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Chippenham Town FC
16 Feb, 2026
Full time
Lead YDP Coach & PDP Support Coach
Chippenham Town FC Stanley Park, Stanley Lane, Chippenham, UK
Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (U13–U16) & PDP Support Coach Club Chippenham Town FC Department Academy Reporting to Academy Manager / Head of Coaching Contract Full-time, permanent Salary: Competitive Start date: August (or as agreed) Working hours A mixture of daytime, evening and weekend work, including training sessions, matchdays, meetings and fixtures. Flexibility is essential. Role purpose The Lead Youth Development Phase (YDP) Coach will be responsible for leading the delivery and ongoing development of the club’s Youth Development Phase programme (U13–U16), ensuring a high-quality, player-centred environment aligned with the Club’s playing philosophy and development principles. In addition, the role will support the Professional Development Phase by working part-time with the U18 full-time scholarship programme, assisting PDP coaches in the on-pitch development of scholars and supporting effective...
Burnley FC
03 Apr, 2026
Intern
Academy Coach Intern
Burnley FC Training Ground, Burnley, BB12 8UA
About Us​ Burnley FC is an established professional football club with a rich history, located in the heart of the town and its community, we believe that Burnley is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you. Come and be part of our story!​ ​ Burnley Football Club are a forward-looking club who believe in bringing innovation, diversity, creativity by developing the best talent.​​ ​ Internship Overview​ Meaningful work experience can be an essential part of the career ladder in many professions. They are part and parcel of a modern, flexible economy and are useful both for the applicant and for employers.​​ ​ On our paid internship programme, you will gain a real insight into what it’s like to work in our business and have the opportunity to learn from our people whilst working on real business challenges and projects. Each intern receives a customised learning plan to ensure they get the right levels of coaching, mentoring...
Arsenal FC
02 Apr, 2026
Casual
Academy Coach (Casual Role)
Arsenal FC Belfast, Northern Ireland
The Role We are looking for  Academy Coaches  to be based from our exciting new development centre in Northern Ireland – due to launch later this year.  Our Academy has for many years been a world leader in its field and is a constantly growing department within our club. In this exciting position, you will oversee and deliver the training and games programmes for the Under 12 - Under 16 age groups at our Academy and assist with recruitment from the Northern Ireland region.  You will be required to lead sessions 1 night a week.   Who we are We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history,  here . Beyond that, we are passionate about our  local community  and, behind the scenes, we have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture...
Ontario Soccer Association
01 Apr, 2026
Part time
OPDL Team Head + Assistant Coach (Part-time) - Oakville Soccer Club
Ontario Soccer Association Oakville, ON, Canada
Position: OPDL Team Head + Assistant Coach (Part-time) Department: Technical Reports to: High Performance Manger & Director of Competitive Programs Salary Range: $10,000- $12,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience) Employment Dates: February 2026- October 2026 Oakville Soccer Club The Oakville Soccer Club, founded in 1972, is one of the largest amateur soccer clubs in Canada with over 19,000 participants annually. Based at the Pine Glen Soccer Centre, a 100,000 square foot indoor soccer facility in North Oakville, the Club provides year-round recreational and competitive programming for both youth and adults. Proudly working with over 1,200 volunteer and professional coaches each year, the Club strives to promote a culture of development, inclusivity and positivity. A consistent leader within amateur soccer and sport, OSC is an active member of Ontario Soccer and the provincial soccer community and is a Canada Soccer National Youth Club License...
Ontario Soccer Association
31 Mar, 2026
Part time
Soccer Coach - Afterschool, Development Sessions and Camps - Toronto Athletic FC
Ontario Soccer Association Toronto, ON, Canada
Location: Toronto (Midtown) Position Type: Part-Time (1 hour) can lead to Winter Break, March Break & Summer Camps Website: tacsports.ca Video: https://youtu.be/YSClcgKDLJY?si=3l4aVUw-_DWjC4Uo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tac-sports/ Important information: recruitment@tacsports.ca for any questions Afterschool programs are 1 hour sessions Camps are full weeks - salary PA day camps are full day $45 1- 3 years of experience $35 less than a year of experience Interview steps: Virtual interview (Google Meets only) In person group interview (Invite to Head Office Location) Afterschool, March Break, Winter Break camps and Summer camps coaching certification Invite to First-Aid Certification (if required) About TAC Sports TAC Sports is dedicated to developing confident, skilled, and passionate young athletes through fun, structured, and inclusive soccer programs. We focus on player development, teamwork, and a love for the game. Responsibilities Lead...
