32 youth academy coach jobs found

JOB PURPOSE To have clear responsibility for implementing the Academy coaching programme and developing players technically, tactically, physically and psycho-socially at Luton Town Football Club.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Plan, prepare and deliver coaching sessions in tandem with the Club philosophy and coaching syllabus, under the guidance of the Academy Head of Coaching and Lead Phase Coach. · Be responsible for maintenance of training / match balls, bibs, cones and all other relevant equipment as required by the Academy. · Work with match analysts to plan and prepare relevant team and individual footage. · Provide feedback to players by using video analysis. · Organise Academy players’ logistics for all training sessions, fixtures, tournaments and Academy events. · Inform all players, parents and guardians of any changes or cancellations to training sessions, matches or Academy events as soon as...

About The Role Purpose of the Post: The Youth Development Phase Lead is responsible for the oversight and delivery of all coaching, development programmes, and staff coordination within the U12–U16 age groups. The role supports the academy’s long-term player development model, ensuring players transition effectively from Foundation Phase into YDP and continue progressing into the Professional Development Phase (PDP). The YDP Lead sets the standards for technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social development at this critical stage.   Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) An enhanced criminal record check is mandatory prior to taking up post.   Key Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Phase Management Lead, manage, and support all coaches working within the YDP. Ensure the delivery of a consistent and progressive programme aligned with the club’s playing...

About The Role   Purpose of the Post : The purpose of the Part-Time Age Group Coach is to manage the team, players and parents through the season. The Part-Time Age Group Coach will be the first point of contact for players and parents within relevant age group and will be expected to communicate and organise team logistics throughout the week. On the field, the Part-Time Age Group Coach will be expected to deliver practical sessions suitable for elite level youth players in line with the Academy coaching and playing philosophies and will have a strong understanding of individual player development. An enhanced criminal record check is mandatory prior to taking up post. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Specific: Planning, delivering and reviewing all practical sessions Attending all training and match days Responsible to maintenance of Academy kit and equipment Updating and maintaining Kitman Labs...

About The Role • You will be the Goalkeeping Coach for the Youth Development Phase and will be required to attend all practice sessions and Sunday games. • Follow and adhere to the Clubs Playing and Technical Philosophy as set out in the Academy Performance plan. • Show an understanding of the Long-Term Athletic Development plan allowing players to reach their full potential.• Show understanding of individual, unit and team strategies in line with the Clubs vision. • To act in a manner appropriate to a representative of West Bromwich Albion FC and to ensure that all players in your charge also act in an appropriate way at all times. • Promote the Academy and Clubs Football Philosophy and Vision. • To enforce the players and parents code of conduct. • Ensure all Sessions are completed on the PMA at the end of each evening. • Complete all individual player Learning Objectives and feedback...

About The Role   Carlisle United Football Club are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed qualified coach to work in the Academy on a part-time basis. The role will include working in the evenings and at weekends.  Responsible to: Lead Youth Development Phase Coach  Salary & Hours: Dependent on experience and qualification  Sessions: Tuesday & Thursday evening, Saturday morning and Academy games on Sunday mornings (Home & Away)  Main Roles and Responsibilities: Planning, delivering, evaluating and recording coaching sessions  Developing Academy players in line with the Carlisle United Playing Philosophy. Delivering age appropriate coaching sessions to meet the needs of the players inline with the Carlisle United Coaching Philosophy. Monitoring individual and team performance within training and games  Conduct 6 week, Half-Season and Full...

About The Role   Academy Age Group Coach (Part Time) Location: USW Sports Park (Treforest) / Newport International Sports Village.   A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Newport County AFC Academy Coaching Department. The Academy is seeking to recruit a part-time Youth Development Age Group Coach to follow the existing coaching syllabus within the Academy phase. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing players in line with Newport County AFC’s training/games programme and will be provided support in their professional development by the Phase Leads and Head of Coaching About The Candidate Qualifications Essential: 1  UEFA B licence outfield award  2  EFAiF or Level 2 First Aid Equivalent 3  DBS...

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   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 Pre Academy Coaches (Volunteer) • Hours  – Part time • Location  – Bespoke Builds Training Centre, Oundle Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 7EA • Start date  – 16/07/2025 • Volunteering days and hours  – Wednesday 17:00 – 18:30 Saturday 09:00 – 11:00   An exciting  Volunteer  opportunity has arisen within the Peterborough United Academy to contribute to the development of footballers within the Academy programme, helping the academy achieve its vision of becoming ‘a leading Category 2 Academy developing a minimum of 3 academy graduates per season’.   Role Description To support the age groups within the Pre-Academy in line with our pre-academy philosophy. To support one coaching session and one game day per week during the season.   Duties • To play a role in the...

