Football Coach

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Football Coach to join our team. If you are passionate about developing young talent and delivering high-quality coaching sessions, this could be the perfect role for you. Our ideal candidate will not only manage school sport teams but also support player development, ensuring each student's growth and enjoyment in the sport.

Your responsibilities will include preparing facilities, managing equipment, and supporting the teacher-coach workforce, creating a seamless and professional coaching experience.

Your main focus will be on coaching football programmes across school terms, crafting engaging and impactful sessions. Working closely with the Head of Football, you will contribute to programme planning and communication, developing and documenting coaching session plans, and continuously reviewing opportunities for improvement.

We are looking for candidates with at least an FA Level 2 qualification, although FA Level 3/UEFA B or higher is preferred. With a minimum of three years' coaching experience in youth sports, you should possess excellent communication and organisational skills, and a strong commitment to your own professional development.

The role is for 12 hours per week during term time on a fixed term basis for terms 1 and 2 (1st September 2024 to 2nd April 2025) worked across Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

The salary is £6,700 for the duration of the fixed term contract (inclusive of holiday pay). In addition, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted freshly prepared lunches, access to school facilities, and discounts/cashback at high street shops and restaurants through the school’s Employee Assistance Programme.

About us

Founded in 1935, Millfield’s vision is to be the world leader for the development of children. There are nearly 1,300 students at the senior school, with a 3:1 ratio of boarding to day. Although essentially a rural British school, 20 per cent of Millfield students are international and come from more than 70 countries.

Set in over 100 acres of grounds, Millfield’s size brings great opportunity, and the facilities are unmatched in the UK: an Olympic-sized swimming pool, golf courses, indoor centres for tennis, golf and cricket and an equestrian centre; concert hall, recording studio, theatre, art gallery, hi-tech Science block and outstanding teaching facilities; and high-quality boarding accommodation.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website.

Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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