22 academy player development leadership jobs found

Full job description Academy Football Coach Fundamental Football AcademyLocation: Barry / Vale of GlamorganJob Type: Part-time, paid position Fundamental Football Academy is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and reliable Academy Football Coach to join our growing coaching team. We are seeking someone who is committed to developing young players within a positive, professional and enjoyable football environment. The successful candidate will help deliver high-quality coaching sessions designed to improve players technically, tactically, physically and socially. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious coach who enjoys working with young players and wants to continue developing within football. Key Responsibilities ● Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate football coaching sessions. ● Develop players’ technical ability, game understanding and decision-making. ● Create a positive environment where players feel confident to learn,...

About The Role   Job Title U8 - U10 Age Group Coach Department Academy Reports To Academy Manager  Direct Reports Head of Coaching / Foundation Phase Lead Coach Key Contacts Internal:  Academy Players, Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Phase Lead Coach, Coaching Staff, Medical & Sports Science Teams, Academy Operations Manager External:  Parents/Guardians, Grassroots Clubs Budgetary Responsibilities None Location Newport Int Sports Village, Newport NP19 4RA  USW Sports Park, Treforest CF37 5UP Hours Two training sessions per week, plus match-day Job Purpose Newport County AFC Academy is seeking a part-time U8–U10 Age Group Coach to deliver its coaching syllabus...

NUW Academy Education Lead Permanent  Newcastle upon Tyne  Competitive Salary Closing Date: 21st October 2026 Be part of something bigger. Empowering young players to achieve excellence in education, football and life. 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, make an impact and contribute to a high-performance culture, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. We work as One Club, with excellence, integrity, accountability and relentless ambition shaping how we work together. Newcastle United Women are seeking an Academy Education Lead to play a vital role in supporting the academic, personal and holistic development of our Academy players. About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Women's Academy and help create an environment where players can...

Adhere to our Player Care purpose of supporting player development by building a positive and supportive environment for our players to develop as people. This individual must have Academy Player Care experience, as well as experience managing PGAAC Audit’s and staff.  The Academy has been driving towards excellence over the years and since achieving Category One, this is a really exciting time to join us, as we move on to the next stage, and continue to support the First Team.  Academy Values: Players First: every player valued. Every decision made with care. Togetherness: working as part of a wider team and willing to contribute beyond own interests.  Integrity: carrying out academy and club values in an open and honest manner.  Accountability: willing to take responsibility for actions, allowing for learning, growth and reflection.  Key Responsibilities  Player Care  Lead...

Ready to make an impact in youth soccer and player development? We are seeking an experienced Head Travel Coach to lead 2-3 competitive teams across various programs, including travel, recreational, and youth programs. In this role, you will be responsible for creating developmentally appropriate practice sessions and adhering to the SNK coaching curriculum. Collaboration with other coaches and team managers is key to ensure smooth program execution. As the Head Coach, you will regularly communicate with each team via email, conduct annual player evaluations, and play a pivotal role in the growth and development of young soccer players. We are looking for someone who is a strong communicator, team collaborator, and possesses leadership skills to inspire players towards excellence. If you are organized, solution-focused, and have a genuine enthusiasm for coaching, we would love to meet you and have you join our team.   Minimum of a US National D Soccer Coaching...

Preston North End are looking to appoint a confident, resilient and self-motivated coach for our academy. The ideal candidate must be in possession of a UEFA B Licence and a relevant FA Youth Award, and must be able to exhibit sufficient experience within a youth environment at a professional football club that encompasses knowledge from playing, coaching and management. Coaching sessions will take place on a Tuesday and a Friday evening, with match fixtures played on a Sunday.            

Job Description Pre-Academy and Blues Elite Lead   Location: Knighthead Performance Centre, Birmingham Department: Academy Recruitment Reports to: Head of Local Academy Player Recruitment   Join Birmingham City Football Club Birmingham City Football Club is entering an exciting new era, driven by ambition, innovation, and a commitment to developing world-class talent both on and off the pitch.   As we continue to strengthen our Academy pathway, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Pre-Academy and Blues Elite Lead to play a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing the next generation of Birmingham City players.   This is an outstanding opportunity to lead talent identification and recruitment activity within our Pre-Academy and Blues Elite programmes, helping shape the future of the Academy while creating exceptional experiences for young players and their families.    ...

