37 head of academy coaching jobs found

About The Role An opportunity has arisen at Stoke City Football Club, of the English Football League, for a Professional Development Phase Coach to support its Football operations at our Category One status Academy at Clayton Wood Training Ground and various development centre locations. This position provides a unique chance to work in an elite environment, where you will play a vital role in shaping the future of aspiring footballers. You will work alongside the Academy team to plan and deliver programmes aimed at enhancing player performance and working towards player development plans. Your expertise will help foster a focused environment that encourages growth both on and off the pitch, preparing players for the challenges they will face in their football careers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of flexibility to cover evenings and weekends work as required. The position will be offered on a 12 month fixed term...

To lead on the technical, tactical, physical and psychological development of AFC Bournemouth Women’s goalkeepers within a high‑performance environment. The postholder will design and deliver an elite standard goalkeeping programme aligned with the club’s playing philosophy, the Head Coach’s game model, and WSL2 performance expectations. This role is pivotal within the football operations structure, contributing to the club’s strategic goals and on-pitch success. Women’s Club Values:  Professionalism: Always acting with integrity and respect to the badge in a competent and reliable manner.   Togetherness: Working collaboratively through high levels of communication in a manner that supports an environment where everyone feels included, respected and valued.  Opportunity: Providing fair and equitable chances to all individuals by encouraging a growth mindset through empowering the natural abilities of others in...

About the job   Pearland Soccer Club is seeking an outstanding soccer coach to join our High Performance pathway, working within the MLS NEXT platform. The Head Coach will play a key role in developing players and teams to compete at a high level, while ensuring a strong focus on individual player development.   The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and evolution of the club’s game model and methodology, helping to build a consistent and aligned identity across all levels of the program. This role requires a coach who is organized, driven, and able to connect effectively with players, staff, and families.   Coaching Responsibilities Assigned responsibility for a minimum of two teams Lead the development and management of all players within assigned teams Support recruitment, selection, development, and evaluation of players Develop and implement periodized plans for assigned teams Design and deliver...

About The Role   Job Role:  Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (u13-u16) Hours:  Full-Time Salary:  Competitive Walsall FC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Youth Development Phase Coach to join our Academy Coaching Department. This is a key role within our coaching team, responsible for implementing, monitoring and developing the Academy coaching programme in the Youth Development Phase age groups. You’ll work closely with the Academy Manager, Head of Coach Development, coaching colleagues and performance team to optimise player development and create a bespoke pathway for the players at the Academy. We're looking for someone with a proactive and organised approach, who thrives in high-pressure environments and is passionate about coaching in Youth Development.  Key Tasks and Responsibilities:  To work closely with the Academy Manager/Head of...

About The Role   Job Title :  Head of Coach Development Location:  Portsmouth FC Training Ground Hours of work : Full-time, 37.5 hours/week Department:  Academy (Coaching) Reports to:  Academy Manager Salary:  £39,000 per annum. Role Summary:  Portsmouth FC are seeking to recruit a forward thinking and experienced player and coach developer to become the Head of Coach Development (HOCD). An individual whom would embody the values of Portsmouth – Stronger Together, Passionate, Proud and Honest.  The Head of Coach development will be responsible for the implementation, management and appraisal of the academy coaching staff. Manage the coaching pathway and the ensuring coaching delivery aligns with...

What will you be doing? Lead the U15 / U16 Team & Performance Culture: Provide inspirational leadership to players and staff, establishing a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in preparation for, delivery of, and review of international camps and events. Technical Leadership of Talent and Teams: Provide outstanding technical leadership to players and coaches across U15 / U16 age groups, including talent programmes associated to England teams. Develop & Deliver the Seasonal Plan: Design and implement the seasonal plan for U15 & U16 activity, along with all associated Regional and National talent activity ensuring alignment with the talent pathway calendar, and the England Youth Team Strategy – One Pride, Built to Roar. Planning should ensure consistency across the age group cycle, the wider England pathway, and England's How We Play principles through regular technical meetings. Manage Coaching Staff: Line manage the Emerging...

