Football Academy Lead Coach - Woodcreek Elite Sports Academy (WESA)

About the Role

Woodcreek School is seeking an experienced Football Academy Lead Coach to oversee a performance-driven programme for boys and girls aged U9–U15. You will build and lead a comprehensive academy that combines technical mastery, tactical understanding, strength & conditioning, and evidence-based athlete monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a structured football curriculum with age-appropriate skill benchmarks
• Lead weekly training sessions, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Monitor athlete performance using analytics, video review, and termly progression reports
• Prepare teams for regional tournaments, inter-school leagues, and national competitions
• Maintain a professional academy culture emphasising discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship
• Coordinate with tutors to ensure academic targets are met during competition periods
• Collaborate with physiotherapists, nutritionists, psychologists, and sports scientists for holistic athlete support
• Ensure safeguarding, injury prevention, and compliance standards are consistently met

Success Indicators (KPIs)

• Measurable skill improvement per term
• 90% of athletes meet academic performance targets
• Participation in ≥3 regional or national competitions per year
• High retention rates while attracting additional students in Year 1

Minimum Requirements

• CAF "B" License (minimum) – higher qualifications preferred
• Minimum 3 years' academy coaching experience in structured youth football programmes
• Proven experience developing athletes for competitive pathways
• Leadership, communication, and organisational excellence
• Flexibility for early morning, evening, and weekend sessions

Location

Nairobi, Kenya