41 academy jobs found

Head of Academy Psychology Permanent Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive Salary Be part of something bigger.   Turn potential into performance — helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. We are the heartbeat of the city . A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. You’ll set direction, join the dots across the Club, and turn strategy into delivery, with high standards, pace and purpose. About the role We’re building something powerful at our Academy — a place where young talent grows with confidence, resilience and ambition. We have a comprehensive psychological strategy and a team of accomplished practitioners, and we want you to drive our academy’s psychology and wellbeing vision. As Head of Academy Psychology, you’ll...

I. POSITION OVERVIEW Toronto Athletic FC: At the Toronto Athletic FC (TAFC) Academy, our number one goal is to inspire and foster a life-long love of the sport in a safe, inclusive, and instructional environment. Our coaches will instill principles of discipline, fair play, leadership, responsibility, critical thinking, respect, self-confidence, empathy, hard work, determination, and belonging. A pathway to development is available for all players to progress through the age groups, learning developmentally appropriate principles at each stage. Head Coach for TAFC Academy: The position of Head Coach at the TAFC Academy is expected to support the Club initiatives and policies outlined in their employment contract. In addition to leading the specified age/gender the Head Coach is also required to uphold the following responsibilities: II. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Technical: ● Communicate availability to the directors with practice schedules, tournaments, and other soccer...

I. POSITION OVERVIEW Toronto Athletic FC: At the Toronto Athletic FC (TAFC) Academy, our number one goal is to inspire and foster a life-long love of the sport in a safe, inclusive, and instructional environment. Our coaches will instill principles of discipline, fair play, leadership, responsibility, critical thinking, respect, self-confidence, empathy, hard work, determination, and belonging. A pathway to development is available for all players to progress through the age groups, learning developmentally appropriate principles at each stage. Head Coach for TAFC Academy: The position of Head Coach at the TAFC Academy is expected to support the Club initiatives and policies outlined in their employment contract. In addition to leading the specified age/gender the Head Coach is also required to uphold the following responsibilities: II. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Technical: ● Communicate availability to the directors with practice schedules, tournaments, and other...

Job Description Job Purpose To lead the coaching provision for U15s-U16s academy age group. To maximise the development within this phase and help manage the transition to U18s football. Report to Academy Manager & Head of Coaching Roles and Responsibilities Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s coaching programme outlined in the club’s Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s 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 U15s - U16s 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...

About the job Job Summary Established in 1999, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC is Pennsylvania’s oldest professional soccer team and one of the longest-operating pro soccer teams in the United States. The team plays its home games at Highmark Stadium, which opened in 2013 as a team-owned, soccer-specific stadium in Pittsburgh’s South Shore neighborhood. The team is an original member of the USL Championship, which began play in 2011 and has grown to become the world’s largest second-division pro soccer league. The Riverhounds Development Academy (RDA) serves more than 3,500 players across three locations and is supported by the club’s state-of-the-art training facility, which boasts an indoor field and two outdoor fields for year-round development. Together, these programs provide a clear pathway from youth soccer to professional opportunities. The Riverhounds Development Academy is seeking a visionary, high-capacity Academy Executive Director to...

POSITION OVERVIEW The Athletic Development Coach for the Nashville SC Academy will play a key role in leading the Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) program for Academy players, aligning with the High Performance Department’s philosophy. This position will collaborate closely with High Performance staff across Nashville SC (NSC) and Huntsville City FC (HCFC) to design and implement team- and player-specific programs, both in the gym and on the field, to optimize the development of youth athletes within the Academy. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching (sport or S&C) experience and a strong ability to deliver soccer-centric athletic development programs. Additionally, they should possess a formal educational background in exercise physiology or a related field, along with expertise in load management across various metrics relevant to youth soccer development. This role reports directly to the Director of High Performance and the Head of Athletic...

The Chicago Fire Football Club (Chicago Fire FC) is Chicago’s premier professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top U.S. domestic league. Founded on October 8, 1997, on the 126th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Club began play in 1998, becoming the first and only expansion team in North American sports to win a title in its first year of existence. Beside MLS Cup 1998, the Fire have won five other major domestic titles, including the 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups, and the 2003 MLS Supporters’ Shield.   The Club’s Football Operations department is guided by one vision: to build a world-class club that inspires greatness, helps unite Chicago, and wins championships. To that end, Owner and Chairman Joe Mansueto named former U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Gregg Berhalter as Director of Football and Head Coach ahead of the 2025 regular season, leading the Fire to the postseason for...