About the role Our ambition is to create a world-class player development pathway that consistently produces players capable of thriving in our women’s first team environment. Central to this ambition is an evidence-led approach to development, aligned to the FSG Football Methodology and the strategic vision of the LFCW Executive. We are seeking an outstanding coach to join our Women’s Pro Game Academy, who will lead the delivery of the U21s programme in line with the coaching philosophy of LFCW player development pathway. This role will be pivotal in providing a learning and development environment and maintaining a culture that ensures the individual needs of players are met and that each individual is given the best possible opportunity to maximise their potential both on and off the pitch.   The successful candidate will combine coaching expertise, data literacy and a deep understanding of high-performance...

Job Title : Academy Coach - Professional Player to Coach Scheme (PPCS) Reports to : Assistant Head of Academy Football Development Location : Robert Rowan Performance Centre - Jersey Road Department : Academy Sub-department : Coaching Hours per week : 40 hrs per week     The Club   Brentford FC is a bit different from other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.   Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.   We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and...

Job Title: 15 Hour Part-Time Football Development Coach (Girls Football) Department: Community Football Development Reports to: Female Football Development Manager – Football Development Salary: £12,378 Pro-Rata per annum (£15.87 per hour)   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...

Position Summary: The Goalkeeper Coach will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality training sessions to goalkeepers across various age groups, focusing on technical, tactical, and physical aspects of the position. This role involves working closely with head coaches and integrating goalkeepers into team play. Key Responsibilities: Design and conduct age-appropriate goalkeeper training sessions. Provide individualized feedback and development plans for goalkeepers. Attend team practices and games to support goalkeeper integration. Collaborate with other coaching staff to ensure a cohesive training philosophy. Monitor and evaluate goalkeeper performance and progression. Promote a positive, respectful, and high-performance culture. Qualifications: Previous coaching experience with goalkeepers (youth, academy, or professional). Relevant coaching certifications (USSF, UEFA, or equivalent preferred). Strong...

COMPANY BACKGROUND   The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park.   The Dynamo has a rich history of success, including MLS Cup titles in 2006 and 2007 and US Open Cup Championships (2018 and 2023.) The Dynamo is focused on building toward the next championship and inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach by creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.    JOB DESCRIPTION/SUMMARY As a head coach within the Academy (specific team TBC) of Houston Dynamo, you will play a pivotal role...

Position Summary: Atlanta United FC is seeking an Academy Fitness Coach responsible for on-field fitness, strength training, and load prescription and monitoring to progress players through the Development Pathway. This role blends Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) principles with evidence-based training methodologies to build resilient, well-rounded athletes. The Fitness Coach will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary performance, medical, and technical team to support player health, physical development, and football-specific fitness. The professional plays a crucial role in implementing our development and training philosophies throughout all on-field applications, as well as during matches, domestic travel, and off-season programming. We seek a creative mind who has the courage to innovate and try new ideas, and who wants to be a part of an integrated high-performance team. This position is based at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground...

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Academy Part-Time Goalkeeper Coach will be responsible for the U14 and U15 academy goalkeepers. The goalkeeper coach will be tasked with constructing and executing individualized goalkeeper sessions as well as assisting head coaches on the field where necessary. This person will work closely with the Academy Goalkeeper coach, as well as academy staff and must adhere to all club and league requirements. The ideal candidate must have previous experience in the role of goalkeeper both as a player and coach. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Be able to work roughly 20 hours per week, mainly afternoon sessions with our younger age groups- U14 and U15 boys. • Construct and execute individualized goalkeeper sessions geared towards our style of play and model • Assist with Head coach needs during a training session • Actively participate in player individualized meetings and communicate with academy goalkeepers • Availability to attend...

ABOUT NASHVILLE SC: Nashville is America’s “It City” and one of the fastest-growing soccer hubs in the country. From hosting the CONCACAF Gold Cup to FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and the FIFA Club World Cup, Music City has quickly become a destination for some of the sport’s most prominent events. Nashville SC has the largest soccer-specific stadium in Major League Soccer and in 2025 made Tennessee state history by becoming its first professional sports team champion!  Position Summary: As an Assistant Coach within the Nashville Soccer Club Academy, you will play an important role in supporting the development of elite youth players across multiple age groups. Reporting to the Academy Director and working closely with the Head Coaches of assigned teams, you will assist in the delivery of high-quality training environments that align with the club’s culture, curriculum, and player development pathway. This role requires adaptability,...

