WELCOME. SUPPORT. CONNECT.
Be the welcoming face of WMF and help create a brilliant experience for every family
WHAT IS A PARENT HOST?
A Parent Host is the welcoming face of a We Make Footballers academy. You're the first person families meet when they arrive, the go-to for questions, and the glue that holds the community together. It's a voluntary role that makes a huge difference.
Think of it as being the "host" of your child's soccer club. You help with check-ins, chat with parents, support the coaches with admin, and make sure every family — especially new ones — feels part of the WMF family.
It's perfect for parents who want to stay involved while their child trains, contribute to the local community, and enjoy benefits like free or discounted sessions. No experience needed — just a friendly smile and a willingness to help.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Welcome Families
Be the friendly first point of contact for parents and children arriving at sessions. Help new families feel at home.
Manage Registrations
Check in players, manage attendance registers, and help with on-the-day sign-ups and enquiries.
Parent Liaison
Answer parent questions, share session updates, and relay feedback between coaches and families.
Safety & Welfare
Help maintain a safe environment by monitoring the session area and ensuring children are collected by authorised adults.
Session Support
Help with equipment setup and pack-down, refreshments, and any other practical support the coaching team needs.
Community Building
Foster a welcoming community spirit. Organise parent socials, share news, and be an advocate for your local academy.
WHAT A TYPICAL SESSION LOOKS LIKE
Arrive & Prepare
Arrive 15 minutes before the session starts. Set up the registration area, prepare any paperwork, and put out welcome signage.
Welcome & Check In
Greet families as they arrive, tick off attendance, collect any payments, and introduce new families to the community.
Engage & Support
Chat with parents, answer questions, handle any enquiries about upcoming camps or events, and keep an eye on the session area.
Handover & Feedback
Ensure children are collected safely, relay any coach feedback to parents, and collect contact details from interested families.
Wrap Up
Help pack away, note any follow-ups needed, and share a quick summary with the academy coordinator.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
No experience needed — just enthusiasm and a friendly personality.
Essential
- Friendly, approachable personality
- Reliable and punctual
- Working with Children Check (we'll arrange this for you)
- Comfortable talking to parents and children
- Right to volunteer/work in the country of application
Desirable
- Parent of a current or former WMF player
- Experience in customer service or community roles
- First Aid qualification
- Knowledge of local community and schools
- Social media savvy for sharing academy updates
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Free or Subsidised Sessions
Many academies offer free or discounted training for your child's sessions as a thank-you for volunteering.
Minimal Time Commitment
Just 1–3 hours per week. Perfect for parents who want to be involved while their child trains.
Community & Friendships
Join a tight-knit community of parents and coaches. Many of our Parent Hosts become lifelong friends.
Be Part of Something Special
Watch your child (and others) grow, develop confidence, and fall in love with soccer — knowing you helped make it happen.
Flexible Commitment
Can't make a session? No problem. We work around your schedule and share hosting duties with others.
Priority Access
Get early access to holiday camps, events, and scouting opportunities for your child.
HEAR FROM THE COMMUNITY
"I started hosting because my son plays at WMF and I wanted to help out. Now I genuinely look forward to Saturday mornings — the parents are lovely and the coaches are brilliant. It doesn't feel like work at all."
Sarah K.
Parent Host, Isleworth · 1 year at WMF
"Being a Parent Host is the perfect way to stay involved. I get to know all the families, my daughter gets subsidised sessions, and I feel like I'm contributing to something really positive in the community."
David R.
Parent Host, Kingston · 2 years at WMF
COMMON QUESTIONS
We're always happy to hear from interested parents.
Tell us where you're based and we'll match you with your nearest academy.
Submit General Application