15 academy jobs found in Burnley

About The Role   Responsible for the delivery of high-quality goalkeeping coaching in line with the Youth Development/ Foundation Phase curriculum to all goalkeepers within their designated phase.   Key Responsibilities and Duties: Deliver age specific Goalkeeping syllabus to players in their charge. Communicate effectively with all team members and reporting back to the Lead Academy Goalkeeping Coach and Phase Lead Coach. Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver excellent goalkeeping coaching. Attend CPD events and Academy meetings as required. Use the ‘PMA’ to complete reviews and assessments of training sessions, fixtures, player feedback, 6 weekly reports, half year reports, ILO’s and ILP’s. Attend Academy fixtures and travel with the Academy Squads (where applicable). Be responsible for match day kits and training equipment. Cooperate fully with...

About The Role   The Role:   We are looking to recruit a number of highly skilled and motivated casual therapists to join our category 3 academy. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for medical provision for the U9-16 squads on a casual basis. This is a very diverse role which will require excellent communication and organisational skills. In addition, they will work with the Senior Academy Physiotherapist to deliver with the academy injury clinic and match day programme.   Main Purpose   Provide medical support to all academy players under the direction of the Senior Academy Physiotherapist.   Responsibilities   Assist in line with the Club’s strategic objectives and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). Ensure that the necessary medical support services are present at Academy training sessions and games. Ensure that the management of injuries...

About The Role   Blackpool FC Academy are seeking coaches to attend 4:45pm - 6:00pm on Fridays at the Litherland Sports Park in north Liverpool. L217LA.   Roles and responsibilities: • Planning and delivering high quality, fun training sessions for U7 + U8. • Connecting and communicating effectively with young players to create a positive and creative environment. • Assessing and Feeding back on player performance at the end of a training session. • Aligning training sessions with Blackpool FC philosophy. • Identify High Potential individuals and improve them within sessions. • Ensure that all activities are compliant with the EPPP (Elite Player Performance Plan) regulations and safeguarding standards. • Follow best practices. • Additional duties as reasonably requested by Academy Lead Foundation Coach. • To...

About The Role   Summary of vacancy To provide an elite level of physiotherapy service to the Academy and assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist with the operational management of the Academy medical department at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy to schoolboy players while being expected to be pitch side for training and matches. The candidate will also be expected to upload and maintain medical records on the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) on a daily basis. Main Duties Lead the assessment, rehabilitation and pitch-side first aid of the academy age groups Provide line management to the U9-16 therapists and also assist in duties with the U18 and U21 squads where necessary. Assist, and where necessary lead, in department management duties such as; maintaining up to date audit documentation, ensuring compliance...

About The Role We are looking for candidates with an interest in performance analysis to join the academy team.  This is a fixed term contract from 6th July 2026 to 9th May 2027. You will assist the performance analysis department to deliver high quality footage to facilitate player development. You will contribute to the development of players through a video feedback process. You will be required to work on weekends covering matches at the academy training ground. And a number of U18 & academy training sessions. What will you be doing? Set up and film matches / training Process & Upload matches to Hudl platforms. Provide tactical and technical feedback to coaches. Provide tactical and technical feedback to coaches. About The Candidate Is this you? Essential Experience: A good level of football knowledge and Analysis experience. A good understanding of the elite sporting environment. Experience using...

About The Role   Assistant PDP Coach to support the delivery of the Professional Development Phase programme, helping to maximise player development and prepare players for first-team football. The role assists the Lead PDP Coach in designing and delivering high-quality training sessions, contributing to the multi-disciplinary development plans, and supporting player progression in line with the club’s playing philosophy and the requirements of the EPPP. About The Candidate Qualifications & Experience  UEFA A Licence.  FA Safeguarding Children Certificate. Valid FA Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF). Experience coaching within an academy or elite youth football environment. Strong understanding of the Professional Development Phase and EPPP requirements.

About The Role   The Purpose:  Salford City FC requires a number of physiotherapists/sports therapists to join our Academy Medical Department, covering weekend fixtures and various evening training sessions on an ad hoc basis. Each successful applicant will be required to provide pitch-side emergency care across a variety of age groups within the Academy programme. This opportunity is perfect for Chartered Physiotherapists / Graduate Sport Therapists seeking to gain experience in football.    The Role:  Responsible for providing emergency first aid and treatment to Academy age group teams at training sessions / fixtures.  Provide injury rehabilitation training for players in preparation for return to play.  ...

About The Role Salford City FC Academy is seeking caring, responsible and supportive host families to provide a safe and nurturing home environment for our 16–18 year old academy scholars. Host families play a vital role in supporting the personal development, wellbeing and educational success of our young players. Key Responsibilities Provide a safe, clean and comfortable bedroom for the scholar. Provide nutritious meals (breakfast and evening meal as a minimum). Offer a supportive and welcoming family environment. Support scholars with daily routines, including travel planning and time management. Encourage positive behaviours, wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices. Communicate regularly with academy staff regarding welfare or safeguarding concerns. Comply with all safeguarding, health and safety and academy policies. Facilitate a quiet space suitable for study and rest. About The Candidate...