WHO WE ARE  Awarded Major League Soccer’s 16th franchise in 2008, the Philadelphia Union officially took the pitch in 2010 and have been raising expectations ever since. Owned and operated by Union Sports & Entertainment, the Philadelphia Union call Subaru Park home—an 18,500-seat, world-class, soccer-specific stadium set along the Delaware River beneath the Commodore Barry Bridge, just 15 miles from downtown Philadelphia. The Union have established themselves as one of Major League Soccer’s most consistent and competitive clubs. The team reached the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final three times (2014, 2015, and 2018), made multiple MLS Cup Playoff appearances, and captured the  Supporters’ Shield in 2020 and again in 2025 , recognizing the club’s excellence and consistency across the regular season. The Union also hosted the Eastern Conference Final in 2021, were crowned  Eastern Conference Champions in 2022 , and advanced...

Full job description Job Overview To deliver high-quality football training sessions in line with We Make Footballers’ product standards. The Lead Coach supports the Academy Manager by leading coaching delivery for their group, ensuring children are engaged, learning, and having fun. The Lead Coach also helps guide and develop Assistant Coaches to deliver sessions confidently and effectively. Duties Deliver engaging, age-appropriate football sessions following the We Make Footballers session plans and structure Lead your group’s warm up, drills, and matches, ensuring all activities align with the 10-10-10-30 format Support the Academy Manager in maintaining high standards across all coaching groups Eventually mentor and guide Assistant Coaches, helping them learn how to lead drills and develop their coaching confidence Ensure players are grouped appropriately by ability and feel welcomed, supported, and challenged Communicate...

Lincoln City Football Club Academy and Lincoln City Foundation are looking for enthusiastic, skilled football coaches to work on our Elite Development Pathway, working with our girls academy programme which consists of two weekly training sessions with a Saturday matchday in the Junior Premier League. The Elite Development Pathway girls academy look to support the technical, individual tactical, unit tactical, team tactical, physical, psychological and social development of girls U13-U16 who are perceived to have a high level of potential. The programme aims to support the development of girls through structured and engaging practices, while monitoring the girls to support the recommendation into the English FA at the right time for the child. Roles & Responsibilities: Training • Plan, deliver and review effective sessions to support the development of tactical understanding as an individual, unit and team in line with the tactical curriculum. • Plan in...

Lincoln City Football Club Academy and Lincoln City Foundation are looking for enthusiastic, skilled football coaches to work on our Elite Development Pathway, working with our Talent Hub programmes. The Elite Development Pathway Talent Hubs look to support the technical, physical, psychological and social development of children aged 6-8 years olds, aiming to identify potential and support development. Roles & Responsibilities: Adapt skeleton sessions to fit the needs of the group to provide the most appropriate level of challenge. Effectively set-up sessions ahead of participant arrival in a way that minimises equipment movement during sessions to keep ball rolling time high. Lead on the delivery of an engaging and enjoyable session to support footballing and holistic development of the children. Support the technical, physical, social and psychological development of all participants within the programme. Create a safe and inclusive environment to...

About The Role   Job Title:  Foundation Development Phase Coach (Casual) Department:  Academy Location:  Dimensions / Alsager / Norton / Keele / Roe Lane Reports to:  Head of Coaching / Youth Phase Lead Coach ROLE SUMMARY To coach and develop players primarily within the Foundation Phase (U8–U11), supporting their long-term development and progression along the player pathway. The role contributes to preparing young players for the highest levels of professional football by delivering a high-quality coaching programme aligned with the Club’s philosophy and performance plan. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Work collaboratively with the Lead Foundation Phase Coach to support the development of players aged 8–11. Contribute to and deliver a comprehensive player development programme that maximises opportunities for young players to reach their full potential, in line with the...

Academy Values:  Players First: holding individual player development as the main intention behind decisions made as a coach and wider professional.   Togetherness: working in a prosocial manner as part of a wider team – willing to contribute beyond own interests.  Integrity: carrying out academy and club values in an open and honest manner.  Accountability: willing to take responsibility for actions in a manner which allows learning, growth and reflection.  Key Responsibilities The current post holder will strive to develop gold standard practice within the academy Performance & Medicine department at AFC Bournemouth, delivering the day-to-day physical development programme to our U18 squad. This will be achieved through the understanding and implementation of best practice strength and conditioning, and appropriate level of scientific support.       Departmental...