Job Description
Club: LondonLionsFC.
Location: Barnet, London.
Contract: Part‑Time Weekday evenings [weekends available].
Reports To: Coaching Management Team.
London Lions FC serves as a community and competitive-focused football club in North London. The club provides football for over 50 teams, from junior to senior levels, boasting over 750 registered players. Based at its 50-acre facility in Barnet, London Lions offers world‑class pitches and facilities for training and matches. This season the senior men’s team competes in the semi‑professional Southern League Central Division after a league‑winning promotion into Step 4 of the Football Association’s football pyramid.
Purpose of the Role
To plan, deliver, and review high‑quality coaching sessions for a youth or development team that align with the club’s playing philosophy, technical curriculum, competitive and community values. The coach will nurture individual player development, promote teamwork, and contribute to the Lion’s tradition of excellence on and off the pitch.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and age‑appropriate training sessions for your assigned team(s) in line with the club’s coaching philosophy.
- Ensure positive learning and competitive experiences for all players.
- Support player recruitment, selection, and progression processes across the club’s development pathway.
- Liaise regularly with other coaches, parents and club leadership to maintain consistent communication and uphold the club’s values and safeguarding standards.
- As part of the coaching team, share best practice across the coaching team where possible.
- Ensure compliance with all FA Safeguarding, Equality, and Health & Safety policies.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- UEFAB or C Coaching Licence (or working towards completion of either).
- Current FA Safeguarding Children Certification.
- Valid FA Emergency Aid / First Aid in Football qualification.
- Enhanced DBS Check and FA registration.
- Previous experience coaching in a grassroots or academy environment.
- Experience with relevant, adjacent, or equivalent leagues and youth competitions.
- Understanding of player development pathways into senior or representative football.
- A strong appreciation for development and cultural inclusivity.
Desirable
- Experience with relevant, adjacent, or equivalent leagues and youth competitions.
- Understanding of player development pathways into senior or representative football.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about grassroots football and youth development.
- Committed, reliable, and well‑organised with strong leadership skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire and motivate young players.
- Respectful of the club’s heritage and ethos.
- Team‑oriented, reflective, and eager to continue personal coaching development.
What We Offer
- Coaching in one of the UK’s most prestigious grass‑roots football environments.
- Access to elite training facilities.
- Mentorship from senior coaches and regular CPD opportunities.
- Competitive sessional pay (varied depending on experience), with progression opportunities for dedicated coaches.
To Apply
Please send your CV to adamb@mlfc.co.uk. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
