Organisation Palace for Life Foundation Salary £14.00 - £21.00 per hour depending on qualification Location South London Contract type Closing date 31 May 2026 Job Description Job Summary
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic football coaches to deliver engaging, high-quality football sessions across our programmes in Sussex and Surrey. You will deliver after-school football clubs as well as pathway and team coaching sessions. You will play a key role in creating fun, inclusive and development-focused environments that inspire young players and support their football journey.
What We Offer
- Regular hours to suit your schedule;
- Local venues in Sussex and Surrey;
- London Living Wage salary as a minimum;
- Training and development opportunities across our teams;
- The opportunity to work with the official charity of a Premier League football club.
Job Description
As Football Coach you will:
- Plan and deliver high-quality, age-appropriate football sessions, including structured after-school clubs, focusing on fundamental skills, movement and game understanding;
- Deliver fun, engaging and inclusive sessions that promote player development, confidence and enjoyment of football;
- Manage and coach teams during matches, festivals and tournaments where required, ensuring equal playing time and positive participation for all players;
- Create a safe, positive and motivating learning environment for players of varying abilities;
- Communicate effectively with players, parents, school staff and fellow coaches;
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times;
- Maintain accurate registers, attendance records and basic player development feedback where required.
Person Specification
As successful candidate you will:
- Have experience coaching football, ideally within schools, grassroots or player development environments;
- Be an FA/UEFA qualified coach at minimum Level 1, ideally Level 2 or above;
- Hold in-date FA First Aid and Safeguarding Children qualifications;
- Be confident delivering after-school football clubs in a school setting;
- Be reliable, organised, enthusiastic and willing to learn and develop as a coach;
- Be available for afternoon, evening and/or holiday work as required.