Casual Football Coach - Perth, MCFC Football Education Australia

Based in Perth, Australia, this casual role gives you the chance to deliver engaging football education sessions for children across the Manchester City Perth Football Education Program. You will help create a positive, inclusive and development-focused environment where young players can enjoy the game, build confidence and learn through high-quality coaching.

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 the Manchester City Perth Football Education Program, we deliver football experiences that are welcoming, well-structured and enjoyable for children and families across Western Australia. Our coaches play an important part in bringing the Club's philosophy to life through sessions that support confidence, learning and a love of the game.

The Role

This role sits at the heart of the Perth program and is focused on delivering high-quality football education sessions for children in a way that feels inclusive, fun and purposeful. You will help young players develop their skills, enjoy their football and feel supported in an environment that reflects Manchester City's coaching values.

You will plan and deliver age-appropriate sessions aligned to the Manchester City coaching philosophy and curriculum, working across multiple venues in Perth as required. Day to day, you will keep sessions organised, safe and engaging, while also supporting player progress through simple reporting, reflection and feedback.

You will work closely with the Head Coach and wider programme team to maintain consistent standards and a positive experience for children, parents and carers. This role also involves communicating clearly with families, contributing to programme improvement and taking part in ongoing learning and development as the programme grows.

What You’ll Bring

⚽ A recognised coaching qualification, with a minimum UEFA C or AFC C Licence.

⚽ Experience coaching children or young players in a grassroots, community or football education setting.

⚽ Ability to plan and deliver inclusive, engaging sessions that support enjoyment, learning and confidence.

⚽ Clear and effective communication skills when working with children, parents, carers and colleagues.

⚽ Ability to work flexibly across afternoons, evenings and weekends, and to travel between Perth venues as required.

⚽ A valid Western Australian Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one, together with the ability to work exclusively for Manchester City in Western Australia and not with other football or coaching organisations while in this role.

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 part of our Perth Football Education Program, you will have the opportunity to coach within a global football environment that values player development, inclusion and quality delivery. You will be supported to bring the Manchester City coaching philosophy to life for children and families across Western Australia.

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. We encourage you to apply as soon as you can.

Please note that successful applicants will be expected to work exclusively for Manchester City in Western Australia and not provide coaching services for other football or coaching organisations while engaged in this role.

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.

All CFG recruitment communications originate from @cityfootball.com email addresses. If you receive communications from Gmail, Outlook.com or other personal email services claiming to represent CFG, please verify with the hiring team. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in Australia.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all Perth-based CFG roles will be subject to any relevant safeguarding or working-with-children checks required for the job role and responsibilities.