Join Samba Soccer Schools as a Football Coach
We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable football coaches to join our team across Bradford.
Samba Soccer Schools delivers Brazilian-inspired football coaching for children aged 4–12, helping players become confident, skilful and creative in a fun and positive environment.
Our coaching focuses on three key areas:
Skill Development – Breaking down techniques into simple, progressive steps children can build on.
Creativity and Confidence – Encouraging freedom of expression and fearless play.
Fun and Energy – High-energy sessions with music, designed to keep children engaged and excited to learn.
Available Coaching Hours
Saturdays
Heaton – St Bede's & St Joseph's Catholic College
2:00pm–4:00pm
Sundays
Buttershaw – Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College Academy
9:00am–11:00am
12:00pm–2:00pm
There are up to 6 hours of regular weekend coaching available, depending on your availability.
Practical Assessment
Our next practical coaching assessment will take place:
Sunday 6th September 2026
10:00am–11:00am
Buttershaw Business & Enterprise College Academy
Reevy Road West, Bradford BD6 3PX
Successful applicants will have a short phone call with our team before being invited to the assessment. Places are limited, so early applications are encouraged.
What You'll Do
- Deliver fun, engaging football sessions for children aged 4–12.
- Demonstrate football skills and techniques clearly and confidently.
- Help players develop their technical ability, creativity and confidence.
- Create a positive and inclusive coaching environment.
- Communicate effectively with players, parents and fellow coaches.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain high coaching standards.
What We're Looking For
- Previous football coaching experience.
- FA Level 1 / Introduction to Coaching Football qualification preferred.
- Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one.
- Strong football ability and confidence demonstrating skills.
- Enthusiastic, reliable and confident working with children.
- Able to commit to regular weekend coaching.
Why Join Samba Soccer Schools?
- Regular weekend coaching hours.
- Ready-to-use weekly session plans.
- Free access to our online coaching platform.
- Support from an experienced franchise owner.
- Ongoing coaching development.
- Opportunities for additional hours as the programme grows.
Based closer to Leeds? We also have coaching opportunities available across our Leeds locations.
Apply Now
Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange a short call to discuss your experience and availability and, if suitable, book you onto our practical assessment.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring programme
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you consistently available on Saturdays from 2:00pm–4:00pm during term time?
- Are you available to attend an in-person practical assessment on Sunday 6th September at 10:00am in Bradford?
- Are you consistently available on Sundays from 9:00am–11:00am and/or 12:00pm–2:00pm during term time?
Experience:
- Football coaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- FA Level 1 / Introduction to Coaching Football Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
