23 head of academy coaching jobs found

About The Role   The Purpose: Salford City FC’s Academy is entering an exciting period of growth. The Lead Academy Recruitment Officer will play a key role, working closely with the Academy Manager and 1 st  Team Head Of Recruitment to oversee player recruitment across all age groups from Under 9s to Under 18’s. The role will support the continual development of players and pathways throughout the Academy, with a strong focus on maximising individual potential and preparing players for a professional football career.   The Role: Oversee and deliver the Academy recruitment strategy (Foundation Phase to Professional Development Phase). Organise, manage and deliver the Club’s policies and procedures for recruiting Academy players. Recruit, manage and develop the Club’s scouting team, ensuring compliance with all qualification, registration and CPD requirements. Lead the local...

About The Role   Main Duties:   To manage effectively and efficiently the operation of the Academy recruitment strategy in collaboration with Academy staff, working closely with the Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Lead Phase Coaches and other key members of the MDT regarding the signing of potential players;  To work closely with all coaching staff in relation Talent ID; Have responsibility for the recruitment and training of the Club’s scouts ensuring that they comply with the requirements regarding qualifications and both internal and external CPD; Ensure that all players/parents who attend the Academy on a trial bases are communicated with effectively during the duration of the trial period; To work closely with the Academy Secretary, ensuring all relevant registration paperwork is completed in line with YD rules and regulations. Manage and co-ordinate Academy Recruitment supporting...

About the Role Hartlepool United FC Academy is seeking a dedicated U17s PDP Lead Coach & U16s Head Coach to work closely with our U17s Youth Team players and U16s Academy players. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering our coaching curriculum, helping with individual player development and assisting with daily academy tasks.   Summary of Main Duties • Plan and deliver structured coaching sessions to the academy players, mainly with U17s and U16s teams. • Effectively identify the players that can progress through the academy’s pathway. • Work closely with all academy and club staff to ensure all tasks are complete including admin and logistics. • Lead and manage the U17s fixtures and U16s fixtures.   Responsibilities & Key Duties – Coaching Plan, Deliver & Review highly structured coaching sessions...

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.     We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.      The Role:   Primarily responsible for leading and delivering the Academy’s Psychology provision, this role will oversee the Academy working group that manages complex performance and wellbeing cases, while coordinating and driving the Academy’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Action Plan to support holistic player development....

Job Title : Academy Coach - Professional Player to Coach Scheme (PPCS) Reports to : Assistant Head of Academy Football Development Location : Robert Rowan Performance Centre - Jersey Road Department : Academy Sub-department : Coaching Hours per week : 40 hrs per week     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 afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.   Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.   We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and...

Job Title:  Academy Performance Analyst Intern Department:  Academy Performance Analysis Reports to:  Academy Performance Analyst   Position Summary: In this internship, you will be working within the Academy Analysis Department. You can expect to learn and gain valuable experience in how performance analysis is utilized at the elite level. This internship is set to begin on or about February and conclude in December. The candidate for this role must be able to work up to 28 hours per week. The working week schedule is dictated by the 1 st  team fixtures this will include evening, weekend, and holidays.   What You’ll Do: Capture academy training sessions and code both live and post training Use the data captured in training to provide feedback to coaches and players Capture academy fixtures both home and away when required – utilizing both live and post-match Label academy fixtures generating...

COMPANY BACKGROUND   The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.   The Dynamo has a rich history of success, including MLS Cup titles in 2006 and 2007 and US Open Cup Championships (2018 and 2023.) The Dynamo is focused on building toward the next championship and inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach by creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.    JOB DESCRIPTION/SUMMARY As a head coach within the Academy (specific team TBC) of Houston Dynamo, you will play a pivotal role...

Position Summary: Atlanta United FC is seeking an Academy Fitness Coach responsible for on-field fitness, strength training, and load prescription and monitoring to progress players through the Development Pathway. This role blends Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles with evidence-based training methodologies to build resilient, well-rounded athletes. The Fitness Coach will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary performance, medical, and technical team to support player health, physical development, and football-specific fitness. The professional plays a crucial role in implementing our development and training philosophies throughout all on-field applications, as well as during matches, domestic travel, and off-season programming. We seek a creative mind who has the courage to innovate and try new ideas, and who wants to be a part of an integrated high-performance team. This position is based at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground...