About The Role   This role is central to the planning and delivery of high-quality training within the Girls’ Pathway. The successful candidate will design and lead engaging, progressive sessions that are closely aligned with player development objectives. Beyond technical delivery, they will play a key role in guiding the individual development of players, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes both personal growth and athletic progression. In addition to coaching responsibilities, the role will involve organising and managing fixtures—particularly during half-term periods—ensuring players have valuable opportunities to apply their learning in competitive settings. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, along with a passion for nurturing talent and supporting the long-term progression of players within the pathway. Available Roles...

About The Role • Plan, deliver, and review engaging coaching sessions for a designated player “cell” across our squads. • Provide individualised feedback and monitor progress through IDPs (Individual Development Plans) and regular reviews. • Contribute to matchday preparation, in-game coaching, and post-match feedback for designated players. • Work collaboratively with the MDT (analysis, sports science, medical, psychology, education & welfare) to support holistic player development. • Record session plans, attendance, and player progress accurately on the KML system. • Maintain clear and professional communication with players, parents, and Academy staff. • Promote and uphold safeguarding, player welfare, and the Academy’s values at all times.    About The Candidate Essential Requirements • UEFA B Licence...

About The Role   About The Role: Plan, deliver and review engaging coaching sessions across multiple squads Provide individualised feedback and monitor progress through IDPs (Individual Development Plans) Contribute to matchday preparation, in-game coaching and individual post-match feedback for individual players Work collaboratively within our multi-disciplinary team Record session plans and player progress on our club system Maintain clear and professional communication with players, parents and staff Promote and uphold safeguarding, player welfare and the Academy’s values at all times Available Roles Girls’ Individual Development Coaches: Fridays (5-9pm), and Saturdays (Variable) 5-7 hours per week Girls’ JPL Coach: Tuesdays (5-6pm), Wednesdays (6–8pm), and Saturdays (Variable) 6 hours per week Coaches must be available for these hours on a consistent basis each week....

About The Role   Is knowledgeable and in coaching the technical and tactical Principles of play in the small-sided games format including 5v5, 7v7. Support development of Pre-Academy Players. To be available for all internal CPD and keep relevant FA qualifications up to date. A genuine team player. Flexibility and willingness to learn. Such other duties as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post and to assist the Lead Coach. Maintains 95% attendance throughout the season. UEFA C qualified  Rate of pay:   Training sessions: £12.50 per hour   Game day rate: As per band illustration. Training Sessions: Wednesday 4.30-5.30pm, Friday 4.30-5.30pm, Saturday 11.00am-1.00pm All sessions are based at New College, Swindon. Game Day: Variable Saturdays. About The Candidate Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF) FA...

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   To maximise the development of Foundation Phase aged players, giving individuals the best chance of earning future club registrations. Plan, Do & Review the Foundation Phase players coaching programme outlined in the club’s Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the Foundation Phase players Games Programme Help create an “Extras Culture” for the players to maximise their available development time Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme’s potential to develop the Foundation Phase players Oversee 6 Weekly plans and reviews on player development, setting performance targets and creating specific individual development plans for each player Oversee daily and weekly plans and reviews aligned to the individual development plans Show positive IMPACT on the academy through...

Job Description Colchester United Football Club are seeking a number of part time academy coaches to work within our exciting and progressive Category 2 Academy.  The role will develop players in the Junior Academy age groups 9s-14s, to ensure continual individual player development and ensure our coaching programme follows the Academy Performance Plan (APP.) Key Responsibilities: Delivery of high-level coaching sessions for Junior Academy players. Delivery of matchday duties for Junior Academy matchdays. Assist on Individual Leaning Plans for the Junior Academy players. Input on MDT within the Junior Academy programme. Input on the retain and release process for Junior Academy players Ensure Kitman Labs and other player records are kept up to date for Junior Academy players. Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding. Requirements: UFEA B coaching award Essential / ‘A’ Licence Desirable...

About The Role    To maximise the potential of U18 players, giving individuals the best chance of earning post scholarship contracts. Plan, Do & Review the U18s coaching programme outlined in the club’s Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the U18s Games Programme Help create an “Extras Culture” for the players to maximise their available development time Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme’s potential to develop the U18s players Collaborate with Head of Education to support SEP and HE qualifications each U18 has enrolled on Oversee 6 Weekly plans and reviews on player development, setting performance targets and creating specific individual development plans for each player Oversee daily and weekly plans and reviews aligned to the individual development plans Show positive IMPACT on the academy through self-development,...

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   Hull City Academy  are currently seeking to recruit  Casual Coaches  to assist in the development of Academy players.   The main objective of this role is to assist with the planning, delivery and review of the coaching programme as per the Hull City Academy programme across the U8-U14 age groups.   Contract Type:  Casual Contract Locations:  Hull (weeknights and weekends) Closing Date:  20/4/26   Your key responsibilities   The planning & delivery of coaching sessions, within the Academy programme. Ensure all coaching sessions and games follow the Academy programme. Attend all Academy meetings when required. Attend CPD meetings as required. Maintain first aid qualifications and coaching qualifications. Planning and delivering mid-week training in the evenings and attending training at games on a weekend....

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...