14 player development lead jobs found

The Club Secretary is the Club’s senior football governance and compliance lead. Reporting to the CEO, the role ensures full adherence to FA and Women’s Super League regulations, oversees player registration and contract administration, and maintains audit-ready compliance systems. As the primary interface with league and regulatory bodies, this role safeguards the Club’s competitive eligibility and supports Tier 1 promotion readiness within a lean and scaling organisation. Key Responsibilities Player Registration & Contract Administration • Manage all player registrations, transfers, loans and deregistrations through FA and league systems. • Maintain oversight of trialist registrations, and all associated regulatory requirements in line with FA and league rules. • Monitor squad composition and eligibility, including homegrown status, loan limits, and competition registration deadlines. • Manage international transfers through the FIFA Transfer...

Reading FC Community Trust is recruiting for the role of Casual GK Coach- Centres 24-25. Job purpose Reading FC Community Trust are currently recruiting a Goalkeeper Coach to deliver football within our Development & Advance centres in Berkshire.  We are looking for reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic coaches that can lead as an individual or part of a team. The candidate should have experience working with Goalkeepers from U8s - U16s age bracket and a background in Football Coaching and have knowledge of planning of high-quality sessions that will develop & stretch the boys who are in the centres. This is an excellent role that requires a lot of energy, drive, and passion to deliver the highest standard with the opportunity to progress within Football. To follow the Trust’s Safeguarding and EDI policies and procedures, with the welfare of Children, young people and vulnerable adults being of paramount importance. To uphold the Trust’s...

Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager Birmingham City Football Club (Academy) Permanent | Full-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre ​ Birmingham City Football Club is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking  Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager  to lead the Academy’s loan and transition pathway strategy. This is a critical role within the Academy structure, responsible for ensuring players are prepared, challenged and supported as they progress through key stages of their development. The role will oversee the full loan process, from planning and placement to monitoring and review, while also leading the transition strategy for players exiting the programme. Working closely with the Academy Technical Director and multidisciplinary staff, you will play an important part in shaping player pathways and ensuring every player has the opportunity to develop in the right environment....

About The Role Cheltenham Town F.C. is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Academy as a  Foundation Phase Cell Lead Coach , working with players in the Under 9 – Under 12 age groups, including pre-academy. With Key Responsibilities for Under 11 - Under 12 Cell. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the technical, tactical and holistic development of players within the Foundation Phase, ensuring delivery of the Club’s coaching curriculum in line with our playing and coaching philosophy. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering high-quality training sessions aligned to individual learning plans (ILPs) Supporting the development of players across technical, physical, psychological and social areas Leading and supporting a team of coaches within the phase Delivering a varied and competitive games programme that maximises playing time...

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...

Stoke City Football Club is seeking an innovative and driven individual to play a vital role in the ongoing evolution of our Academy. This position is designed for someone with a genuine passion for enhancing our Academy curriculum, refining our game model and advancing our player development philosophy. As the Lead Professional Development Phase Coach, you will be instrumental in leading and coordinating the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), ensuring that we adopt a holistic approach to player development. You will act as a coaching leader and mentor to our staff, fostering an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement and shared success. The ideal candidate will be committed to staying at the forefront of coaching and player development trends. You will be expected to integrate evidence based practices into our programmes, ensuring that our methodologies are grounded in the latest research and developments in the field. Main Responsibilities Leading all...

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...

About The Role   Academy Sports Therapist / Physiotherapist / Rehabilitator  Responsible to:  Academy Senior Physiotherapist Build Relationships with Internal: Technical Development Lead, Assistant Academy Director, Academy Head of Coaching, Lead Phase Coaches, Lead Goalkeeping Coach, Coaches (Part Time), Heads of department, Player Care Manager External: Premier League & Football League, FA, Universities/colleges, FAYCD, and PFA.   Salary:  Hourly rate for clinic / Banded pay for fixtures Location:  Swindon Town FC, The County Ground, County Road, Swindon, SN1 2ED Working Pattern and Work base This is a causal paid role which will involve being present at training sessions and fixtures on a Sunday (home/away) New College, New College Dr, Swindon SN3 1AH Kingsdown School, Hyde Rd, Swindon SN2 7SH Beversbrook Sports Facility, Calne SN11 9FL Royal...

