Community Football Coach

Location:

London (Holloway, Pimlico, Swiss Cottage, White City, Haggerston, King’s Cross)

Salary: £17 per hour

Reports to:

Head of Coaching

Hours:

Weekday daytime (schools) & weekday evenings (communities)

Bloomsbury Football is a charity using the power of football to change the game for young people in London. We believe that every child - regardless of their background - should have access to high-quality football experiences that help them reach their full potential both on and off the pitch.

Our Schools & Communities Programme delivers sessions before, during, and after school, as well as in the evenings, providing opportunities for children to play, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive environment.

We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic, and reliable coaches to deliver exceptional football sessions across our Schools & Communities Programme. This is a part-time role ideal for coaches who want to make a difference in their local community while continuing to grow and develop under the guidance of our FA-affiliated Head of Coaching.

You’ll play a key role in providing fun, inclusive, and structured sessions that improve participants’ technical ability, physical health, and social and emotional wellbeing.

• Deliver engaging and high-quality football sessions before, during, and after school, and in the evenings.
• Support the delivery of Bloomsbury’s coaching philosophy and player development framework.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment for all participants.
• Be a positive role model, promoting teamwork, respect, and personal growth.
• Communicate effectively with parents, schools, and Bloomsbury staff.
• Attend regular CPD sessions and coaching meetings to support your ongoing development.

Essential:

• A passion for coaching and working with young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging, age-appropriate football sessions.
• Commitment to Bloomsbury Football’s mission and values.

Desirable:

• FA Level 1 (Introduction to Coaching Football) or equivalent.
• UEFA C Licence (preferred).
• Previous experience coaching children or within community/school settings.

At Bloomsbury, we’re committed to helping our coaches reach their full potential. You’ll have access to:

• Weekly CPD sessions led by our FA-affiliated Head of Coaching.
• Opportunities to progress into more senior coaching and management roles.
• A supportive coaching network and mentoring from experienced staff.