Football Coach (Casual) – Sussex/Surrey

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.
How to apply: Please apply via our website: https://palaceforlifefoundation.teamtailor.com/jobs/7291298-football-coach-casual-sussex-surrey