Casual Football Coach - Manchester City Football Education

Based at City Football Academy in Manchester, this casual role offers the chance to support Manchester City Football Education by delivering high-quality coaching sessions for players of diverse ages and abilities. You will help create a positive, organised and development-focused environment while building your experience with support from senior coaches.

Who We Are

Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and its strong connection to where we come from. With Mancunian roots and a global outlook, we are shaped by our Fans and driven by a long-term vision, from developing future talent to supporting the communities we call home. Together, we are creating the next chapter, the City way.

Within Manchester City Football Education, we create engaging coaching experiences that support player development and inspire a lifelong love of the game. Our coaching environment is built on high standards, positive relationships and continuous learning, with a shared focus on helping players enjoy quality sessions and progress with confidence.

The Role

In this casual coaching role, you will support the preparation, delivery and review of sessions aligned to the Manchester City coaching curriculum and methodology. You will work with players of different ages and abilities, helping to create an environment that is welcoming, professional and focused on development.

You will deliver sessions across weekends, evenings and school holidays, while receiving mentoring and training that supports your own growth as a coach. You will also contribute to quality assurance by maintaining high standards of delivery, communication and session preparation.

This is a role for those who enjoy working independently and as part of a wider coaching team, with a clear focus on positive player experiences, consistency and professional conduct. You will act as a positive role model and ambassador for Manchester City, helping to ensure players, parents and colleagues receive a high-quality experience at every session.

What You’ll Bring

⚽ Minimum UEFA C or equivalent coaching qualification
⚽ Experience coaching in education, community or club settings
⚽ A relevant higher education qualification, or equivalent professional experience
⚽ Commitment to ongoing CPD, including safeguarding awareness and DBS compliance
⚽ Clear and effective communication skills with players, parents, coaches and stakeholders
⚽ Proven ability to plan, deliver and review coaching sessions that support player development across age groups

Why Choose Us

Working at Manchester City means being supported to do your best, with the flexibility and encouragement to look after your wellbeing. We are committed to helping our people learn, grow and thrive in a culture built on collaboration, openness and hard work.

As a casual coach, you will also benefit from flexible working arrangements, ongoing mentoring and training, and the chance to build on your experience in a supportive coaching environment.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like it is for you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application via our careers site by Tuesday 4 August 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment on Saturday 8 August 2026, 8am-1pm, at City Football Academy, Manchester.

We work with a select group of agency partners and do not accept unsolicited applications. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be treated as a direct application.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. If you require reasonable adjustments or any support throughout the process, please contact hiring@cityfootball.com and we will be happy to help.

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Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK-based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.