Save over £25,000 by earning your degree in the USA!

Our BSc (Hons) degree is an unbelievable opportunity for undergraduates to complete work placements, achieve UEFA certifications, and save £!

UK International Soccer has teamed up with the University of S. Wales to create a unique degree.

The BSc (Hons) Football Coaching Development and Administration is aimed at students who want to work in a vibrant and dynamic environment. This course provides an opportunity to gain industry-recognized coaching awards (UEFA) while studying all aspects of football coaching, football development, and sports management skills.

The course is a learning in the workplace degree programme, with placements in the USA. The academic content is taught through online learning and residential teaching weeks.

Earn your Masters Degree in the USA and save £’s

Students earn money while on a placement in the USA, plus receive free accommodation and transportation!

The MA Leadership in Sport course provides a focus on leadership development to aid current and future leaders in the sports industry. The nature of the sports industry is rapidly changing and there is a far greater need than ever before for sports development officers and sports coordinators to have core business and management skills which can help them to become the future leaders within the sector.

The course is learning in the workplace degree programme, with placements in the USA. The academic content is taught through online learning and residential teaching weeks.

Looking for a short term contract? 

Coaching on our Camp Counsellor program is a great opportunity to live in the USA as a local and experience life as they do as part of this cultural exchange program.

Working in the USA is a fantastic way to gain international coaching experience and advance your skillset in a reality-based and dynamic environment.

Overseas employment is your chance to dip your toes into the water and gauge what opportunities could be available further down the line if you were interested in one of our longer-term coaching opportunities.

Camp Counsellor Contracts:

– May to August
– June or July to September

Recruiting 20 Coaches Now!

We are currently recruiting 20 Coaches to work with us in 2022 for a period of 8-10 months. We are a Youth Soccer Provider with the majority of our staff working with U5 – U19 on grassroots level soccer programmes. We do have some advanced and elite programmes that more experienced coaches may get the opportunity to work on however the majority of work is recreational level.

JOB ROLE: Soccer Coach
LOCATION: USA – nationwide, coaches cannot choose their location.
SALARY: Starting salary between $15 – $18 per hour dependent on coaching qualification.
BENEFITS: Accommodation and transport around The USA provided.
CONTRACT DATES: Spring, Summer, and Fall of 2022. (Starting date between February and April of 2022. Completion date in October or November of 2022.)

Essential Qualities/Requirements:

To qualify for the Post-Graduate Gap Year Internship in 2022 candidates must possess the following essential qualities and requirements:

• The candidate must be 19 years of age or older.
• The applicant MUST have graduated from a College or University Course equivalent to a Level 4 in 2021.
• The applicant must be available from, at least, the 1st March 2022 until the 31st October 2022 to work in The USA.
• The applicant must be in possession of an FA Level 1 Football Coaching Certificate or the equivalent qualification as delivered by another National Football Governing Body.
• The applicant must have an abundance of football coaching experience with players between the age of 5 – 14 years old.
• The applicant must possess a clean Criminal Background Check.
• The applicant must have a professional approach to their work both on and off the soccer field and be prepared to be an ambassador for the organisation within local soccer communities.
• Applicants must approach all of their coaching sessions with enthusiasm and energy.
• Applicants must have the ability to correspond with customers by writing coherent emails and be capable of completing certain administrative tasks including, but not limited to, session plans, end-of-season reports, match observations, and player analysis.

The following qualities are not essential to work for UK International Soccer but they are desirable:

• Posses the FA Level 2 Coaching Certificate or equivalent qualification as delivered by a National Football Governing Body.
• Be over the age of 21 and hold a full clean and valid driving license.
• To have experience working with young people in a variety of sports or other educational settings.
• To hold other areas of Footballing Expertise e.g Futsal qualifications, Goalkeeping Specialisms, etc.

Roles and Responsibilities of the post:

Each programme across The USA is different but regardless of location or final programme placement every Coach will be expected to:

• Prepare, plan and deliver high-level soccer coaching sessions at all times.
• Deliver Age Appropriate Training Sessions within the context of the UKIS Coaching Curriculum.
• Act as a Company Ambassador within all local communities and family housing.
• Provide suitable support for coaches and clubs including coach support, guidance, session plans, and access to further coaching sessions.
• Carry out the duties of a UKIS Coach with professionalism and integrity showing respect to all UKIS Colleagues, Management, and Customers.

