18 academy player development leadership jobs found

NUW Academy Education Lead Permanent  Newcastle upon Tyne  Competitive Salary Closing Date: 21st October 2026 Be part of something bigger. Empowering young players to achieve excellence in education, football and life. 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, make an impact and contribute to a high-performance culture, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. We work as One Club, with excellence, integrity, accountability and relentless ambition shaping how we work together. Newcastle United Women are seeking an Academy Education Lead to play a vital role in supporting the academic, personal and holistic development of our Academy players. About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing Women's Academy and help create an environment where players can...

JOB TITLE: Lead Coach Football (Malvern College) DEPARTMENT: Commercial, Football Schools, Football Projects DIRECT REPORTS: Contracted and Sessional Coaches only LOCATION: Malvern College,  College Rd, Malvern WR14 3 DF CONTRACT: Full-time 35 hours any 6 of 7 days JOB FUNCTION: To deliver safe, inclusive, high quality provision across the Football Projects & Post 16 programme and various important activity and to lead and support on the development of programmes this will include all activities but not limited to Malvern College.   Closing date: 15th October We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.   MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:       To oversee, deliver and support the effective...

JOB TITLE: Head Coach School Football (Glenalmond College) DEPARTMENT: Commercial, Soccer Schools, Football Projects LOCATION: Glenalmond, Perth, Perthshire, PH1 3RY DIRECT REPORTS: Contracted and Sessional Coaches only CONTRACT: Full-time 35 hours any 6 of 7 days JOB FUNCTION: To deliver safe, inclusive, high quality provision across the Football Projects & Post 16 programme and various important activity and to lead and support on the development of programmes this will include all activities but not limited to Glenalmond College. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.     MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:       To oversee, deliver and support the effective planning, execution and delivery of the...

Job Title:  Casual Hours Goalkeeper Development Coach Department:  Community Football Development Reports to:  Senior Manager – Football Development Salary:  £13.15 per hour (Rate per hour dependent on qualification and experience)   Brentford FC Community Sports Trust With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life. Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff. The Trust is forecasting further significant expansion over the next two years following its appointment as a key...

Job Title: Post 16 Coach – Football Department: Sports Participation Reports to: Senior Manager – School Sport & Post-16 Responsible for: Developing, overseeing, and implementing the coaching framework and philosophy for the entire post-16 programme in collaboration with the Senior Manager - School Sport & Post-16 and Head Coach.   Salary: £14 - £15 dependant on qualification and experience   Brentford FC Community Sports Trust With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life. Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’...

Job Title: Post-16 Football Coach – Stanmore Department: Sports Participation Reports to: Senior Manager – School Sport & Post-16 Responsible for: Developing, overseeing, and implementing the coaching framework and philosophy for the entire Post-16 programme in collaboration with the Senior Manager - School Sport & Post-16 and Head Coach.   Salary: £14 - £15 per hour dependant on qualification and experience   Working Pattern Monday: 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Training) Tuesday: 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Training) Wednesday: Matchday (fixtures throughout the season) Friday: 4:00pm – 6:00pm (Training) Attendance at trials, tournaments and CPD events as required.     Brentford FC Community Sports Trust With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community....

Job Title:    21 Hour Part-Time Football Development and Post-16 Goalkeeper Coach Department: Community Football Development and Post-16 Football and Education Programme Reports to: Senior Manager – Football Development   Salary: £17,300 pro-rata per annum (£15.87 p/h)   There are opportunities available covering the following areas: Berkshire and Hillingdon Ealing and Hounslow Richmond and Spelthorne   Brentford FC Community Sports Trust With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.   Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community...

Full job description   Location: Elland Road. Leeds. LS11 0ES (various offsite locations) Contract: Casual Application Deadline: 21st October 2026   What You’ll Be Doing We are looking for passionate and reliable coaches to deliver high-quality sessions across the Leeds United Women & Girls Pathway, supporting players aged 7–16. This role plays a key part in developing talent, increasing participation, and supporting progression through the club’s structured pathway. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging, structured coaching sessions aligned to the Women & Girls Pathway Support player development and progression, identifying and nurturing individual potential Adapt sessions to suit varying ages (7–16) and ability levels Create a positive, inclusive, and player-centred environment Monitor and report on player development and progress Support pathway fixtures, events, and talent...

Department: Football Development Location: Various locations across Burnley and Pendle Contract Type: Casual/Zero Hours Working Pattern: Varied – Daytime, Evenings and Weekends Salary: NMW   The Role The Football Development department is looking for highly enthusiastic football coaches to deliver on a range of football programmes, delivered to three (3) to sixteen (16) year olds.       Roles and Responsibilities Session Delivery & Player Development Deliver high‑quality football sessions that engage, enthuse and progress young people. Engage, inspire and empower young people to reach their full potential. Identify talented individuals involved in the projects and refer them to appropriate pathways.   Programme Coordination & Administration Liaise with the Football Development Manager and Football Development Officers and proactively promote...

