Colchester United FC

Job Description Performance Analyst – Internship 2026/2027 Contract Type – Work Placement – Ideal for Undergraduate Students / Placement Year Students / Masters Students / Those looking to gain experience in professional football. Start Date – July 2026 End Date – May 2027 Hours- Part-time (25-28 Hours Per Week) Salary – Unpaid Internship Colchester United has student internships available across the First Team for the 2026/2027 season. This specific role will be to assist the analysis process across the First Team. Those invited to interview will be asked to complete a small task to demonstrate their analysis skills and football understanding. The ideal candidate must: – Demonstrate good knowledge and tactical understanding of the game – Be proficient using Mac iOS & Windows products (Keynote, PowerPoint, Excel, etc) – Be working towards completing an undergraduate/postgraduate degree in sports...

Job Description First Team Goalkeeping Analyst (Intern – Volunteer) Colchester United are looking for a Goalkeeping Insights Analyst to support the First Team on an interim basis. This is an opportunity to work within a senior professional environment, contributing directly to goalkeeper preparation and performance through video and data analysis.   Role responsibilities: • Deliver pre-match analysis to support preparation • Provide post-match reviews identifying key moments and performance outcomes • Support individual goalkeeper analysis with clear, actionable feedback • Assist with training analysis (filming, clipping, feedback) • Produce concise reports that impact performance and decision-making   We are looking for: • tactical understanding of the game • Ability to translate analysis into clear, actionable insights • Experience using Hudl, Wyscout, or similar platforms...

Job Description Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, providing high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week, alongside managing the Shrub End Community & Sports Centre 7 days a week!   If you are a student, coach or teacher looking for evening work alongside any other work commitments, with experience and/or passion for sport and developing people then this is an opportunity for you!   CUCF are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, and committed Premier League Kicks coaches with high standards and a strong work ethic. Positions are on a sessional basis with a commitment to fixed hours each week.   This role within our community team will include the evening delivery of Premier League Kicks sessions, planning session content and delivering...

Job Description Colchester United Community Foundation (CUCF) is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, providing high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week, alongside managing the Shrub End Community & Sports Centre 7 days a week!   CUCF are looking to appoint a professional, dedicated, and creative  Media & Impact Officer  on a full-time or reduced hours basis to join our organisation.   This position is a key appointment within the charity. You will require tenacity and the creativity to overcome obstacles and challenges, while having a part to play in the success and positive impact our work has on colleagues, participants, their families, and our communities. You will be required to be a leader in your role, whilst possessing strong organisational, creative and communications skills.  ...

Job Description Colchester united Community Foundation is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, we provide high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week.   CUCF are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, and committed  Head of Education  with high standards and strong work ethic on a full-time basis.   This role within our Community Team will include liaising and developing partnerships with existing and new partner Schools, alongside supporting the delivery of curricular and extracurricular activities within schools.   As we look to strengthen our team, you will require tenacity and the creativity to overcome obstacles and challenges alongside demonstrating creativity to engage and impact pupils and staff within local schools, along with providing pathways to CUCF community activities within...

Job Description Colchester united Community Foundation is the official charity of Colchester United Football Club, we provide high quality Participation, Health & Inclusion, and Education Programmes to 10,000 children, young people, and adults from across the region each week.   CUCF are looking to appoint enthusiastic, dedicated, and confident  PE & Sport Mentor Apprentices  on a  30 hour per week fixed term basis with the opportunity for overtime , to join our teaching and learning team, delivering across all strands of the organisation (Education, Health & Inclusion and Participation).   This position is based out of The Shrub End Community & Sports Centre, Colchester, CO2 9BG and delivery within schools and community facilities across North Essex.

Job Description To develop and deliver high-quality education provision of BTEC National Sports & Performance Level 3. To take responsibility for maintaining and improving the education department, lesson planning, delivery and marking .  Assist in the departments delivery to all players and ensure the department works effectively towards departmental KPI’s.   Principal Accountabilities: Teaching Duties Produce a curriculum plan and unit content checklist for BTEC National Sports and Performance qualification. Produce detailed schemes of work and lesson plans for BTEC National Sports and Performance qualification. Teach the BTEC National Sports and Performance qualification to Academy Apprentices. Provide each Academy Apprentice with appropriate feedback on the outcome of assessments. Complete reviews of progress for Academy Apprentices. Complete attendance records for Academy Apprentices. Attend meetings specific to...

Job Purpose: The Head of Safeguarding is the Club’s Designated Safeguarding Officer and will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the safeguarding strategy across all levels of the club, ensuring the safety and welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults involved in club activities. This role will promote a culture of safeguarding throughout the club, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and football governing body regulations. Key Responsibilities: Safeguarding Strategy and Policy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures in line with EFL, FA, and statutory requirements. In conjunction with the Senior Safeguarding Manager, lead on the creation and delivery of a club-wide safeguarding strategy that promotes best practices, continuous improvement, and a culture of safety. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure the club meets all legal, regulatory, and...