36 football safeguarding lead jobs found

Engagement:  Casual position offering variable hours on a flexible basis Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR About the Role: To play a vital role in nurturing potential, inspiring ambition and shaping the future of the young Nottingham Forest Academy players through coaching excellence. With a focus on holistic development, you are tasked to contribute towards the club’s culture of learning, discipline and creativity, guiding young talent through these early and exciting stages of their football journey. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, high-quality coaching sessions for a designated age group within the Foundation Phase, ensuring full alignment with the club’s coaching curriculum and player development philosophy. Lead matchday coaching for a foundation phase age group within the academy games programme, fostering a competitive, supportive environment where young...

Individual Player Development Coach Newcastle United Women Academy  Permanent  Competitive Salary Closing Date: 10th April 2026 Turn potential into performance  - helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. We are the heartbeat of the city. Newcastle United Women (NUW) is proud to be part of a progressive and ambitious football club with a clear vision  for the women’s and girls’ game. Our Academy plays a vital role in developing talented young players within a safe, inclusive and high‑performance environment  About the role We are seeking an Individual Development Coach to support the holistic development of our High Potential Academy players, working closely with the Academy Manager, U21 Head Coach and Age Group Lead Coaches. What you'll do *       Support the Academy Manager and U21 Head Coach in the development of NUW Academy players and support Age Group...

At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals.     We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate people who share our vision and drive for success.          The Role:   Old Trafford Tour & Museum are responsible for delivering world-class tours and experiences that immerse visitors in the rich history and heritage of Manchester United Football Club, creating unforgettable memories for fans from around the globe. We are seeking an energetic and engaging Sports Coach to...

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...

Company Description ⚽️  WEST HAM UNITED FC – ACADEMY ROLE  ⚒️ 🧤 Job Title: Youth Development Phase– Goalkeeping Coach 📍  Location:  Chadwell Heath & Little Heath Training Grounds 💼  Contract:  Part-Time ⏱️  Hours:  12 hours per week (flexible – 2 weekdays + weekends) 💰  Salary:  To be discussed at interview Position 🧠 About the Role We are seeking a passionate and committed Goalkeeping Coach to support our Youth Development Phase (U12–U16). You will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching sessions and supporting the technical, tactical, physical and psychological development of Academy goalkeepers within a positive and high-performance environment. Requirements 🎯 Key Responsibilities ✔️ Plan and deliver age-appropriate goalkeeper coaching sessions ✔️ Develop technical skills including handling, footwork, distribution and...

Salary:  Please state your expectations within your application Contract:  Full Time, 42 hours a week Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Working Arrangements:  On site Closing Date For Applications:  7th April 2026 The Perks of the Job: Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground. Employee Assistance Programme. Access to high street and gym discounts. Discount within our Club shop. Free on-site parking. Role Overview: The role will be to lead a specified age group within our Foundation Phase, whilst being adaptable to work across age groups as and when required. Coaching will take place within our part time and hybrid training models across players in the Foundation Phase. Working in conjunction with our Operations team the role is responsible for the arrangements and logistical aspects across the Foundation Phase age groups Key Tasks...

  JOB TITLE: Sussex Sessional Coach DEPARTMENT: Commercial, Football Development, JOB FUNCTION: To deliver safe, inclusive, high quality provision across all activities and provision DIRECT REPORTS: None LOCATION: Crawley, Horsham, Bognor, Chichester, Worthing, East Grinstead & Billingshurst  CONTRACT: Variable - anytime between 7.30am and 9pm – Monday to Sunday   PLAY YOUR PART (Main Responsibilities): To deliver safe, inclusive and high quality coaching sessions on a daily basis across the core programmes. These to include, but not limited to all In-School and Out of School activity, Player Development Programme activity, sessions at a post 16 football programme and the various activity delivered during the school holidays. To deliver on activity to support, develop, engage and enhance the relationships with local youth football clubs/schools/organisations/leisure centres/local authority/The Club....

