Lead Academy Football Coach Organisation IOF Academy Salary £25 - £35 Location Rocester, ST14 5BS Contract type (Part time) Closing date 12 November 2025 Interview date 12 November 2025 Job Description Football Coaches – Part-Time (IOF Academy & IOF Mavericks FC)Location: Staffordshire/Derbyshire borderAbout UsIOF Academy is a specialist football development organisation with a proven record in delivering USA soccer scholarships and elite player pathways. We run a full-time residential football and education programme for both UK-based and international students, hosted at a prestigious independent school on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border.Our team is led by ex-professional academy staff and a former football club owner, creating a unique development model that provides players and coaches with genuine opportunities in professional football, coaching careers, and international placements.In Summer 2025, we launched IOF Mavericks FC – an elite grassroots football club offering high-performance coaching and competitive opportunities. Based at our independent school campus with state-of-the-art facilities, the club environment mirrors that of a professional academy and forms a key part of our wider player development pathway.We are now looking to build a team of ambitious, professional coaches to help establish IOF Mavericks FC and support the continued growth of our academy programme.The RoleThis is a paid part-time coaching position with real opportunities for progression, professional development, and involvement in a high-performance football environment.Key Responsibilities:• Deliver engaging, high-quality coaching sessions (Tuesday & Thursday evenings + Saturday matchdays)• Support player development in line with our academy philosophy and pathway model• Contribute to a positive, professional team culture• Optional: assist with our Mini Mavericks development programme (additional hours available)Must be available Tuesday and Thursdays 6 - 7.15pm and Saturday for games program.Who We’re Looking For• Essential• UEFA B or A Licensed Coaches (or currently working towards)• UEFA C Coaches with experience in high-performance football• Strong knowledge of player development models and a passion for coaching excellence• Own transport• Valid DBS, Safeguarding, and First Aid certificates• Availability on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings Desirable• Previous academy, scouting, or development centre experience• Local football knowledge and ability to identify/recruit players• Coaches seeking mentoring or apprentice-style roles (please specify if applying)What We Offer• Competitive pay: £20.00–£30.00 per hour (up to 12 hours per week)• Paid part-time coaching roles (2 training sessions per week + matchdays)• Mentorship from our UEFA A Licensed Technical Director (ex-pro Head Coach & FA Coach Developer)• Work within a pro-club-linked academy with clear pathways for players and coaches• Development opportunities into full-time coaching, USA scholarship programmes, and club partnerships• State-of-the-art facilities at our independent school baseEnd of season tour to NorwayEmployee Benefits:• Company pension• Employee mentoring programme• Staff discount• Canteen access• Free parking & on-site gym How to apply If you are a motivated coach passionate about player development and looking to be part of something new, exciting, and connected to real pathways in football — we’d love to hear from you. Please send the following to russ@iofacademy.com: • Football CV (including qualifications, experience, contact email & mobile number) • Brief cover letter outlining your coaching background and availability Share X LinkedIn Email