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Millfield School
Millfield is a public school located in Street, Somerset, England. It was founded in 1935. Millfield is a registered charity and is the largest co-educational boarding school in the UK with approximately 1,200 students, of whom over 900 are full boarders of over 70 nationalities.
Job Posted- 25 Jun 2026
Status- Part Time
Location- England
Closing date- 6 Jul 2026
Millfield School is seeking an experienced and motivated Football Coach to join our team on a fixed-term basis from September 2026 to March 2027. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a well-established and high-performing football programme.
Job Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality, engaging football coaching sessions across the school’s sports programme
• Support the planning, preparation and communication of the football programme alongside the Head of Football
• Develop and document individual and squad session plans, ensuring structured player development
• Lead and manage a school team as required, including attending fixtures and competitions (home and away)
• Support players in preparing for and reviewing competitions to inform ongoing development
• Ensure all safeguarding, health and safety, and operational procedures are adhered to
• Prepare and maintain equipment and facilities to support effective session delivery
About You
• FA Level 2 coaching qualification (essential)
• FA Level 3/UEFA B or higher (desirable)
• Minimum of three years’ experience coaching youth sport, ideally within a school or club setting
• Strong understanding of player development pathways
• Confident leading teams and delivering competitive opportunities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive and committed to continuous professional development
Working Hours & Salary
• Fixed-term contract from 07 September 2026 until 25 March 2027
• 12 hours per week (term time only):
o Monday: 4.00–6.00pm
o Wednesday: 12.00–5.00pm
o Saturday: 12.00–5.00pm
• £21.42 per hour (total contract value: £6,168.04)
Benefits
• Discounted freshly prepared lunches for only £10.30 per month
• Free access to a range of excellent school facilities
• Employee Assistance Programme including discounts and cashback at high street retailers and restaurants
How to Apply
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