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....

Tempo Football Academy Full-time | 40 hours | €34,000–€37,000  Tempo Football Academy delivers a full-time Football & Education TY Programme and an elite Junior Academy across multiple counties. We are now hiring a high-standards, organised and ambitious Head of Academy to lead our Limerick region. This is a full-time coaching and leadership role within a growing academy structure. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality daily coaching on our full-time TY Football & Education programme (Mon–Fri, 9–3). Lead Junior Academy training for elite players (Wed & Fri, 4–6). Build competitive squads in all age groups and manage the full games programme , ensuring strong organisation and preparation. Implement and uphold a clear Tempo playing style and training curriculum . Lead regular coach CPD sessions and support development of assistant coaches. Carry out club visits to strengthen relationships and support player...

The Vancouver Whitecaps Football Club is seeking a strategic and operational leader to serve as Director, Information Technology. The successful candidate will be responsible for overall leadership and administration of all aspects of the Club’s IT infrastructure, equipment, support services, network/systems administration and cybersecurity across the Club’s offices and training facility. This role will work closely with the Coordinator, IT and act as key liaison with the Major League Soccer (MLS) technology team to ensure a secure, scalable, and high-performing technology environment that aligns with the Club’s strategic goals and the unique demands of a professional sports organization.   Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery and operation of core IT services, including compute, storage, virtualization (VMware), cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, telecommunications systems, and application management. Oversee the IT Service Desk and...

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Digital- the Marketing Manager, Digital Growth is responsible for developing and executing CRM and lifecycle marketing strategies to drive fan acquisition, database growth, and digital revenue performance for Vancouver Whitecaps FC. This role leads the strategy and execution of data-driven growth initiatives across email, SMS, and CRM channels, with accountability for performance outcomes tied to ticket revenue, fan engagement, and long-term supporter development.   Responsibilities: Develop and lead the marketing CRM growth roadmap including audience segmentation frameworks, lifecycle journeys, and email/SMS strategy in collaboration with Sales, Brand, and Business Intelligence teams Build advanced audience segmentation and lifecycle journeys designed to maximize ticket revenue, repeat purchase behaviour, and long-term fan value Track, analyze, and report on key growth metrics (CAC, LTV, attribution, conversion rates,...

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   Location: The County Ground with the abilities to travel to other training facilities    Reports to:  Senior Safeguarding Manager Full Time: 37.5 hours Salary: £30000 Overall purpose of the job On behalf of the organisation, to be the first point of contact to for the club and senior management team, as well as staff members, volunteers, children, young people, adults at risk and/or their family, carers and advocates - as well as anyone else that has a safeguarding concern; whilst ensuring that all safeguarding policies, procedures and practice across the organisation meet statutory requirements Key tasks and responsibilities Work across the Academy, Men’s & Women’s Senior Teams. Play a lead role in maintaining and reviewing the club's safeguarding plan Coordinate the review and distribution of policies, procedures, and safeguarding...

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...

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,...

Birmingham City Football Club Permanent | Part-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre, Redhill Rd, Birmingham B38 9EL ​ 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 it’s part in 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. ​ About the department Birmingham City Football Club is...

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...

Company Description ⚒️🔥  MATCHDAY MENTALITY REQUIRED – JOIN THE HAMMERS!  🔥⚒️ 🎬  Senior Features Producer Wanted 📍 London Stadium, Stratford 📄 Permanent Role 💰 Salary  (discussed at interview stage ) ⏱️  Matchday Mentality: This isn’t your average 9–5 — evening fixtures, weekend work, and big moments under the lights are all part of the game. 🌙⚽ Are you ready to step into the spotlight at  West Ham United  and tell the stories that matter? 🎥⚽ We’re looking for a  diverse, creative powerhouse  who can shoot, edit, and craft standout football content — bringing fresh perspectives and bold ideas to the club. 🌍✨ Position 🎬  Your Role in the Squad: ⚒️ Lead original football storytelling – from player features to club documentaries ⚒️ Uncover powerful narratives across first team, academy & club legends ⚒️ Direct shoots on...