Wingate & Finchley Football Club
Youth Coach
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Company Description
Wingate & Finchley Football Club is a semi-professional football club based in North Finchley, London, competing in the Ryman League, FA Cup, and FA Trophy. The club is committed to providing an affordable football experience for the local community. A core focus is on youth development, offering structured pathways for young players to grow on and off the pitch. Wingate & Finchley also works closely with disadvantaged groups, using football as a means to promote inclusion, wellbeing, and social cohesion.
Role Description
The Youth Coach will deliver high-quality coaching sessions for youth players, focusing on technical skills, tactical understanding, physical conditioning, and positive attitude development. This part-time, on-site role in London involves:
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- Planning and leading training sessions
- Preparing age-appropriate drills
- Supporting players during matches and tournaments
- Providing constructive feedback
- Monitoring player progress
- Maintaining a safe, inclusive environment where all participants feel respected and supported
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Additional responsibilities include:
- Communicating with parents and guardians
- Collaborating with other coaches and staff
- Upholding club standards and safeguarding policies
Qualifications
- Coaching and player development skills, including the ability to plan sessions, teach fundamentals, and adapt activities for different age groups and abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with young players, parents, and colleagues, and to promote a positive, inclusive team culture.
- Organizational and time-management skills for scheduling sessions, preparing training plans, and coordinating match-day logistics.
- Understanding of youth safeguarding, child protection principles, and health and safety practices in a sporting environment.
- Relevant football coaching qualifications (e.g., FA coaching badges or equivalent) and experience working with youth teams at grassroots or club level.
- Ability to work on-site in London during evenings and/or weekends, and commitment to the club’s mission of community engagement and support for disadvantaged groups.
- Experience in mentoring or education, and familiarity with the Ryman League or similar competitive environments, are beneficial.
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