamie Knight, the programme includes: • Freestyle football skills...

Job Description Let’s Play Football Coach Salary: £12.16–£14.93 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm or 9:30am–5:30pm (venue dependent) Travel Expenses: 30p per mile after the first 35 miles per day (uplift available for car share) About Activate Camps Activate Camps provide fun, safe and inclusive holiday camps where children and teenagers develop their skills through technical sessions, challenges, gameplay and team competitions. Teamwork and a positive attitude are at the core of every camp experience, with all participants earning points for the Activate Games by demonstrating our BEST qualities: Bravery, Enthusiasm, Sportsmanship and Teamwork. About Let’s Play Football Let’s Play Football is an exciting 3 day and 5 day football and freestyle camp for children aged 5–16. Developed in partnership with Freestyle Superstar Coach Jamie Knight, the programme includes: • Freestyle football skills...

Core Responsibilities: Session Delivery: Plan and lead high-quality, age-appropriate coaching sessions aligned with the club's philosophy. Player Development: Provide constructive feedback to players to improve technical, tactical, and social skills. Match Day Management: Lead the team during fixtures, managing substitutions and tactical adjustments. Safeguarding: Maintain a safe, inclusive environment for all players, ensuring all welfare protocols are followed. Professionalism: Act as a role model for the female game, representing Watford Ladies FC with integrity. Candidate Requirements: New Coaches: A passion for the game, a willingness to learn, and an FA DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). Experienced Coaches: Minimum FA Level 2 (UEFA C) preferred, with a proven track record of player development. All: Strong communication skills and a "player-first" mentality.

Full job description Job Title:  Casual Schools Sports Coach Employer:  Norwich City Football Development Programme Location:  Various primary school settings Job Type : Part-time, Zero hours contract Pay:  £12.44 - £15.00 per hour Job Overview Norwich City Football Development Programme is seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable sports coaches to join our team as Casual Schools Sports Coaches. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and dynamic PE lessons, lunchtime, and after-school sessions within primary schools, inspiring children to develop a love for physical activity. This opportunity is ideal for college/university students or recent graduates seeking flexible work, as well as experienced coaches looking to expand their hours. Main Responsibilities Deliver high-quality PE lessons, After School Clubs and other sports activities in line with the national curriculum....

About The Role   Job Title:  Foundation Development Phase Coach (Casual) Department:  Academy Location:  Dimensions / Alsager / Norton / Keele / Roe Lane Reports to:  Head of Coaching / Youth Phase Lead Coach ROLE SUMMARY To coach and develop players primarily within the Foundation Phase (U8–U11), supporting their long-term development and progression along the player pathway. The role contributes to preparing young players for the highest levels of professional football by delivering a high-quality coaching programme aligned with the Club’s philosophy and performance plan. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Work collaboratively with the Lead Foundation Phase Coach to support the development of players aged 8–11. Contribute to and deliver a comprehensive player development programme that maximises opportunities for young players to reach their full potential, in line with the...

Job description Who We Are  Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is an iconic English football club, playing in the Premier League and Women’s Super League. From North London to the world, our fanbase spans continents, cultures, and generations. Spurs is a club that’s always dared to push boundaries, breaking new ground and rewriting history.  We offer world-class facilities. In 2019, we opened our state-of-the-art Stadium, a £1 billion landmark that’s the beating heart of North Tottenham’s transformation. More than just a football ground, it’s an engine of change creating 4,000 jobs and injecting £300 million into the local economy every year.  We’re at our brightest when we’re all together. Our Club, our teams, our community.  There is only one Hotspur. Tottenham Hotspur.  Job...

Location:   Manchester, US Opening Date:   14 Apr 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Variable Hours Contract Type:   Other Casual Please note, this role will require you to be exclusive to coaching sessions/delivering projects for Manchester City Football Club only and to be based in North Texas, USA. To be selected, we will hold an assessment centre in mid-May 2026.   Our Story   Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   The Role...