27 academy head of recruitment jobs found

Head of Academy Recruitment Permanent Competitive Salary Closing Date: 10th April 2026 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 Head of Academy Recruitment will lead the Club’s Academy recruitment activity across the UK, focusing on identifying and securing high‑potential players up to U18 level. Working closely with the Academy Recruitment Director and wider Academy leadership team, the role will drive consistent, evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term football strategy. You will lead and develop the Academy Recruitment team, build strong relationships across the Academy, and ensure all...

Job Title:                     Head of Academy Goalkeeping   Reports to:                   First Team Goalkeeping Coach  Location:                     Training Ground – Jersey Road                       Department:                 On Field Sub-department:         Academy   The Club   Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not...

Department:  Football Division – Boys Academy Medical and Sport Science Department Hours of Work:  Full-time (working patterns aligned to the demands of elite football, including matchdays and travel where required) Contract Type:  Permanent Salary:  Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience Location:  Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:   Sunday 19 April 2026 1.   The Department Our Boys Academy is a Premier League Category One environment, built on delivering consistent, high-performance support across every stage of the player pathway. Operating at the intersection of development and elite performance, our Sport Science and Medicine Department plays a critical role in preparing players for the demands of First Team football. Working closely with the Loans and Emerging Talent and First Team multi-disciplinary team’s, we ensure players progress with the robustness,...

SwitchedOn Education in partnership with Southampton International Academy   This International Academy Partnership with Southampton FC in Santa Clarita California represents a new era in youth development here in the US — where the discipline of elite soccer meets the power of personalized primary and secondary education. Built on the legendary foundation of Southampton FC’s world-renowned Academy, known for developing international stars and model professionals, this program brings The Saints Way to California. Our mission is to nurture not just exceptional athletes, but exceptional people — cultivating confidence, leadership, and character both on and off the field. Switched On Education, a global leader in primary and secondary education with a presence in 60 schools in the UK, South Africa and now the USA. This is a full-time role within a school academy environment, which includes evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required...

Job Title : KWFC Girls Academy Coaches (Volunteers) Reporting to : Women’s Football Development Manager  Kilmarnock Women’s Football Club is seeking enthusiastic and committed Volunteer Coaches to support the delivery of its Girls Academy SFA NextGen Programme. Working under the guidance of the Women’s Football Development Manager, the successful candidates will play an important role in the development of young players within a positive, high-performance and player-centred environment aligned with the Club’s coaching philosophy. 1. Training • Implementation of Women's & Girls Academy coaching philosophy • Facilitation of all squad training sessions • Ensure access to specialist coaching as required 2. Matches • Prepare squad for participation in matches every weekend • Select a team to play the match • Coach team throughout the match • Facilitation of match day requirements including kit...

Job Description Job Purpose To lead the coaching provision for U15s-U16s academy age group. To maximise the development within this phase and help manage the transition to U18s football. Report to Academy Manager & Head of Coaching Roles and Responsibilities Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s coaching programme outlined in the club’s Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s Games Programme Help create an “Extras Culture” for the players to maximise their available development time Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme’s potential to develop the U15s - U16s players Oversee 6 Weekly plans and reviews on player development, setting performance targets and creating specific individual development plans for each player Oversee daily and weekly plans and reviews aligned to the individual development plans Show positive IMPACT on the academy through...

The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is an American professional soccer club that competes in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998 as one of the League’s first expansion franchises. The Fire have won six major domestic titles, including the 1998 MLS Cup; the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups; as well as the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield.   The Club recently announced plans to build a $650M+ privately financed downtown stadium in Chicago in 2028. The stadium will anchor Chicago’s newest neighborhood, the 78, a 62-acre development and entertainment district located along the Chicago River just south of Roosevelt Road. For more information on our bold plans, visit  DearChicago.com . Additionally, the Club recently opened the state-of-the-art $100M Endeavor Health Performance Center in March...

The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is Chicago’s premier professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998, becoming the first and only expansion team in North American sports to win a title in its first year of existence. Beside MLS Cup 1998, the Fire have won five other major domestic titles, including the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups, and the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield.   The Club’s Football Operations department is guided by one vision: to build a world-class club that inspires greatness, helps unite Chicago, and wins championships. To that end, Owner and Chairman Joe Mansueto named former U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter as Director of Football and Head Coach ahead of the 2025 regular season, leading the Fire to the postseason for...

About The Role Job Title: Casual Academy Coach (Foundation Phase/Youth Development Phase)   Reporting to: Academy Manager/Head of Coaching/Lead Phase Coach   Location: Morecambe Football Club Academy   Key responsibilities   Main tasks - Deliver the academy’s coaching curriculum including adapting activities aligned with Club’s coaching and playing philosophies - Work within the coaches’ competency framework and participate in CPD training programmes - Liaise with Lead Phase coaches within the coaching and Games programme supporting transition from age-to-age groups and phases - Implement the policies and practices highlighted in the Academy Performance Plan (APP)to ensure that the all aspects meet with desired outcomes - Comply with the Football League rules in delivering training models and Games Programme in line with EPPP rules and regulations - Support...

