Technical Development Coach
About London Elite Youth
London Elite Youth is an independent football development organisation working with talented academy and grassroots players across London.
Established in 2015, our focus is individual player development creating environments where players receive greater detail, individual attention and position-specific coaching to complement their existing club football.
As we continue to develop our programme for the 2026/27 season, we’re looking to connect with outstanding coaches who share our approach to player development.
The Role
We’re looking for a Technical Development Coach to deliver high-quality small-group and position-specific development sessions.
You’ll work primarily with players aged U11–U16, including academy players and high-level grassroots players.
Sessions may include:
- Technical development Finishing & goalscoring Winger development Midfielder development Defender development Position-specific small-group sessions Academy/off-season programmes 1-to-1 and small-group player development
We don’t simply want someone who can organise good practices.
We’re looking for coaches who can observe, identify detail, intervene effectively and coach the individual player within the session.
What We’re Looking For
We’re interested in coaches who:
- Have a strong understanding of individual player development Can deliver detailed, challenging and engaging sessions Understand the technical and tactical demands of different positions Communicate confidently with young players Can adapt their coaching to different players and learning needs Are reliable, professional and organised Are comfortable working within an established coaching philosophy Have evening and/or weekend availability
Qualifications & Experience
UEFA B preferred.
We would also consider exceptional UEFA C coaches with strong academy, development-centre or high-level youth football experience.
Applicants must have appropriate safeguarding qualifications and an Enhanced DBS, or be willing to complete the required checks.
The Opportunity
This will initially be a freelance/session-based position, with the opportunity for increased involvement as London Elite Youth continues to grow.
We’re equally interested in hearing from excellent coaches who are currently working within professional academies or other football environments and may only have limited weekly availability.
Interested?
Complete our short application form with:
- Your coaching experience Current qualifications Current coaching position, if applicable Availability CV A short explanation of your coaching philosophy
Applications close: Sunday 30 August 2026
Successful applicants may be invited for an informal conversation followed by an opportunity to deliver or assist within a London Elite Youth session.
London Elite Youth
Developing the individual. Maximising strengths. Creating better players.
Pay: £500.00-£1,500.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: On the road