For more information on this contract including pay scales, transport, and accommodation logistics please watch this short 20-minute webinar: CLICK HERE

Looking for part-time work?

We are currently recruiting US-based coaches to work in our programs across the country!

We are recruiting US Based Coaches who are looking to improve their coaching careers in the youth soccer industry of their local surrounding areas.

Coaching sessions vary based on location and program type. 

This info will be more specifically discussed during the interview process.

Coaches enjoy the following benefits:

• $18-$25 per hour depending on experience

• Business mileage reimbursement

• Apparel & coaching equipment provided

• Certification opportunities

• Work within your local area

• Year-round coaching opportunities

• Opportunity for continual personal development (CPD)

• Pathway to a full-time position

Interested in a career with us?

We have full-time members of staff in the areas of sales, administration, recruitment, IT, finance and marketing.

Only a few positions become available each year, so we are always interested to know what other qualifications and experience our staff has beyond coaching.

If you are interested in opportunities to work full time with UKIS then please advise our recruitment team during your interview or our head office while in the USA.

Please note: full-time positions are subject to immigration requirements.

Different programs for different seasons

We provide a wide variety of soccer programs and camps for all ages and abilities.

Summer camps

A typical summer camp runs from Monday to Friday for 3 hours (half-day camp) to 6 hours (full-day camp) per day, plus a 2-hour clinic on a Thursday evening. Coaches stay in the local community for a week and then are assigned to a different camp location in another town, city, or state the following week. The summer camp season runs through June, July, and August.

Training programs

Our training programs take place during the spring and autumn. Our coaches are typically based in one location and work with one or more organizations to provide coaching to individual players, teams, and volunteer coaches.

Accommodation & Transportation

Accommodation and transportation will be provided once in the USA*. Our coaches typically live with host families and enjoy experiencing the American culture and way of life. In some locations, coaches may share rented apartments. If UKIS can not find you a host family or a coach’s apartment then we will put you up in a Hotel or Motel for any work purposes.

Rental cars/transportation is provided to coaches and is usually shared between 3 or 4 coaches. Gas cards are also provided to cover all business miles.

*May not be applicable for US-based coaches

Wages

First-year coaches working camps in the spring and summer will receive $185 – $350 per week depending on qualifications and the number of hours worked. Wages increase for returning coaches based on qualifications and number of years with the company.

In the spring and autumn, first-year coaches will have a starting wage of between $15 – $25 per hour dependent on their soccer coaching qualifications. Wages increase for returning coaches based on qualifications and number of years with the company.

International coaches outside the USA:

Successful applicants will be invited to interview for a position and undergo a practical coaching assessment. Once these stages are completed, coaches will be issued a contract and assisted with the Visa application.

Stage 1:  Complete an online application form – APPLY NOW
Stage 2:  Take part in an initial interview
Stage 3:  Take part in a practical coaching assessment
Stage 4:  Accept contract and complete all required documentation
Stage 5:  Complete visa process for entering the USA if applicable
Stage 6:  Embark upon the ‘Best Possible Coaching Experience’

US-based coaches:

Successful applicants will be invited to interview for a position. Once these stages are completed, coaches will be issued a contract.

Stage 1: Complete an online application form – APPLY NOW
Stage 2: Provide all coaching qualifications and resume
Stage 3: Interview via Skype, phone, or in-person
Stage 4: Accept contract and complete all required documentation
Stage 5: Embark upon the ‘Best Possible Coaching Experience’

Additional questions? Contact our recruitment team:

International coaches – recruitment@uksoccer.com
US-based coaches – kate.desantis@uksoccer.com

UK International Soccer provides our coaching staff with all the equipment required for delivering a high standard training session.

On your arrival in the USA, you will be provided with a coaching bag containing, cones, domes, bibs, ball pump, whistle, clipboard, and pen. A bag of footballs will also be provided if required, but every child usually brings their own ball with them to the camp/program.

Coaches will also be provided with their coaching apparel which includes tops, shorts, socks, a sweatshirt, a cap, and where necessary tracksuits and raincoats. The only items we do not provide staff are footwear and a stopwatch.

As a UKIS coach, you will have access to our online coaching curriculum and receive a FREE subscription to ‘The Coaching Manual’, providing thousands of activities, games, and drills for every age group.