11 academy player development leadership jobs found

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...

About The Role   Our Head of Education plays a critical role in developing and supporting our players within the Academy.     We are currently seeking to recruit a qualified, experienced, and passionate educator to join our already successful team of staff.     The successful candidate will be required to plan and deliver lectures and educational sessions, observe PDP training sessions, attend weekend games (where applicable) and support individual players development whilst playing their part in the development and implementation of the club’s syllabus. 

Derby County are seeking to recruit a Lead U13 Coach to join the Coaching Department at Moor Farm Training Centre. Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development. The successful candidate will be responsible for acting as a full-time lead coach within the Youth Development phase, holding responsibility for the day-to-day organisation and delivery of an age-specific coaching and games programme that is focused on the long-term objective of...

Charlton Athletic Football Club is more than a workplace. It is a club with deep roots in Southeast London, built on community, resilience and ambition. Founded in 1905, Charlton has a proud history that includes an FA Cup triumph in 1947 and generations of supporters who see the club as part of their identity. From our historic home at The Valley to our high-performance training ground at Sparrows Lane, every role at Charlton contributes to something bigger than a job – helping deliver elite performance on the pitch and unforgettable experiences for supporters. We are proud to be a family club with ambition, where passionate and committed people can build meaningful careers in football. ​ “Working at Charlton means you’re part of something bigger than yourself. On a matchday you feel the energy of the supporters and know the work you do matters.” Simon Lenagan – Group Sporting Director ​ Job Details...

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.    ...

About The Role    The role requires successful applicants to be responsible for the provision of therapy and first aid services to the NTFC Academy on a casual basis.   Main duties include: - providing therapy services during evening training and weekends within the Academy for U9-U16 players. - Support with Medical screenings and physical testing of players. - Ensuring appropriate assessment and diagnosis of injuries sustained by U9-U16 players within the Academy. - Ensuring appropriate therapeutic interventions for players with injuries and prevention of injury strategies are implemented within the Academy. - Ensuring that appropriate and comprehensive medical notes are completed and uploaded onto Kitman Labs in accordance with the appropriate timeframe - To attend games at home or away as required and provide immediate attention to any injuries sustained.   Successful applicants will be required to comply...

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...

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...

Full job description Job Reference: 00000279-1 Date Posted: 2 October 2026 Recruiter: Colchester Academy Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: £19,000 to £20,000 Sector: Community & Sport Job Type: Permanent Work Hours: Part Time   Job Description   Colchester United Football Club is looking for a dynamic and driven Lead Academy Strength & Conditioning Coach to join our Academy Sports Science department. The successful candidate will support the physical development of Academy players from U9 through to U21 , delivering appropriate strength and conditioning, athletic development and monitoring as part of the Academy’s Sports Science and Medicine/Performance Support Programme. Athletic Development & Strength and Conditioning Support the delivery of the Academy Athletic Development Plan across U9-U21. Deliver age-appropriate strength and conditioning programmes across the...

About The Role Summary : Assist the academy sports science & medicine department in making sure all the department needs are met as outlined in the Academy Performance Plan (APP) Implement the academy sports science programme that focuses on the athletic development of all Academy aged players (U9-U18), including individual athletic developments of the youth team. Lead the academy sports science & Medicine department in performing testing for all academy age groups (U9-U18) Assist in the day-to-day maintenance of the U18s, and assist / lead match day preparations where required. Job responsibilities: Report daily to academy manager and wider team and contribute to the football department meetings Assist with the monitoring of the wellbeing and workload of the professional development Phase (U18) alongside academy manager and head of medical. Take the lead in planningand the implementation of the athletic development programmes for...