Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable Fitness and Football Coach to join our coaching team. This role involves delivering engaging, age-appropriate sessions that focus on both football-specific skill development and overall physical fitness. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting player progression, promoting positive behaviours, and maintaining high coaching standards across our programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver high-quality coaching sessions that combine football development with physical fitness principles
Lead individual, small group, and team-based training sessions
Support player development in areas such as strength, endurance, agility, and injury prevention
Monitor and record player progress and provide regular feedback
Create a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment for all participants
Work collaboratively with other coaches to ensure consistency across all programmes
Promote safe practices, safeguarding, and wellbeing at all times
Contribute to events, camps, and matchdays as required

Requirements

Minimum FA Level 1 (Introduction to Coaching Football) or UEFA C Licence (preferred)

Recognised fitness qualification (e.g. Level 2 Fitness Instructor or higher)
Experience coaching young players in a structured environment
Knowledge of physical development in youth athletes
Strong communication and organisational skills
Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)
First Aid and Safeguarding certificates (or willingness to complete training)

Desirable

Experience delivering fitness sessions for football teams or academies
Understanding of periodisation and athlete monitoring
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school holidays

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression and further training
Work within a passionate and supportive team
Be part of a fast-growing academy with a strong local and regional presence

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £15.00-£25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 37 per week

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Commission pay
Performance bonus

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 28/04/2025

Vision Football Academy

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