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ISP Soccer Coach Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Soccer Coach is responsible for leading extracurricular soccer training and activities for students, fostering physical development, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. The role aims to develop students’ soccer skills while creating a safe, motivating, and inclusive environment that aligns with the school’s mission and values.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver age-appropriate soccer training sessions and practice drills.
• Teach fundamental and advanced soccer techniques, tactics, and game rules.
• Promote teamwork, respect, discipline, and fair play among players.
• Lead students in friendly matches, tournaments, and inter-school competitions.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during practices, games, and events.
• Track student progress and provide individualized feedback to encourage improvement.
• Collaborate with the Extracurricular Activities Coordinator and school staff to strengthen the program.
• Maintain soccer equipment and ensure proper use of sports facilities.
• Inspire motivation, resilience, and a positive attitude toward sports.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of soccer rules, strategies, and training techniques.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to connect with students across different ages and skill levels.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Leadership and motivational abilities to guide and inspire athletes.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Dedication to student growth, health, and well-being.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or related field (preferred).
• Soccer coaching certification (national or international, desirable).
• First Aid and CPR certification (preferred).

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles.

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.