48 Academy jobs

The Assistant Academy Coach will be an important part of the Youth Academy at San Diego FC. The main goal at San Diego FC / Right to Dream Academy encompasses main areas of developing the student Athlete. In the word Student Athlete lies more than just working within the game of football. The work must mirror and support the Right to Dream mindset and philosophy.  This role is responsible for developing, fostering and managing human beings where school education and football education are tightly incorporated with each other and therefore must be seen and lived as a holistic journey for both coach and athlete.  You will unlock and improve human potential and impact each individual to its maximum working closely with the staff and build collaborative relationships between the peers of talent Developers, the Specific Coaches, the Head of Coaching and to ensure holistic athlete development and potential optimization. Summary:  Assistant Academy...

San Diego FC is searching for an energetic and passionate individual to be our Part-Time Academy Equipment Manager. This position will primarily focus on the daily operations of the Club’s Academy equipment needs, laundry duties, inventory management, organizing equipment, and assisting players and coaching staff with their equipment needs. This individual will be a self-starter, with a customer service mindset, driven to serve others within an elite sports & academic environment. RESPONSIBILITES: Create a distribution system for new equipment, uniforms and footwear.  Document and ensure that all equipment is properly labeled, embellished, organized, and stored for easy access by players and staff.  Coordinate with the Head Equipment Manager the inventory of all team equipment, including game kits, training gear, and other accessories. Distribute, collect and repack game kits for home and away matches. Responsible for laundry...

Right to Dream is a football community dedicated to nurturing young talents and creating opportunities for them to pursue their dreams on and off the pitch through a unique blend of football, education, and character development. It is built on the belief that talent can be found everywhere, but opportunity cannot. Founded in Ghana in 1999, it has grown into an international network of academies, professional clubs, and educational pathways that develop young people of character as well as great students and elite athletes. Our philosophy centers on purpose-driven performance, where we recruit for ability, but also values, resilience, and potential. Through high level coaching, schooling, and holistic development, players learn to lead on and off the pitch. Right to Dream now spans Ghana, Egypt, Denmark, and the United States. In San Diego, we are building a long-term, community-rooted environment where diverse talent can thrive and where personal growth is as important as...

Charlton Athletic Football Club is more than a workplace. It is a club with deep roots in Southeast London, built on community, resilience and ambition. Founded in 1905, Charlton has a proud history that includes an FA Cup triumph in 1947 and generations of supporters who see the club as part of their identity. From our historic home at The Valley to our high-performance training ground at Sparrows Lane, every role at Charlton contributes to something bigger than a job – helping deliver elite performance on the pitch and unforgettable experiences for supporters. We are proud to be a family club with ambition, where passionate and committed people can build meaningful careers in football. ​ “Working at Charlton means you’re part of something bigger than yourself. On a matchday you feel the energy of the supporters and know the work you do matters.” Simon Lenagan –  Group Sporting Director ​ Job...

Cambridge United are hiring an U15 Academy Lead Coach... The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Under 15s age group, driving the individual development of players and fostering a high-performance environment that challenges, supports and inspires them to succeed both on and off the pitch. Key Job Outcomes: To ensure the long-term individual development needs of the players are integrated into sessions To plan, do and review coaching sessions in the U1 5’s age group To upload sessions and fixtures are updated on the Kitman Labs To liaise closely with the Youth Development Phase Lead and other supporting staff To plan and deliver training sessions in line with EPPP criteria, club policy and which fulfils the criteria set out in the Academy coaching and playing philosophy To help assist in the monitoring of players in training and in match performances To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role...

Job Title:                     Academy Coach (Casual), Schoolboy Provision Reports to:                  Academy Head of Coaching Location:                      Bloomfield Road, Blackpool Hours:                          Casual, to meet the needs of the Academy Salary:                          Competitive, depending on experience.   Who we are:   Blackpool Football Club is an English Professional Association Football Club based in the seaside town of Blackpool, Lancashire.   The Club was founded in 1887 and has a very storied history, from being a founding member of the Lancashire League in 1889, rising to the Top-Flight of the Football League (the old First Division) in 1930, to winning the FA Cup in 1953 and being promoted to the Premier League in 2010 (becoming the first Club to gain promotion from every division of the Football League via the play-off system).   The team are competing in League One, the third tier...

