Job Description

Football Coaches - Part-Time (IOF Academy & IOF Mavericks FC)

Location: Staffordshire/Derbyshire border

About Us

IOF Academy is a specialist football development organisation with a proven record in delivering USA soccer scholarships and elite player pathways. We run a full-time residential football and education programme for both UK-based and international students, hosted at a prestigious independent school on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border.

Our team is led by ex-professional academy staff and a former football club owner, creating a unique development model that provides players and coaches with genuine opportunities in professional football, coaching careers, and international placements.

In

Summer 2025

, we are launching

IOF Mavericks FC

- an elite grassroots football club offering high-performance coaching and competitive opportunities. Based at our independent school campus with state-of-the-art facilities, the club environment mirrors that of a professional academy and forms a key part of our wider player development pathway.

We are now looking to build a team of ambitious, professional coaches to help establish IOF Mavericks FC and support the continued growth of our academy programme.

The Role

This is a paid part-time coaching position with real opportunities for progression, professional development, and involvement in a high-performance football environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, high-quality coaching sessions (Tuesday & Thursday evenings + Saturday matchdays) Support player development in line with our academy philosophy and pathway model Contribute to a positive, professional team culture Optional: assist with our Mini Mavericksdevelopment programme (additional hours available)

Who We're Looking For

Essential

UEFA B or A Licensed Coaches (or currently working towards) UEFA C Coaches with experience in high-performance football Strong knowledge of player development models and a passion for coaching excellence Own transport Valid DBS, Safeguarding, and First Aid certificates Availability on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Desirable

Previous academy, scouting, or development centre experience Local football knowledge and ability to identify/recruit players Coaches seeking mentoring or apprentice-style roles (please specify if applying)

What We Offer

Competitive pay:

20.00-30.00 per hour

(up to 12 hours per week) Paid part-time coaching roles (2 training sessions per week + matchdays) Mentorship from our UEFA A Licensed Technical Director (ex-pro Head Coach & FA Coach Developer) Work within a pro-club-linked academy with clear pathways for players and coaches Development opportunities into full-time coaching, USA scholarship programmes, and club partnerships State-of-the-art facilities at our independent school base

Employee Benefits:

Company pension Employee mentoring programme Staff discount Canteen access Free parking & on-site gym

Players - Register Interest

While this advert is aimed at coaches, talented players aged 5-18 are also welcome to register their interest in joining our high-performance squads. Please visit our website or contact us via email.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated coach passionate about player development and looking to be part of something new, exciting, and connected to real pathways in football -- we'd love to hear from you.

Please send the following to

info@iofacademy.com

:

Football CV (including qualifications, experience, contact email & mobile number) Brief cover letter outlining your coaching background and availability
General job CVs will not be accepted -- football-specific applications only.

Job Type:

Part-time

Pay:

20.00-30.00 per hour

Schedule:

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (occasional Wednesday & weekend availability)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 20.00-30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 10 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: IOF25
Expected start date: 22/09/2025