Ontario Soccer Association
31 Mar, 2026
Full time
U14-U21 Competitive Coach - Toronto High Park FC
Ontario Soccer Association Ontario, Canada
I.Overview The THPFC coach is a part-time employee whose primary objective is to develop players in a fun and challenging environment. Player retention is of the highest importance and coaches should endeavor to provide quality programming to all players. II. Responsibilities 1.Functional Accountabilities ➔ Implement the Club’s Philosophy for player development. ➔ Hands on organization and management of the team. ➔ Ensure TeamSnap is kept up to date (schedule and roster). ➔ Timely communication via Teamsnap to parents. ➔ Coordinate with team managers/management. ➔ Support the Club and co workers positively. ➔ Deliver sessions and lead games. ➔ Design and analyze sessions. ➔ Attend all in-house coach education and training sessions. ➔ Complete player feedback forms for each player once per year. ➔ Send out program offer letters. ➔ Deliver one parent meeting per team per season. ➔ Provide opportunities for training and taxi players when possible. 2....
Ontario Soccer Association
31 Mar, 2026
Full time
Academy Coach – Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ)
Ontario Soccer Association Vaughan, ON, Canada
About Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) Glen Shields Juventus (GSJ) is a competitive youth male and female academy operating within a structured technical framework focused on long-term player development. As part of Glen Shields Soccer Club and aligned with Juventus Academy methodology, we prioritize disciplined coaching, professional standards, and consistent development processes across all age groups. Our player pathway includes: • Pre-Academy (U4–U9) • Junior J League • Competitive Academy Teams (U8–U21) • Post-Secondary & Professional Position Overview GSJ is seeking one to two qualified Academy Coaches to support our growing competitive program. Successful candidates will work within a defined technical structure and be responsible for delivering high-quality, development-focused sessions while maintaining professional standards on and off the field.   Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver structured...
Ontario Soccer Association
31 Mar, 2026
Full time
OPDL Head Coach (Part-time) - Oakville Soccer Club
Ontario Soccer Association Oakville, ON, Canada
Position: OPDL Head Coach (Part-time) Department: Technical Reports to: High Performance Manger & Senior Technical Director Salary Range: $10,000- $17,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience) Employment Dates:   September 2025- October 2026 Oakville Soccer Club The Oakville Soccer Club, founded in 1972, is one of the largest amateur soccer clubs in Canada with over 19,000 participants annually. Based at the Pine Glen Soccer Centre, a 100,000 square foot indoor soccer facility in North Oakville, the Club provides year-round recreational and competitive programming for both youth and adults. Proudly working with over 1,200 volunteer and professional coaches each year, the Club strives to promote a culture of development, inclusivity and positivity. A consistent leader within amateur soccer and sport, OSC is an active member of Ontario Soccer and the provincial soccer community and is a Canada Soccer National Youth Club Licence holder.  ...
Kilmarnock FC
31 Mar, 2026
Volunteer
KWFC Girls Academy Coaches (Volunteers)
Kilmarnock FC Kilmarnock, UK
Job Title : KWFC Girls Academy Coaches (Volunteers) Reporting to : Women’s Football Development Manager  Kilmarnock Women’s Football Club is seeking enthusiastic and committed Volunteer Coaches to support the delivery of its Girls Academy SFA NextGen Programme. Working under the guidance of the Women’s Football Development Manager, the successful candidates will play an important role in the development of young players within a positive, high-performance and player-centred environment aligned with the Club’s coaching philosophy. 1. Training • Implementation of Women's & Girls Academy coaching philosophy • Facilitation of all squad training sessions • Ensure access to specialist coaching as required 2. Matches • Prepare squad for participation in matches every weekend • Select a team to play the match • Coach team throughout the match • Facilitation of match day requirements including kit...
Colchester United FC
31 Mar, 2026
Full time
Lead U15s-U16s Academy Coach
Colchester United FC Colchester, Essex, UK
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...