About the role We are seeking a highly motivated Physical Performance Coach on a full time basis to join our Medical and Performance Department. Reporting to the PGA Medical Lead, the successful candidate will bring proven experience delivering elite-level physical preparation within professional football. They will demonstrate high professional standards, strong collaborative skills within a multidisciplinary team, and a drive to contribute to an integrated, high-performance environment.    This role will work directly with the women’s PGA players, therefore, experience working with female athletes is desirable. The successful candidate will design and deliver gym and pitch-based strength, speed, and football-specific conditioning programmes tailored to both team objectives and individual player needs. Delivery will align with agreed departmental frameworks and support consistent preparation, availability, and performance...

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...

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...

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...

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   24 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Fixed Term Closing Date for Application: 13th April 2026   Purpose Established in 1986, City in the Community is Manchester City’s official charity. We support people across Manchester by empowering healthier lives through football. Our programmes place physical and mental wellbeing at their core, whilst also creating healthy futures and healthy communities.   The purpose of the Community Coach – BTEC role is to deliver a high-quality BTEC Sport programme in partnership with a CITC partner colleges, serving as a positive role model and mentor to participants while supporting their academic, personal, and physical development. The role also contributes to programme recruitment and visibility...

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 Job Title: Casual Academy Coach (Foundation Phase/Youth Development Phase)   Reporting to: Academy Manager/Head of Coaching/Lead Phase Coach   Location: Morecambe Football Club Academy   Key responsibilities   Main tasks - Deliver the academy’s coaching curriculum including adapting activities aligned with Club’s coaching and playing philosophies - Work within the coaches’ competency framework and participate in CPD training programmes - Liaise with Lead Phase coaches within the coaching and Games programme supporting transition from age-to-age groups and phases - Implement the policies and practices highlighted in the Academy Performance Plan (APP)to ensure that the all aspects meet with desired outcomes - Comply with the Football League rules in delivering training models and Games Programme in line with EPPP rules and regulations - Support...

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 The Role We’re looking for a  Football Coach  to help lead our new soccer school sessions each Saturday morning. This is an ideal role for someone who: Loves working with young children and seeing them learn through play Understands or is keen to apply the  FA’s “Play Phase” philosophy Can create sessions that are  fun, imaginative, and child-led Brings energy, buckets of patience, and a big smile to every session Whether you’re already a qualified coach, a parent with coaching experience, or someone whose own children have grown up but you miss being part of the football environment — this could be perfect for you. What We’re Looking For Enthusiasm and passion for working with young children A positive, encouraging coaching style Basic understanding of child development and safeguarding Ideally FA Level 1 / Introduction to Coaching Football...

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...

JOB TITLE: ETC Coach -  Women’s Academy  DEPARTMENT: Women’s Academy LOCATION: Cobham – Chelsea FC Training Ground, plus travel to ETC games programmes CONTRACT: Sessional Contract, 4 hours across 1 day, or, as and when required according to ETC half term schedule.   Closing date: 7th April 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. JOB FUNCTION: The role of our ETC Coaches is to create a positive learning environment where you will support and develop all players within the group to attain the highest levels of performance possible in a safe, secure, and supportive environment. You will work with the Centre Manager to drive and nurture a positive culture within the training group and be a coach who makes the ETC a...

Job Description Junior Assistant Coach (Voluntary Role) Location: South London Organisation: South London Girls Football Academy Commitment: Weekly training sessions (evenings/weekends) Age Range: 16–21 ⚽ About the Role We’re looking for passionate, reliable and motivated young people to join our team as Junior Assistant Coaches. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional football environment, develop your coaching skills and make a positive impact on young female players. 🔧 What You’ll Do Assist a professional coach during weekly training sessions Support individual players (1-to-1) under the guidance of the Lead Coach Help set up and pack away equipment before and after sessions Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all players at all times Represent the Academy by dressing and acting professionally Support all Academy staff as requested by the Academy Director and Manager 🎯 What We’re Looking For A...