Description  JOB TITLE: Player Care Coordinator — Men's Academy LOCATION: Cobham Training Ground CONTRACT: Full Time — Fixed Term Contract (l2months)  The Opportunity We are seeking an empathetic and experienced individual to join the Academy Player Care Team as Player Care Coordinator — Pastoral Support (Maternity Cover), this role will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team within the Academy. Your main responsibility will be coordinating the delivery of Player Care and Pastoral Support for the U9 - U14 age groups, whilst also supporting work with the wider Academy age groups, when required. Responsibilities include supporting a robust, holistic support programme, communication with parents, and supporting the player downtime programme. This is a frontline role with a focus on promoting and developing best practice around player welfare and will require the flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet the...

Tempo Football Academy Full-time | 40 hours | €34,000–€37,000  Tempo Football Academy delivers a full-time Football & Education TY Programme and an elite Junior Academy across multiple counties. We are now hiring a high-standards, organised and ambitious Head of Academy to lead our Limerick region. This is a full-time coaching and leadership role within a growing academy structure. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality daily coaching on our full-time TY Football & Education programme (Mon–Fri, 9–3). Lead Junior Academy training for elite players (Wed & Fri, 4–6). Build competitive squads in all age groups and manage the full games programme , ensuring strong organisation and preparation. Implement and uphold a clear Tempo playing style and training curriculum . Lead regular coach CPD sessions and support development of assistant coaches. Carry out club visits to strengthen relationships and support player...

Academy International Scout – Scandinavia 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 – Scandinavia 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...

About the role The Academy International Scout – Holland 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 the assigned territory *         Produce high‑quality scouting reports in line with Club methodology *         Work closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership on target recommendations *         Attend matches and tournaments to ensure effective player coverage...

About the role The Academy International Scout – France 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 the assigned territory *         Produce high‑quality scouting reports in line with Club methodology *         Work closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership on target recommendations *         Attend matches and tournaments to ensure effective player coverage...

Role:  Academy London Recruitment Manager Hours : Full time, to include evenings and weekends Location:  London area with occasional travel to the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing Contract Type:  Permanent Deadline Day:  16 th  April 2026   Start date : To start from 1 st  July 2026 (pending completion of safer recruitment checks)   Interview dates : Online interview w/c 20th April 2026, followed by an in-person interview w/c 27th April 2026 and w/c 4th May 2026.    About Brighton & Hove Albion FC We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact. Scouting out footballing stars across London In this role you will be responsible for identifying and...

Department:  Academy Performance Analysis Department Hours of Work:  Part-Time – 25 hours per week (flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required for this post) Contract Type:  Fixed Term until 30 June 2027 Salary:  £17,485 per annum Location:  Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:  Sunday 19 April 2026 1.   The Department Aston Villa Football Club are seeking a forward thinking and proactive Intern to join our open minded, progressive Academy Performance Analysis Department on a fixed term, paid placement alongside studying for a MSc degree. The Academy Performance Analysis Department are responsible for the analysis provision for Players ranging from U9 – U21. The Department works collaboratively with Coaching staff to provide and deliver high quality analysis content through a variety of different methods to support the Academy Technical and Tactical programme. The Academy...

The Role We are looking for  Academy Coaches  to be based from our exciting new development centre in Northern Ireland – due to launch later this year.  Our Academy has for many years been a world leader in its field and is a constantly growing department within our club. In this exciting position, you will oversee and deliver the training and games programmes for the Under 12 - Under 16 age groups at our Academy and assist with recruitment from the Northern Ireland region.  You will be required to lead sessions 1 night a week.   Who we are We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history,  here . Beyond that, we are passionate about our  local community  and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture...

REPORTS TO: Age Group Lead Cell Coach LOCATION: Robins High Performance Centre, BS8 3TN CONTRACT TYPE: Part-Time (12 hours per week) Overview: We are looking for a committed, exceptional person to join us as a Foundation Phase Academy Coach within our team: Key Responsibilities Responsible for planning and delivering coaching sessions that follow the club philosophy and deliver the coaching curriculum programme for your respective age. Responsible for your age group on match day, including to plan, observe and provide feedback regarding individual player performance. To evaluate players from coaching sessions and matches and ensure that the relevant information is recorded fully on The Kitman Labs Intelligence Platform. Ensuring that Players’ welfare and safeguarding is always protected. Contributing to the talent identification process where appropriate. Undertaking administrative tasks related to the role, including fixture programming, record keeping...

About Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) is a competitive youth male and female academy operating within a structured technical framework focused on long-term player development. As part of Glen Shields Soccer Club and aligned with Juventus Academy methodology, we prioritize disciplined coaching, professional standards, and consistent development processes across all age groups. Our player pathway includes: • Pre-Academy (U4–U9) • Junior J League • Competitive Academy Teams (U8–U21) • Post-Secondary & Professional Position Overview GSJ is seeking one to two qualified Academy Coaches to support our growing competitive program. Successful candidates will work within a defined technical structure and be responsible for delivering high-quality, development-focused sessions while maintaining professional standards on and off the field.   Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver structured...