West Ham United FC
29 Mar, 2026
Part time
Youth Development Phase - Goalkeeping Coach
West Ham United FC London, UK
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...
Nottingham Forest FC
29 Mar, 2026
Full time
Foundation Phase Coach and Operations Lead
Nottingham Forest FC The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR
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...
Chelsea FC
29 Mar, 2026
Casual
Sessional Coach - Sussex
Chelsea FC West Sussex, UK
  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....
Liverpool FC
29 Mar, 2026
Full time
PGA Lead Physical Performance Coach
Liverpool FC AXA Melwood Training Centre, United Kingdom
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...
Loudoun United FC
29 Mar, 2026
Part time
Community Soccer Coach
Loudoun United FC Leesburg, VA, USA
Position:  Soccer Coach Location:  Leesburg, VA Position Type:  Part-Time, Yearly (Spring 2026-Fall 2026) Virginia Revolution Soccer Club, located in Leesburg, VA, is a leading youth soccer organization committed to developing players of all skill levels in a fun, engaging, and competitive environment. Our club programs, including Academy and Academy Select, serve players from kindergarten through 6th grade and provide a strong foundation in technical skills, game understanding, and a lifelong love for the sport. We are seeking  motivated, knowledgeable, and positive coaches  to join our staff for the current Spring season. If you are passionate about player development and want to make a meaningful impact in youth soccer, we invite you to be part of our team. Responsibilities: Coach a team of players twice weekly (weekday practices) and on Saturday mornings for games. Create a fun, engaging, and age-appropriate environment...
Philadelphia Union
26 Mar, 2026
Full time
Union II Performance Coach
Philadelphia Union Chester, PA, USA
ABOUT OUR COMPANY The Philadelphia Union operates and competes in Major League Soccer, the top professional league in the United States. Youth development is the core of our mission and the heart of our passion. The Philadelphia Union Academy program is free of charge, so Philadelphia’s future players of promise have an opportunity to pursue their passions without the burden of paying to play. Selection into the program is a true accomplishment and the major step in a player’s path to Subaru Park.   The innovative Philadelphia Union Academy program is deeply based in sport science and performance and follows best practices in coaching education. It includes three developmental phases: Junior Academy (U9 - U12), Mid Academy (U13 - U15), Senior Academy (U16 - U18) and targeted scouting as needed as it relates to Philadelphia Union II (NCAA, MLS Next Pro, USL). At all ages, our players are asked to lead by example and embrace the ethos and culture of...
Orlando Pride
26 Mar, 2026
Full time
Team Operations - Academy Coach
Orlando Pride Kissimmee, FL, USA
TITLE:  Academy   Coach  DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:  Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Salaried Exempt    WHAT SETS YOU APART   The Academy Coach is responsible for supporting the academy team in both player and team development and the day-to-day operations of an Academy Team. The coach will assist with the team, including supporting training practices and games. The successful candidate will report to the Academy Director.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES   Coach or assist on the assigned age group. Attend training, league games, tournaments, and scheduled events. Manage and coach all exhibitions, regular season, playoff, tournaments, international, and other matches while ensuring player development, club principles, and a competitive mentality. Conduct and organize preparation for all matches, including developing game strategies,...
Orlando City SC
26 Mar, 2026
Full time
Team Operations - Academy Coach
Orlando City SC Kissimmee, FL, USA
TITLE:  Academy   Coach  DEPARTMENT:  Team Operations REPORTS TO:  Academy Director FLSA:  Full-Time; Salaried Exempt    WHAT SETS YOU APART   The Academy Coach is responsible for supporting the academy team in both player and team development and the day-to-day operations of an Academy Team. The coach will assist with the team, including supporting training practices and games. The successful candidate will report to the Academy Director.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES   Coach or assist on the assigned age group. Attend training, league games, tournaments, and scheduled events. Manage and coach all exhibitions, regular season, playoff, tournaments, international, and other matches while ensuring player development, club principles, and a competitive mentality. Conduct and organize preparation for all matches, including developing game strategies,...
Rotherham United Football Club
25 Mar, 2026
Full time
Lead Foundation Phase Coach
Rotherham United Football Club Rotherham, UK
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...
Reading FC
25 Mar, 2026
Casual
Casual GK Coach Centres 24-25 - Reading FC Community Trust
Reading FC Reading, UK
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...
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