Women's Football Coach - Cambridge University Association Football Club

Organisation: University of Cambridge Sports Service
Salary: £20-25 per hour/ £75-85 per game
Location: Cambridge
Contract type: (Part time)
Closing date: 31 May 2026
Job Description: Cambridge University Association Football Club (CUAFC) Women’s side is a growing and ambitious club with three teams. Our 1st team competes in BUCS Midlands Tier 1 and our 2nd team in Tier 3. Where appropriate, we maintain squad fluidity between the teams to allow for player progression and team success. Both teams compete in cup competitions as well as the annual Varsity Match against Oxford, a highlight of the season. Each squad consists of around 21 players who bring a positive attitude, strong commitment, and great team spirit.

Session schedule: two training sessions (Friday evening and Sunday morning) and one game (Wednesday) per week.

Job Purpose:
To provide high-quality coaching to students of varying ability, fostering skill development, fitness, and competitive performance in football while ensuring a safe and inclusive training environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver engaging and structured football training sessions.
• Develop individual and team performance strategies, including technical, tactical, and physical conditioning.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including risk assessments and injury prevention measures.
• Prepare students for university competitions, BUCS fixtures, Varsity and other relevant events.
• Provide mentorship and motivation to students, fostering a positive and disciplined training culture.
• Collaborate with other coaches, university sports staff, and club committee members to align training with club objectives.
• Uphold health and safety, safeguarding and inclusivity standards, ensuring a welcoming environment for all participants.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper usage during training sessions.
• Adhere to club policies and procedures.
• Stay up to date with coaching best practices and relevant qualifications.

Person Specification:

Essential:
• Recognised football coaching qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or higher).
• Experience coaching football to young adults or university-level athletes.
• Strong communication, motivational and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in sports coaching.
• Ability to plan and deliver progressive training programs.
• Commitment to inclusivity and student development.

Desirable:
• Experience coaching competitive university teams.
• A valid first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

What we offer:
• An induction to the role.
• Opportunities for relevant development and training.
• Support to understand and adhere to relevant club policy.
• A state-of-the-art 3G stadium pitch as a home matchday and training ground (Grange Road Stadium, Cambridge).
• The opportunity to lead a prestigious team into Varsity, a historic sporting fixture.
• A regular point of contact to support you.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on motivated student athletes.
How to apply: Please send your CV and short covering letter outlining your relevant experience to womens.president.cuafc@gmail.com For informal enquiries, please contact Anna Hipkiss, Women’s Student President.