Wigan Athletic are on the lookout for a host family to take care of the next generation from the Kingdom Wigan Athletic Academy Organisation: Wigan Athletic Academy Location: Local Area / Within Reasonable Distance of Training Ground, Academy, Robin Park and Stadium Role Type: Host Family (Academy Player Accommodation) Players Hosted: U18 Scholars, U21 Players and Young Professional Footballers Payment: Competitive nightly allowance per player Wigan Athletic Academy is seeking caring, responsible and supportive host families to provide a safe, stable and nurturing home environment for academy players who live away from their family homes. Host families play a vital role in supporting the personal development, well-being, education and professional progression of young players during an important stage of their lives and careers. The role involves welcoming academy players into your home and providing a safe, structured and supportive environment that...

Full job description Introducing Stockport County Women Football Founded in 1989 as part of Stockport County Ladies F.C., the women’s team has proudly represented the local community for more than three decades. From its formative years, through reintegration with Stockport County F.C. in the 2000/01 season, to promotion-winning campaigns and steady progression through the women’s football pyramid, the programme has consistently demonstrated resilience, ambition, and a deep-rooted commitment to growth. From the 2026/27 season, Stockport County F.C. will formally assume full ownership of the team, rebranding it as Stockport County Women — a significant and progressive step in the continued evolution of the women’s game within the Club. This transition represents the first phase of a clear commitment to professionalisation, fully aligning the women’s programme with the structure, standards, and long-term strategy of Stockport...

Job Description Stockport county FC are seeking host families who can provide accommodation for Academy players aged 16-18 years. Our ideal host family provision will be able to offer young players a stable, safe and comfortable family environment. Young players like all young people require support to ensure good mental health and wellbeing, for elite youth footballers this is also imperative to their performance on the pitch. At Stockport County FC we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment for player growth and development. We want our players to fulfil their potential as people and players. Requirements: - You will be located within a 5-mile radius of our training facility (M31 1AE). - You should offer good quality accommodation, including a private bedroom for the player with the relevant amenities. - Other requirements are the provision of healthy nutritious meals, access to laundry, and wifi. - Full and part time accommodation will be required...

Location:  Poolfoot Farm Contract Type:  Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary:  Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications Annual Leave:  20 days (including bank holidays) Working Pattern:  Flexible, including evenings and weekends About the Role Fleetwood Town Football Club is seeking an experienced and driven  U21 Lead Coach  to lead the delivery of coaching within the Professional Development Phase (PDP). The successful candidate will take a primary role with the U21s while supporting the wider PDP programme, ensuring the development of players within a team structure and contributing to a clear pathway towards first-team football. Reporting to Academy Manager and Head of Coaching Key Responsibilities Lead the development of players within the Professional Development Phase, ensuring individual progression is prioritised Plan, deliver, and review age-specific coaching...

Location:  Poolfoot Farm Contract Type:  Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary:  Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications Annual Leave:  20 days (including bank holidays) Working Pattern:  Flexible, including evenings and weekends About the Role Fleetwood Town Football Club is seeking an experienced and motivated U18 Lead Coach to lead the delivery of coaching within the U18 age group. The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for the U18s while supporting the wider Professional Development Phase, playing a key role in developing players within a team structure and contributing to the pathway from Academy to professional football. Reporting to Academy Manager and Head of Coaching Key Responsibilities Lead the development of players within the U18 age group, ensuring individual progression is prioritised Plan, deliver, and review age-specific coaching sessions aligned...

About The Role   At Barnsley FC, we’re committed to giving our young players the very best chance to succeed—both on and off the pitch. As part of that commitment, we’re looking for caring, reliable host families to provide a safe and supportive home environment for our Academy players aged 15–21.  These young footballers need to have a comfortable place to stay away from home whilst they pursue their ambition of becoming professional players. A host family offers them far more than a room—it's a home from home, a friendly face, and a stable environment. What Does Hosting Involve? As a Host Accommodation Provider, you’ll play a meaningful role in a young player’s wellbeing and daily life. You will: • Provide a furnished room, meals, and a welcoming environment within a 5 mile radius of Oakwell Stadium.  • Support players living away from home—helping them...

Wigan Athletic Community Trust is recruiting for a Football and Education Tutor to join its Post 16 team and help deliver its BTEC provision. Salary:  £26,000 - £28,000 Length of contract:  Full time – Fixed Term till 31st August 2027 Wigan Athletic Community Trust is seeking a passionate and dedicated Football and Education Tutor to join its ambitious Post 16 team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a thriving programme, supporting young people to succeed both academically and through football. The successful candidate will take responsibility for one cohort of learners throughout their full BTEC journey, delivering high-quality teaching, support and guidance across the academic year. You will plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons as part of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Sport, helping learners achieve their full potential and progress into higher education, apprenticeships or...