21 lead pre academy coach jobs found

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...

Job Description Job Purpose: Lead, develop and deliver the Sports Science provision for Colchester United’s first team. To optimise physical performance of all players individually and collectively in readiness for match day performance and long-term player development. With a special focus on athletic development & player availability. Report to: Head of Medical & First Team Head Coach. Role and responsibilities. Co-ordinate and lead the sports science provision for the First Team. Deliver the department’s philosophy of developing athletic performance while ensuring players are physically robust to meet the demands of an EFL programme. Deliver a programme of physical assessments to measure physical capabilities & analyse progress using objective data such as GPS & force plate monitoring. To design, develop & monitor individualised strength & conditioning programmes. To plan & lead individual...

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...

About Markham Soccer Club Markham Soccer Club (MSC) is a leading organization dedicated to fostering a passion for soccer in Markham and surrounding areas. With a strong focus on player development, coach education, referee development, and community engagement, MSC provides programs for athletes and officials of all ages and skill levels. Position Summary The Technical Director (TD) is responsible for the overall technical direction, development, and performance of soccer programming at Markham Soccer Club. This includes leadership in player development, coach education, referee development, and program design, ensuring alignment with Ontario Soccer and Canada Soccer guidelines. Key Responsibilities Player Development: • Develop and oversee a comprehensive Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) pathway. • Monitor and evaluate player progress across all age groups. • Organize and lead player identification programs and high-performance pathways....

Description ABOUT US Football Australia is situated on the lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We acknowledge the histories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and commit to building a brighter future together.   Football in Australia is a melting pot of approximately 2 million participants represented by over 200 different cultures; we are proud to be the most diverse and globally connected sport within the Australian sporting landscape.   This diversity in culture, ideas, and experience makes us strong and prepares us to achieve our vision to ‘be a leading football nation where everyone is inspired to live and love the game’. To achieve this, we live by our company values which are: Welcome:  Open doors, open minds, open hearts – One Game for All Ready:  Always ready, always ahead Connect:  Together, united Excel:  Our best, every day in...

Description ABOUT US Football Australia is situated on the lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We acknowledge the histories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and commit to building a brighter future together.   Football in Australia is a melting pot of approximately 2 million participants represented by over 200 different cultures; we are proud to be the most diverse and globally connected sport within the Australian sporting landscape.   This diversity in culture, ideas, and experience makes us strong and prepares us to achieve our vision to ‘be a leading football nation where everyone is inspired to live and love the game’. To achieve this, we live by our company values which are: Welcome : Open doors, open minds, open hearts – One Game for All Ready : Always ready, always ahead Connect : Together, united Excel : Our best, every day in every way...

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...

Reports to: Strategic Director of Football Location: London with European travel as required Direct reports:   Club Sporting Directors Key Colleague: Director of Independent Development Programs, Director of Player Health and Wellness Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus benefits including coaching education support, sportswear/equipment provision, and professional development funding. Hours: Full-time; includes evenings and weekends to accommodate training schedules, matches, and tournaments. Schedule flexibility is essential. DBS / Background Check: Required prior to start date.   About Crux Football Crux Football is a European women’s football multi-club platform focused on scaling the women’s game. We take a player-first, incubator-style approach, creating high-performance environments where players thrive and clubs are built on strong foundations. By...

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...

Job title Lead Foundation Phase Coach   Reports to Academy Manager and Head of Coaching   Key contacts Internal – Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Multi-Disciplinary Team, Lead Phase Coaches, Coaches, players, parents. External – Other Football League and Premier League clubs and staff, local FA, grass roots clubs, schools, partner organisations, FAYCD.   Location Based primarily at our training location at the Graham Solley Sports Development Centre and AESSEAL New York Stadium. Other travel will be required to meet the demands of the role.   Salary £26,973.68   Purpose of the role Working closely with the Academy Manager, the Head of Coaching, and all other key contacts, the post-holder will manage the logistical and operational delivery of the Youth Development Phase in line with the club’s Academy Philosophy and the Academy Performance Plan, and take lead...

About The Role Job Role:  Head Physiotherapist / Men’s First Team Physiotherapist Hours:  Full-Time Salary:  Competitive and commensurate to the role and experience Application Deadline: 6th April 2026 Walsall FC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head Physiotherapist/ Men’s First Team Physiotherapist to join our Medical Department. This is a key role within our performance team, responsible for delivering top-level care, injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for our Men’s First Team squad. You’ll work closely with the Head of Medical, coaching colleagues and performance team to optimise player availability and ensure elite-level medical provision. We're looking for someone with a proactive and organised approach, who thrives in high-pressure environments and is passionate about sports medicine at the...

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 IMG Academy Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024, IMG Academy is the world's leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student-athletes through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps , via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla. Online coaching  via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance Online college recruiting , via the NCSA brand,   providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches Position Summary:  The Assistant Director, Technical   will serve as a pivotal leader within IMG Academy’s girls’ soccer program, reporting directly to the...

JOB TITLE:  Senior Manager, Girls Academy REPORTING TO:  Director, Youth Programs DEPARTMENT:  Youth Programs LOCATION:  Greenwich, CT   POSITION OVERVIEW: New York City FC is seeking an experienced and mission-driven leader to serve as Senior Manager, Girls Academy. This role will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the club’s Girls Academy program, ensuring alignment with NYCFC’s philosophy on player development, and long-term pathway objectives. The Senior Manager will be responsible for technical standards, staff leadership, operational excellence, and the holistic development of female players within the academy structure. This individual will play a critical role in building a best-in-class environment that supports high-performance outcomes while fostering education, character development, and well-being.   WHAT YOU’LL DO: Technical Leadership & Player...

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...