POSITION SUMMARY The Academy Head of Performance will develop and implement strength and conditioning training for D.C. United’s academy teams in accordance with the academy’s curriculum, periodization, objectives, and values. They will work in conjunction with head coaches, goalkeeper coach, athletic trainer and other teams in the club to maximize the potential of each player, and the efficiency of each session. The Head of Performance will be required at team training sessions, matches, and tournaments, as directed by the Academy Director. They are also expected to test and monitor the player’s physical profiles to highlight areas of improvement/strength, to inform appropriate training prescription. Constant, specific and accurate feedback to players/coaching staff will be necessary as is the tracking of specific, trackable data points. The priority of the Academy Performance Coach will be to monitor and develop the academy players physical capabilities...

Job description We are seeking an experienced and passionate coach to join our Academy on a 12-hour per week fixed-term contract for the 2026/27 season. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and reviewing high quality coaching sessions in line with the Academy Performance Plan, supporting the individual development of Academy players against agreed goals. Working collaboratively within the Academy programme, they will also contribute to the ongoing development of the Academy Performance Plan and support the achievement and evolution of the Academy's technical objectives. Job responsibilities The Academy Individual Skills Coach (AISC) is employed to prepare, deliver and review coaching activities, with specific age groups, in line with the Academy’s Performance Plan.    There is a specific requirement for the AISC to support individual players across the Foundation Phase age groups by delivering on the agreed...

Be part of our journey... Location: London Assessment Centre Hours: As and when required Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Childs Barred List   What is the role? We’re looking for an Academy Scout to play a key role in identifying and assisting in the recruitment of talented U12-16 grassroots players in London for the Southampton FC Academy.   What will you be doing? Actively scout grassroots football, within and beyond the key catchment area for the club. Develop an effective network of clubs and associated organisations to assist in the talent identification process. Work closely with the London Lead Scout to identify, recruit and invite talented young footballers and people following the recruitment structure according to the needs of the academy. Ensure records of players identified and player data are kept, recorded and made available as needed by senior recruitment staff. Play a full part in the...

Job description As Lead Academy Performance Coach (U9-U16) you will be responsible for both the wider physical performance strategy in the FP and YDP and performance support for select YDP age-groups. This is both a coaching and leadership position that requires you to have combined experience as an applied practitioner and leading a team of performance coaches to implement physical performance strategies. Preferable, you will also have experience in both applied sport science and strength and conditioning in a youth development programme. The role will also work in collaboration with the HoP, Lead Academy Physiotherapist, Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach and Lead Academy Performance Coach (PDP), to identify innovative practice to develop the programme. Job Responsibilities • Assist HoP with the production, implementation, and monitoring of the Performance Department Plan in line with the Academy Performance Plan and EPPP requirements. ...

Summary: Reporting to the SDFC Head of Human Performance, with a dotted-line relationship to the SDFC EVP, Head of Academy, the Head of Academy Human Performance leads the delivery of the Right to Dream strategy, performance standards, and clinical governance across all aspects of Academy human performance, including medical care, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, sports science, nutrition, and mental performance. Operating within a fully funded, residential academy environment for student-athletes, this role is responsible for ensuring players are healthy, available, and physically prepared to meet the demands of the game, while prioritizing individual growth, maturation, and long-term wellbeing. The position requires extensive experience working within an integrated performance and medical program, with the ability to align multidisciplinary teams, establish consistent standards of care, and translate performance science into daily practice. As a key link...

Lead Academy Performance Scientist Contract Type: Permanent, full time Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Sheffield United Training Academy and various opposition clubs Line Manager: Academy Head of Elite Performance Salary: Dependent on experience Post Reference: AC1026-PLAPS   Sheffield United FC Academy are committed to being one of the best and innovative developers of talent in the country; to Out Run, Out Fight, Out Play the opposition. To contribute to this ambition, the Academy Elite Performance Team are looking to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable Performance Scientist to provide high-quality applied performance science support across the Academy, with a focus on the Professional Development Phase. Working within an integrated...