Job description We are seeking an experienced and passionate coach to join our Academy on a 12-hour per week fixed-term contract for the 2026/27 season. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering and reviewing high quality coaching sessions in line with the Academy Performance Plan, supporting the individual development of Academy players against agreed goals. Working collaboratively within the Academy programme, they will also contribute to the ongoing development of the Academy Performance Plan and support the achievement and evolution of the Academy's technical objectives. Job responsibilities The Academy Individual Skills Coach (AISC) is employed to prepare, deliver and review coaching activities, with specific age groups, in line with the Academy’s Performance Plan.    There is a specific requirement for the AISC to support individual players across the Foundation Phase age groups by delivering on the agreed...

JOB TITLE: U15 Assistant Coach DEPARTMENT: Women's Academy LOCATION: Cobham Training ground – Plus travel to and from away fixtures CONTRACT: Fixed Term – Part time 14 Hours per week. 4 Days from 7, as required by team schedule About the role: To assist in the planning and delivery of high quality sessions, supporting the Head coach in the long term player development of all players within the U15 squad. Main Responsibilities: Support the planning & delivery of high quality training sessions for the U15 squad, following the clubs Game model, practice methodology and player development framework. Provide individual support for all players to aid their development. Assist with matchday planning and delivery, including player selection, match preparation and post game analysis. Maintain high professional standards and ensure a positive training and matchday environment. Work with the MDT such as medical, performance,...

Be part of our journey... Location: London Assessment Centre Hours: As and when required Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Childs Barred List   What is the role? We’re looking for an Academy Scout to play a key role in identifying and assisting in the recruitment of talented U12-16 grassroots players in London for the Southampton FC Academy.   What will you be doing? Actively scout grassroots football, within and beyond the key catchment area for the club. Develop an effective network of clubs and associated organisations to assist in the talent identification process. Work closely with the London Lead Scout to identify, recruit and invite talented young footballers and people following the recruitment structure according to the needs of the academy. Ensure records of players identified and player data are kept, recorded and made available as needed by senior recruitment staff. Play a full part in the...

Job description As Lead Academy Performance Coach (U9-U16) you will be responsible for both the wider physical performance strategy in the FP and YDP and performance support for select YDP age-groups. This is both a coaching and leadership position that requires you to have combined experience as an applied practitioner and leading a team of performance coaches to implement physical performance strategies. Preferable, you will also have experience in both applied sport science and strength and conditioning in a youth development programme. The role will also work in collaboration with the HoP, Lead Academy Physiotherapist, Lead Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach and Lead Academy Performance Coach (PDP), to identify innovative practice to develop the programme. Job Responsibilities • Assist HoP with the production, implementation, and monitoring of the Performance Department Plan in line with the Academy Performance Plan and EPPP requirements. ...

Job Title: Post 16 Physiotherapist / Sports Therapist Department: Sports Participation Reports to: Senior Manager – School Sport & Post-16 Responsible for : Supporting the health, wellbeing and physical performance of all players within the Post-16 Programme through injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and medical support, whilst working closely with the Head Coach and wider post-16 staff.   Salary: £20 p/h   Brentford FC Community Sports Trust With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.   Working in partnership with Brentford FC, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League...

Full job description Annual salary: Competitive Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, the Club has been shaped and guided by its aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. Alongside a Senior Men’s Team that has played more games in English football's top flight than any other, Everton Women have been a leading light in driving forward the professionalism of the women’s game. With roots that go back to the mid-1980s, Everton Women were formally established in 1995 and won the English league title just three seasons later. League runners-up five times in the following decade, the team also won two Women's FA Cups and a Women's League Cup before proudly becoming one of the eight founder members of the Women's Super League in 2011....

Job Description Lead Academy Physiotherapist   Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Location: Knighthead Performance Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL   Birmingham City Football Club is on the rise.   With an incredible history dating back to 1875, Birmingham City Football Club is entering an exciting period of accelerated growth and modernisation. The Club is playing a central role in a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help transform England's second city through the Sports Quarter project.   With significant investment across our football, commercial and community operations, we are rebuilding the Club for long-term success, both on and off the pitch. Our journey is focused on strengthening our structures, elevating our performance environments, growing our teams, and investing in the people, processes and culture that will define the next chapter of Birmingham City FC.  ...

Location:  Manchester, GB Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time Contract Type:  Permanent   Based at City Football Academy in Manchester, this permanent full-time role provides organised, reliable technical and administrative support to the Academy Director. You will help turn Academy priorities into well-prepared meetings, coordinated projects and clear follow-through across player development, recruitment, performance, staffing and Academy operations. It is an opportunity to contribute to the work that supports the development of future Manchester City players while working closely with colleagues across football and business functions.   Who We Are     Manchester City is a football club rooted in East Manchester, with a story that began in 1880 and continues to grow today. Built on resilience, belief and togetherness, success on the pitch is driven...

Position Purpose At Fulham Football Club, we are looking for an experienced and highly capable Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function across the Fulham Group.   This is an exciting opportunity to join the Finance team within a Premier League football club and a wider, growing group of businesses. The Payroll Manager will be responsible for ensuring the accurate, timely and compliant delivery of payroll across a diverse workforce, including professional football players, permanent employees and a significant casual workforce.   Although our brand is most closely associated with Premier League football, the Group now comprises three main businesses:    Fulham Football Club, incorporating the First Team and Academy, with a staff of approximately 400 permanent employees and a significant casual workforce;  The Fulham Football Club Foundation, the Club’s official charity, which engages in a range of community work and has...