U13 Academy Lead Coach

Job Title

U13 Academy Lead Coach

Department

Academy

Reports to

Head of Coach and Player Development

Location

Academy Training Ground (s)

Salary

£17 per hour

Hours

10 hours per week, including evenings and weekend

Role Summary

To lead an academy age group and support the individual development of players in the U13’s age group and create a challenging and supportive environment that gives players the best opportunity 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 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, do and review coaching sessions in theU13’s age group

·        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

·        To help support 6-week player reviews and participate in parent and player meetings

·        To work alongside the Head of Coaching to develop your coaching and personal professional development

·        To work with players in the Youth Development Phase Lead on a regular basis and assist in facilitating sessions and games in this phase

·        To attend coaching meetings to support your continuous professional development.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

Required

Desirable

UEFA B

P

Introduction to First Aid qualification

P

FA Youth Award

P

FA Safeguarding children workshop

P

Experience of working in an academy environment

P

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Takes responsibility for ensuring high quality of work

P

A genuine team player who will support and motivate other members of the team

P

Is willing to go above and beyond

P

Hardworking, Honest and Humble

P

Excellent Organisational Skills and attention to details

P

Loyal and committed

P

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.

Application Closing Date

Monday 12th January 2026

Interview Date(s)

Monday 19th January 2026

Start Date

Monday 2nd February 2026

Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.

We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.

Vision

Creating Memories 

We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.

Driving Standards & Performance

We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.

Enhancing Lives

We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport. 

Values

We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.

Teamwork

We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.

Hard Work

We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.

Humility

We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.

Employability Statement

Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff.  We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

Safeguarding Statement

Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.

The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

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