Exeter City Football Club is seeking dedicated Volunteer Academy Scouts to support the identification and assessment of emerging young talent across a range of regions. Specific scouting areas will be discussed during the interview process. ​ This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are committed to youth football and take great satisfaction in helping young players fulfil their potential. Working as part of our recruitment network, scouts will play an important role in supporting the club's player development pathway and future success. ​ As this is a voluntary position, applicants must be willing to undertake the role on an unpaid basis. Role Summary Reporting To and Key Liaison with Academy Leadership Team (ALT) Academy Management Team (AMT) ​ Head of Academy Recruitment Other Key relationships Advanced Development Centre (ADC) Managers JPL and Grassroots clubs Players, parents & carers ​Loan Club/clubs (where...

Contract Type: Permanent, full time Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Sheffield United Training Academy and various opposition clubs Line Manager: Academy Head of Elite Performance Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience Post Reference: AC1026-PPPC   Sheffield United FC Academy are committed to being one of the best and innovative developers of talent in the country; to Out Run, Out Fight, Out Play the opposition. To contribute to this ambition, the Elite Performance Team are looking to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable Physical Performance Coach who can optimise the physical development of the Academy's players. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering the return to play processes to the Academy's players...

Full job description Annual salary: Competitive Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, the Club has been shaped and guided by its aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. Alongside a Senior Men’s Team that has played more games in English football's top flight than any other, Everton Women have been a leading light in driving forward the professionalism of the women’s game. With roots that go back to the mid-1980s, Everton Women were formally established in 1995 and won the English league title just three seasons later. League runners-up five times in the following decade, the team also won two Women's FA Cups and a Women's League Cup before proudly becoming one of the eight founder members of the Women's Super League in 2011....

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES • To provide physiotherapy support across the Academy programme including injury assessment, gym and pitch -based rehabilitation, and matchday cover. • To provide hands -on treatments and evidence based gym protocols to ensure readiness for training and games. • To work a s part of the performance department to provide optimal transition from rehabilitation into the training group , as well as impacting the players individual development programmes to ensure robustness . • To demonstrate and deliver expert technical assessment and diagnostic skills ensuring individualised and relevant treatment plans are formulated and executed. • Ensur e detailed records of all actions are maintained in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures (i.e., medical notes) • Be compliant with all professio nal governance standards and participate in clinical audit and other quality assurance processe s in -line with HCPC...

Academy Physical Development Coach - Part-time Academy Physical Development Coach - Part-time (10 hours per week)     Birmingham City Football Club is on the rise.   With an incredible history dating back to 1875, Birmingham City Football Club is part of an exciting period of accelerated growth and modernisation and is playing its part in a once-in-a-generation opportunity to support the transformation of England’s second city as part of the Sports Quarter project.   With significant investment across our football, commercial, and community operations, we are rebuilding the Club for long-term success, on and off the pitch. The journey we’re on involves strengthening our structures, elevating our performance environments, growing our teams, and investing heavily in the people, processes and culture that will define the next chapter of Birmingham City FC.   We are looking for an Academy Schoolboy...

Job Description Lead Academy Physiotherapist   Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Location: Knighthead Performance Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL   Birmingham City Football Club is on the rise.   With an incredible history dating back to 1875, Birmingham City Football Club is entering an exciting period of accelerated growth and modernisation. The Club is playing a central role in a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help transform England's second city through the Sports Quarter project.   With significant investment across our football, commercial and community operations, we are rebuilding the Club for long-term success, both on and off the pitch. Our journey is focused on strengthening our structures, elevating our performance environments, growing our teams, and investing in the people, processes and culture that will define the next chapter of Birmingham City FC.  ...

Location:  Manchester, GB Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time Contract Type:  Permanent   Based at City Football Academy in Manchester, this permanent full-time role provides organised, reliable technical and administrative support to the Academy Director. You will help turn Academy priorities into well-prepared meetings, coordinated projects and clear follow-through across player development, recruitment, performance, staffing and Academy operations. It is an opportunity to contribute to the work that supports the development of future Manchester City players while working closely with colleagues across football and business functions.   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...