Job Description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Lead Football Coach - NewAge Football Academy
Pay: 20-30 per hour (see details below)
Hours: Flexible, uncapped (weekday evenings & weekends)
Contract: Self-employed / contractor
Location: Hamilton (FIVES Hamilton)
Closing Date: 5th January 2026

About the Role:

NewAge Football Academy is growing, and we're looking for motivated, reliable football coaches to deliver high-quality small-group, large-group and team training sessions.

This is an opportunity to coach ambitious young players in an academy-style environment - with the flexibility to set your own coaching load, earn competitively, and be part of a forward-thinking training programme.

What You'll Be Doing:

Deliver small-group, large-group and team training sessions Support other coaches where needed to ensure smooth, high-quality sessions Contribute to the design of our coaching programme by helping plan themes, drills, and session structures Provide player feedback to parents, supporting development both on and off the pitch Create a positive, challenging, and fun environment for players Communicate effectively with players and parents Represent NewAge Football Academy's professional standards both on and off the pitch

Hours & Pay:

20/hour for small-group (2+ players) sessions 25/hour for large-group (8+ players) sessions 30/hour for team sessions Hours are flexible and uncapped - the more sessions you take, the more you earn Most sessions run on weekday evenings and weekends, so availability during these times is essential

Coaching Pathway at NewAge:

We believe in developing our coaches as much as our players. At NewAge, you'll have the chance to progress along a clear pathway:

Lead Coach Head Coach Location Manager
Progression through this pathway can bring increased pay, responsibility, and long-term opportunities - from helping with academy operations to mentoring other coaches, and even moving into part-time or full-time management roles as the academy grows.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You...

Have experience coaching or working with young footballers Are confident, enthusiastic, and passionate about player development Are reliable, punctual, and organised Can adapt sessions to suit different ages and ability levels Hold (or are working towards) at least a Level 1.3 SFA coaching qualification (ideal but not essential)

What You'll Get from Us:

Competitive pay with uncapped earning potential Clear progression pathway with long-term opportunities Ongoing support, mentoring, and session frameworks to help you succeed Access to academy resources, equipment, and facilities The chance to grow with a new and ambitious football academy, with opportunities to shape its future direction.

How to Apply:

To apply, send your CV and a short paragraph about why you'd be a great fit to newagefa@gmail.com. You can also apply via LinkedIn or Indeed - we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 20.00-30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/01/2026
Expected start date: 06/01/2026