The Head Coach – Skills Group is responsible for leading training sessions for a specific year group within the VPFC Skills Section. This role focuses on developing core football skills in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment, ensuring all players build confidence and enjoy playing the game.
Key Responsibilities
⚽ Plan & Deliver Sessions
- Design engaging and age-appropriate training sessions to help players develop core football skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning).
- Lead Saturday morning sessions in line with the club’s ethos of fun, inclusivity, and development.
- Adapt sessions to cater for different abilities within the group.
👥 Manage the Coaching Team
- Guide and support Assistant Coaches, helping them grow in confidence and ability.
- Ensure all coaches work towards a positive, supportive atmosphere for players.
- Foster good communication with parents, ensuring they feel involved in their child’s development.
🏆 Encourage Skill Progression & Enjoyment
- Provide a structured but relaxed environment where children feel comfortable learning and playing.
- Ensure every child gets equal opportunities to participate in all drills and matches.
- Encourage fair play, respect, and teamwork in line with VPFC’s values.
🔄 Coordinate Winter Training Arrangements
- Help manage the transition to winter training at Harpenden Rugby Club.
- Ensure players are aware of footwear requirements and session times.
Desirable Experience or Qualifications
✅ No formal coaching qualifications required—VPFC will fund relevant courses.
✅ Previous experience coaching or working with children is a plus.
✅ Enthusiasm for football and a commitment to helping children enjoy the game.
✅ Strong communication and leadership skills.
💡 FA Coaching Support
VPFC supports all new coaches in completing the FA Introduction to Coaching Football course, as well as FA Safeguarding Children and First Aid training. All coaching roles require a DBS criminal records check before starting.
Time Commitment
🕒 Saturday morning training: 1.5 hours (9:30-11:00 AM).
📝 Session planning & coordination: 30 minutes per week (flexible).
Interested in Getting Involved?
Join us in shaping the next generation of young footballers! If you’d like to volunteer as a Head Coach – Skills Group, email us:
📧 victoriaplayingfieldsfc@gmail.com