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Academy Part-Time Goalkeeper Coach will be responsible for the U14 and U15 academy goalkeepers. The goalkeeper coach will be tasked with constructing and executing individualized goalkeeper sessions as well as assisting head coaches on the field where necessary. This person will work closely with the Academy Goalkeeper coach, as well as academy staff and must adhere to all club and league requirements. The ideal candidate must have previous experience in the role of goalkeeper both as a player and coach. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Be able to work roughly 20 hours per week, mainly afternoon sessions with our younger age groups- U14 and U15 boys. • Construct and execute individualized goalkeeper sessions geared towards our style of play and model • Assist with Head coach needs during a training session • Actively participate in player individualized meetings and communicate with academy goalkeepers • Availability to attend...

POSITION OVERVIEW The Athletic Development Coach will lead the Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) program for the Nashville SC Academy in alignment with the High Performance philosophy. This role works closely with High Performance staff across NSC and HCFC to design and implement team and individual programs, both in the gym and on the field, to optimize youth athlete development. The ideal candidate has coaching or strength & conditioning experience, formal education in exercise physiology or a related field, and expertise in load management for youth soccer. This position reports to the Director of High Performance and the Head of Athletic Development for the First Team, and collaborates with the Academy Director, Athletic Trainers, and performance staff to support a collaborative, high-performance environment. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of elite youth soccer players!   RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and...

ABOUT NASHVILLE SC: Nashville is America’s “It City” and one of the fastest-growing soccer hubs in the country. From hosting the CONCACAF Gold Cup to FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and the FIFA Club World Cup, Music City has quickly become a destination for some of the sport’s most prominent events. Nashville SC has the largest soccer-specific stadium in Major League Soccer and in 2025 made Tennessee state history by becoming its first professional sports team champion!  Position Summary: As an Assistant Coach within the Nashville Soccer Club Academy, you will play an important role in supporting the development of elite youth players across multiple age groups. Reporting to the Academy Director and working closely with the Head Coaches of assigned teams, you will assist in the delivery of high-quality training environments that align with the club’s culture, curriculum, and player development pathway. This role requires adaptability,...

WHO WE ARE  Awarded Major League Soccer’s 16th franchise in 2008, the Philadelphia Union officially took the pitch in 2010 and have been raising expectations ever since. Owned and operated by Union Sports & Entertainment, the Philadelphia Union call Subaru Park home—an 18,500-seat, world-class, soccer-specific stadium set along the Delaware River beneath the Commodore Barry Bridge, just 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia. The Union have established themselves as one of Major League Soccer’s most consistent and competitive clubs. The team reached the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final three times (2014, 2015, and 2018), made multiple MLS Cup Playoff appearances, and captured the  Supporters’ Shield in 2020 and again in 2025 , recognizing the club’s excellence and consistency across the regular season. The Union also hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021, were crowned  Eastern Conference Champions in 2022 , and advanced...

FC Midtjyllands akademi er blandt Skandinaviens førende talentudviklingsmiljøer og arbejder målrettet på at udvikle både spillere og medarbejdere. Klubben har en veletableret og professionel sundhedssektor, hvor vi arbejder struktureret, datadrevet og evidensbaseret for at understøtte spillernes udvikling, trivsel og præstation. Som fysioterapeut hos FC Midtjylland bliver du en del af et stærkt tværfagligt miljø, hvor sundhed, performance, nutrition, sport science, coaching og talentudvikling arbejder tæt sammen om at skabe de bedst mulige rammer for klubbens spillere. Brænder du for at arbejde med nogle af Danmarks største fodboldtalenter i et ambitiøst og trygt udviklingsmiljø, kan FC Midtjylland være det rette sted for dig. Stillingen Du indtræder i en fuldtidsrolle som fysioterapeut i FC Midtjyllands sundhedssektor med primært ansvar for akademiets...