About The Role   Job Title:  Foundation Development Phase Coach (Casual) Department:  Academy Location:  Dimensions / Alsager / Norton / Keele / Roe Lane Reports to:  Head of Coaching / Youth Phase Lead Coach ROLE SUMMARY To coach and develop players primarily within the Foundation Phase (U8–U11), supporting their long-term development and progression along the player pathway. The role contributes to preparing young players for the highest levels of professional football by delivering a high-quality coaching programme aligned with the Club’s philosophy and performance plan. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Work collaboratively with the Lead Foundation Phase Coach to support the development of players aged 8–11. Contribute to and deliver a comprehensive player development programme that maximises opportunities for young players to reach their full potential, in line with the...

We are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager who is comfortable leading from the front and actively involved in the day to day running of the business operations.  This role requires someone who can manage team members and roll up their sleeves to support operational tasks and lead on compliance. ​ The Role As Operations Manager you will be hands on overseeing maintenance, security, matchday event operations inclusive of pitches and ensuring a safe and high-quality experience for all visitors to the stadium. As part of this role you will lead on compliance ensuring operations are in accordance with legal regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. You will drive and develop compliance programs, monitoring regulatory changes and minimise legal and regulatory risks. ​ As Operations Manager you will need to ensure all operational activities align with club policies and league regulations with specific line management responsibility for IT,...

Job purpose To follow the Trust’s Safeguarding and EDI policies and procedures, with the welfare of Children, young people and vulnerable adults being of paramount importance. To uphold the Trust’s Sustainability Policy and make every effort to make good sustainable choices (outlined in the policy). Reading FC Community Trust are seeking to recruit a Premier League Inclusion Coach, who will deliver across our Kicks, Disability and women’s & girls provision. The successful candidate will report directly to the Premier League Kicks Project Lead. Premier League Kicks delivers diversionary and positive activities on behalf of the Premier League Charitable Fund. Working across area’s and groups of deprivation and need across three key strands of disability, inclusion and female football. The candidate will need to have knowledge, experience and understanding of representing a large organisation, being aware of all aspects that RFC CT...

Coventry City Football Club is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation with a proud heritage and a clear vision for the future. We are growing both on and off the pitch, investing in our people, our facilities, and our community. Joining us means being part of a progressive club where every role contributes to success, innovation is encouraged, and excellence is recognised. We offer the unique opportunity to work in a high-performance sporting environment while being part of a supportive, values-driven team that is shaping the next chapter of our journey. At Coventry City, you won’t just be working for a football club, you’ll be part of a movement. What We Can Offer At Coventry City Football Club, we know that success on the pitch comes from creating the right culture off it. That’s why we put people first. When you join us, you’ll become part of a supportive and close-knit team where collaboration and camaraderie are at the heart of everything...

About The Role Role Title:  Volunteer Teacher ( BTec level 1 OR GCSE English, Maths or Science) 6 hours a week max. Department:  Academy Reports to:  Head of Education       Key Internal Relationships:  Head of Education, Head of Player Care, Academy Head Coaches,  Academy Players & Staff Placement Description: The role of Volunteer Teacher involves working with our Hybrid Day Release students on a Tuesday afternoon (BTec 1 in Sports Studies) or Friday afternoon to support GCSE students with English, Maths and Science with either a Master Class or individual 1 to 1 support, depending on exam body. You will be required to undergo a Walsall FC Enhanced DBS check.   Key Tasks & Responsibilities: Preparation of material & delivery of hard copy BTec level 1 in Sports Studies OR GCSE English, Maths and Science material. Marking of hard copy work book,...