About The Role   Join us and play a key role in developing the next generation of players in a high-performance setting!   Burton Albion FC is looking for committed and skilled Casual Sports Therapists to join our Academy setup. Reporting to the Academy Head of Performance Support, you will deliver pitch-side medical care, injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation, while supporting player performance within a professional, multi-disciplinary environment. The role requires experience in football, strong communication skills and the ability to work flexibly across training sessions, fixtures and tournaments. Applicants must hold a relevant Physiotherapy qualification, HCPC registration and FA trauma qualifications (or be working towards them). An Enhanced DBS is required. About The Candidate Qualifications/Experience/Knowledge...

Job title: Academy Sports Science & Nutrition Intern (Voluntary) Location: Bristol Rovers Football Club, the Memorial Stadium Hours: TBC hours per week (flexibility and occasional additional or unsocial hours are a requisite of the role) Responsible to: Head of Academy Athletic Development Team: Academy Athletic Development Job Purpose: Bristol Rovers are seeking hardworking, forward-thinking undergraduate or postgraduate students to join Academy Sports Science/Strength & Conditioning & Nutrition department for the 2026/27 season. This placement provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within an academy environment, supporting the physical development of players across the Foundation Phase (FP) and Youth Development Phase (YDP) & Professional Development Phase (PDP). The role will involve assisting in both gym-based and pitch-based delivery, alongside supporting monitoring, testing, and long-term athlete development processes. Working closely...

Job title: Academy Sports Science Intern (Voluntary) Location: Bristol Rovers Football Club, the Memorial Stadium Hours: TBC hours per week (flexibility and occasional additional or unsocial hours are a requisite of the role) Responsible to: Head of Academy Athletic Development Team: Academy Athletic Development Job Purpose: Bristol Rovers are seeking hardworking, forward-thinking undergraduate or postgraduate students to join the Academy Sports Science & Strength & Conditioning department for the 2026/27 season. This placement provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within an academy environment, supporting the physical development of players across the Foundation Phase (FP) and Youth Development Phase (YDP) & Professional Development Phase (PDP). The role will involve assisting in both gym-based and pitch-based delivery, alongside supporting monitoring, testing, and long-term athlete development processes. Working closely with the Head of...

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Academy coaching team as Academy Goalkeeping Coach U9-U16 on a casual basis.  The main purpose of this role is to coach Academy players and prepare sessions with a Whole player development approach in mind.   About The Role   Here at West Bromwich Albion Football Club we have an exciting opportunity to join our Academy coaching team as Academy Goalkeeping Coach U9-U16 on a casual basis.  The main purpose of this role is to coach Academy players and prepare sessions with a Whole player development approach in mind. About The Candidate Person Specification Essential Criteria  To hold an UEFA B Outfield, UEFA B Goalkeeping Highly organised and methodical approach to workload Confidential and diplomatic Excellent communication skills both written and verbally Full driving license...

Job Title: Pre-Academy Head Coach Responsible to: Daniel Mlinar (Head of Academy Coaching) and Lead Phase Coach (Ben Bennett) Salary: £13.00 per hour (7 hours per week pro rata) Location: Well Hall Training Ground, Kidbrooke Lane, Eltham, SE9 6TE & The Lions Centre, John Beryson Way, SE16 3LN Hours of work: Monday & Friday Evenings (5.00-7.00pm) and Saturday Fixtures About us: Established in 1885, Millwall Football Club is one of the most famous football clubs in England. Currently competing in the EFL Championship, they play their home games at The Den, which is based in South Bermondsey, and has been the home of the Club since 1994   Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Pre-Academy Head Coach to join Millwall Football Academy. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of the Pre-Academy technical programme, working with our youngest players to identify & enhance strong technical,...

Full job description Role Overview Fleetwood Town Football Club is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the Academy as an Academy Analysis & Operations Intern. This role has been funded by the PFA and EFL's Off-Pitch Pathway Scheme (OPPS), an initiative helping former players and scholars move into meaningful long-term careers away from the pitch. Administered by League Football Education, the OPPS programme is funding nine 12-month placements across EFL clubs which offer PFA members workplace experience across a range of professional departments within football clubs. The internship will be split across each department (Analysis and Operations) for a six-month period. You will be part of a forward-thinking Academy with a strong track record of developing players who progress through the football pyramid and regularly feature in the First Team. The role is based at the Club’s £10 million Poolfoot Farm training...