Lincoln City Football Club Academy and Lincoln City Foundation are looking for enthusiastic, skilled football coaches to work on our Elite Development Pathway, working with our girls academy programme which consists of two weekly training sessions with a Saturday matchday in the Junior Premier League. The Elite Development Pathway girls academy look to support the technical, individual tactical, unit tactical, team tactical, physical, psychological and social development of girls U13-U16 who are perceived to have a high level of potential. The programme aims to support the development of girls through structured and engaging practices, while monitoring the girls to support the recommendation into the English FA at the right time for the child. Roles & Responsibilities: Training • Plan, deliver and review effective sessions to support the development of tactical understanding as an individual, unit and team in line with the tactical curriculum. • Plan in...

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.   JOB PURPOSE  Adhere to our Player Care purpose of supporting player development by building a positive and supportive environment for our players to develop as people.   Key Responsibilities Player Care    Lead the Player care department within the Academy Management Team (AMT), including writing the Academy Performance Plan, managing the Player Care KPI’s and leading on the Audit.  Lead the Academy’s holistic Player Care programme across all age groups, focusing on U15-Dev. Squad...

Academy Values:  Players First: holding individual player development as the main intention behind decisions made as a coach and wider professional.   Togetherness: working in a prosocial manner as part of a wider team – 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 in a manner which allows learning, growth and reflection.  Key Responsibilities The current post holder will strive to develop gold standard practice within the academy Performance & Medicine department at AFC Bournemouth, delivering the day-to-day physical development programme to our U18 squad. This will be achieved through the understanding and implementation of best practice strength and conditioning, and appropriate level of scientific support.       Departmental...

The Role We are looking for a number of  Academy Technical Coaches  on a  casual basis  for  Arsenal Women Football Club . The roles are responsible for delivering an effective coaching programme for players aged 7-16 years old in the Girls Youth Academy and will support the development of the players through innovative planning, delivery and management of training sessions and match days. 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 and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing...

About The Role   Stevenage FC, in partnership with the Premier League, is proud to support the Coach Inclusion & Diversity Scheme (CIDS) for the 2026/27 season. This exciting full-time opportunity is designed to support the development of the next generation of elite football coaches through a combination of academy coaching experience and an industry-leading development programme. The scheme is open to all applicants. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and mixed heritage backgrounds, and women, who remain underrepresented within professional football coaching pathways. The Opportunity The successful candidate will divide their time between: Working as an Academy Coach within the Stevenage FC Academy with opportunities to work across all phases of it programme Participating in the Premier League’s accredited Coach Development Programme   This role provides the...

Location: The County Ground with the abilities to travel to other training facilities    Reports to:  Academy Head of Education Fixed Term Contract: 9 hours per week Salary: Hourly Rate £20 per hour Overall purpose of the job Offer inspirational education opportunities that support high achievement in the classroom, empowering learners to pursue their aspirations, to push boundaries in a safe, enjoyable, and demanding environment. Additional Learning Support Tutors provide direct support of learning to individual learners, over and above that which is normally provided to support the apprentices achieve their educational goals alongside their athletic progress. Key tasks and responsibilities    Education Delivery Provide Additional Learning Support as agreed by the LFE Regional Officer, the BTEC Tutor and the Head of Education at the Club Ensure apprentices’ safety and...

Location: The County Ground with the abilities to travel to other training facilities    Reports to:  Academy Head of Education Fixed Term Contract: 12 hours per week ( Salary: Hourly Rate £30 per hour Overall purpose of the job Offer inspirational education opportunities that support high achievement in the classroom, whilst developing well-rounded individuals striving to be the best they can be. The role of the tutor is to work within scholarship programme with the education team delivering on our BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Sporting Excellence and Performance and our Hybrid day release programme for our GCSE learners. Post holder will work with internal and external (LFE) partner standards and procedures in line with their teaching, learning and assessment processes. You will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check to work at Swindon Town FC. Key tasks and responsibilities    Education...