Football Coach - Lower Primary School Development

The International School of Lausanne (ISL) is a leading not-for-profit, International Baccalaureate (IB) World School set in the French speaking part of Switzerland. Our school is committed to excellence in education. We strive to recognise the unique potential of each student, and to equip them to play an active and responsible role in a complex, multicultural world. The school employs approximately 250 members of staff on its campus where we welcome approximately 850 students from over 60 nationalities, from 3 to 18 years of age.

Football Coach - Lower Primary School Development

From September 2026 to end June 2027

For our After-School Activities Programme, we are seeking a dynamic and qualified Football Coach to join the ISL Football coaching team with students aged 6 to 10 years old.

The sessions will take place after school 15:45 – 16:45. Number of days and hours to be confirmed with the right candidate.

The Football Coach will be responsible for designing and delivering all training sessions with appropriate levels of rigour and physicality, in line with ISL values.

The coach will provide a fun, positive, and inclusive environment for primary-aged students, with a focus on participation, confidence-building, skill development, and enjoyment of the game.

Desired profile:

• A recognised in Football coaching is preferable
• Experienced in teaching primary aged (6 to 10 years old) students essential
• An understanding of holistic based coaching strategies is preferable
• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate sessions which stimulate and motivate students
• Strong interpersonal skills and intercultural awareness
• Adaptability, flexibility and dynamism
• Fluent in English (spoken and written); any other language is an asset

Interested?

To apply, please submit the following documents on JobUp:

• Your updated CV
• A cover letter
• Copy of professional qualification(s)
• Copy of Swiss work permit or Swiss ID
• Copy of work certificates / reference letters (if any)

Due to the nature of this specific position, preference will be given to candidates having a Swiss citizenship or holding a Swiss work permit.

Closing date: 7 June 2026 - Please note that we reserve the right to select a candidate before the deadline, so we encourage early applications.

We care for children

The International School of Lausanne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all of our staff to share this commitment. A complete reference check and criminal records check will be conducted on all successful applicants.

We value diversity

At ISL, all members of our community contribute to creating an environment where diversity is valued. Each individual is committed to ensuring everyone has a strong sense of belonging and feels respected. ISL is committed to being an inclusive employer that values diversity. Find out more about our values here .