Job title: Lead Academy Goalkeeper Coach U9-U16 Department: Academy Coaching Based at: Blackburn Rovers Academy, Brockhall Village, Old Langho, Blackburn, BB6 8BA. However, flexibility regarding location is required. Reports to: Senior Academy Goalkeeping Coach Responsible for: N/A Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week plus any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This may include evening and weekend work. Contractual status: Permanent 1. Job purpose: To lead and deliver the Academy Goalkeeping Programme for Pre Academy to U16 in alignment with the Academy Performance Plan, ensuring a clear development pathway and transition through the phases. The role will support the holistic development of goalkeepers through high-quality coaching, performance analysis, and individual learning plans. 2. Key responsibilities: • To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all staff and elite players, promoting their...

About the Coaching Team:  Our Coaching Team are passionate about developing talent at all levels, from our youngest Academy members to the first team. Our holistic coaching philosophy emphasises technical skills, tactical awareness, mental resilience, and sportsmanship.   We prioritise open communication with players and their families, providing regular updates on training progress and development opportunities. Join us in elevating the standard of coaching at Sunderland AFC, where every player is encouraged to grow, excel, and love the game!  The Opportunity:  Play a key role in shaping the Academy’s football pathway by supporting the development of individual players, groups, and teams through tailored personal development plans. You will design, deliver, and evaluate engaging coaching sessions aligned with the Academy’s philosophy and long-term development framework, with a strong focus on individual player growth. Working...

About the Coaching Team:  Our Coaching Team are passionate about developing talent at all levels, from our youngest Academy members to the first team. Our holistic coaching philosophy emphasises technical skills, tactical awareness, mental resilience, and sportsmanship.   We prioritise open communication with players and their families, providing regular updates on training progress and development opportunities. Join us in elevating the standard of coaching at Sunderland AFC, where every player is encouraged to grow, excel, and love the game!  The Opportunity:  The Head of Academy and U21 Goalkeeping Coach is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and driving the club’s goalkeeping vision across the Academy and U21 programme. This individual will lead the strategic development of goalkeepers and goalkeeping coaches, creating a clear pathway that supports player progression from youth football to the professional game....

Salary:  Please state your expectations within your application Contract:  Full Time, 10 hours a week Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Department:  Academy Recruitment Reporting to:  Head of PDP and Emerging Talent Recruitment Closing Date For Applications:  25th June 2026 About the Role: We are currently recruiting for 2 Academy National Scouts - London. Our ‘national’ scouts will focus on the identification and reporting of young talent, from a specific region / country, who can either enter our pathway at key entry points - as scholars, as young professionals in our U18’s, or as emerging talents with strong first team potential in our B Team. In addition, our National Academy Scouts will be asked to support the Player Pathways Manager with the monitoring and feedback sessions of our loan players. The Perks of the Job: Opportunity to access tickets for...

Salary:  Please state your expectations within your application Contract:  Full Time, 42 hours a week Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Department:  Academy Operations Reporting to:  Academy Operations Manager Closing Date For Applications:  24th June 2026 About the Role: To administer all academy registrations including trialists and lead on the planning and delivery of the Academy Schoolboys Games Programme. The Perks of the Job: Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground. Employee Assistance Programme. Access to high street and gym discounts. Discount within our Club shop. Free on-site parking. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Operations Lead on the co-ordination and organisation of the Academy Schoolboys Games Programme (U9s to U15s), including correspondence with opposition clubs, the Premier...

Academy Regional Scout – Midlands Permanent Part Time Midlands Competitive Salary Be part of something bigger. Turn potential into performance - helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. We are the heartbeat of the city. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. This is a great opportunity to develop, learn and make a real contribution in a fast-paced and exciting environment. About the role Identify and assess high quality players from around the UK who have the capability to sign for the Academy. Develop strong relationships with the appropriate regional Lead and contribute to a target driven approach to identifying and assessing young talent. What you’ll do *         Identify players from...

Academy International Scout – Germany Competitive Salary Contractor status Turn potential into performance — helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. We are the heartbeat of the city. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. About the role The Academy International Scout – Germany will act as an ambassador for the Club within the assigned territory, leading on the identification and assessment of high‑potential academy players. Working closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership, the role supports evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term academy strategy and EPPP requirements. What you’ll do *         Identify and assess high‑potential academy players within...

Location:   Manchester, GB Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Permanent   Based in Manchester, this permanent full-time role supports the delivery of bespoke performance analysis for goalkeeping coaches and players across the Manchester City Academy. Working closely with coaches and players, you will turn performance data and video into meaningful insights that enhance learning, inform development decisions and contribute to a world-leading player development environment.   Who We Are   Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven by the moments and memories shared with millions of Fans around the world. City is known for its bravery, its determination to the very end and...