Careers

Join the Football Focus DC Team

At Football Focus DC, we are passionate about developing players, building confidence, and creating a positive football environment for every athlete we work with. We are always looking for energetic, reliable, and knowledgeable individuals who want to make an impact on and off the field.

Whether you are an experienced coach, a former player, or someone who loves working with young athletes, we would love to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

Football Focus DC is more than a training program. We are a community built on growth, discipline, and opportunity. Our team members play an important role in helping athletes improve their skills, mindset, and love for the game.

When you join us, you become part of an organization that values:

  • Player development

  • Leadership and mentorship

  • Professionalism

  • Positive energy

  • Teamwork

  • Excellence on and off the field

Opportunities

We are often interested in connecting with candidates for roles such as:

Football Coaches
Lead individual and group training sessions while helping athletes improve technique, game awareness, and confidence.

Strength and Conditioning Trainers
Support athlete performance through speed, agility, conditioning, and injury-prevention focused programming.

Youth Program Staff
Help manage camps, clinics, and youth development sessions in a structured and encouraging environment.

Operations and Administrative Support
Assist with scheduling, communication, registration, and the day-to-day organization that keeps our programs running smoothly.

Content and Media Team
Capture training sessions, create social media content, and help tell the Football Focus DC story online.

Who We Look For

We are looking for individuals who are:

  • Passionate about football and athlete development

  • Dependable, punctual, and professional

  • Strong communicators

  • Comfortable working with youth athletes and families

  • Positive, motivated, and team-oriented

  • Committed to creating a safe and encouraging training environment

Previous coaching, playing, training, or sports program experience is a plus, depending on the role.

What You Can Expect

Working with Football Focus DC means having the opportunity to inspire athletes, grow your experience, and contribute to a mission-driven program. We are committed not only to developing our players, but also investing in our coaching team.
As part of our environment may have opportunities to:

  • Work in a dynamic sports environment

  • Build coaching and leadership experience

  • Connect with talented athletes and families

  • Be part of a growing football organization

  • Help shape the next generation of players

  • Access ongoing professional development, including opportunities to attend coaching courses and gain recognised qualifications

  • Continue learning through mentorship and hands-on experience within our programmes

Apply With Us

Interested in joining Football Focus DC?

Send your resume and a short introduction telling us about your background, experience, and the type of role you are interested in. If a current opening matches your skills, our team will be in touch.

Email: becky@footballfocusdc.co.uk
Subject Line: Careers Inquiry – Football Focus DC

Current Openings -

Lead Coach

Football Focus DC – Faringdon Development Centre

Overview

Football Focus DC is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and driven Lead Coach to deliver high-quality football training sessions and support the development of players across our programmes. This role is ideal for an experienced coach who is confident planning and leading sessions, inspiring players, and creating a positive learning environment.

As a Lead Coach, you will take responsibility for delivering engaging and structured training sessions, monitoring player progress, and representing the high standards of Football Focus DC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality individual and group training sessions

  • Lead training sessions that are engaging, challenging, and tailored to player needs

  • Create a positive, energetic, and disciplined learning environment

  • Monitor player development and provide constructive feedback to support improvement

  • Adapt session content to suit different ages, abilities, and learning styles

  • Ensure all sessions are delivered safely, professionally, and on schedule

  • Manage training equipment and session organisation before, during, and after training

  • Support and mentor Assistant Coaches where required

  • Build positive relationships with players, parents, and fellow coaches

  • Uphold the values and coaching philosophy of Football Focus DC at all times

Requirements

  • Strong passion for football coaching and player development

  • Confident leading and managing football training sessions independently

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Reliable, professional, and highly organised

  • Ability to work with youth players of varying ages and abilities

  • Positive attitude and commitment to continuous development

Desirable (not essential):

  • Previous coaching experience within grassroots, academy, or development environments

  • FA and/or UEFA Coaching Qualifications (or working towards them)

  • First Aid and Safeguarding certification

  • Experience mentoring or supporting other coaches

What You’ll Gain

  • Opportunity to lead and shape player development within a growing football programme

  • Ongoing support and mentorship from experienced coaches

  • Access to coaching courses and recognised qualifications

  • Opportunities to work across half-term camps, development centres, and additional programmes

Availability

  • Thursday evening at St Hughs School

  • Flexible hours depending on training schedules and programmes

Apply

To apply, send your CV and a short introduction outlining your coaching experience and interest in the role.

Email:becky@footballfocusdc.co.uk

Subject: Lead Coach Application (Faringdon) – Football Focus DC