Job Description
ROLE PURPOSE
The Head of Football Development oversees all Football Development Department operations at Boston United FC up to Under 19 level, including the Academy, Elite teams, and all participation and grassroots programmes (male and female). The role covers recruitment, training, selection, coaching and leadership of the Boston United U19 Team(s) as part of the Community Foundation's Post-16 Education Programme, and liaises with the Under 23 Coach and First Team management to support football pathways within the club.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Shape the long-term Football Development strategy for the club, working alongside the Football Development Manager and Community Manager
- Lead, mentor and inspire a talented coaching team, including our Women's Manager, Player Recruitment Officers, Football Development Manager and Lead Goalkeeping Coach
- Take personal charge of our U19 programme — delivering coaching, running player review meetings, and preparing young players for what's next
- Run Talent ID and Trial Days that bring the best emerging talent through our door
- Champion player welfare as Lead Safeguarding Officer for the department
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- UEFA B qualified, with valid FA First Aid, Safeguarding and Player Welfare certificates
- A track record of coaching football and building a winning playing philosophy
- A natural leader — someone coaches want to work for, and players and parents trust
- Bags of energy, organisation and genuine ambition for what Boston United can become
TO APPLY AND FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION :
https://www.bostonunitedcf.co.uk/careers-with-us/head-of-football-development
Deadline for applications: 12 noon Friday 17th July 2026
Boston United Community Foundation is committed to safeguarding children and young people and is an equal opportunities employer, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and two satisfactory references.
We welcome applications from everyone, so if you’re looking for a rewarding career that will help you reach your full potential apply online today.
Boston United Community Foundation is one of the top sports community coaching programmes in the Lincolnshire area, delivering safe and affordable sports and activities planned to bring together all members of the community, regardless of their circumstances.
We are passionate about what we do, which is to deliver a diverse range of sports, activities and initiatives throughout Lincolnshire. Every month, we engage with thousands of children and adults, giving them the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports and projects.