41 football development manager jobs found

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...

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...

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...

TITLE:  Sales Academy Representative, Orlando City SC & Orlando Pride (2026 Season) DEPARTMENT:  Sales REPORTS TO:  Manager, Orlando City Sales Academy FLSA:  Salaried + Commissions, Non-Exempt   WHAT SETS YOU APART The Sales Academy program provides entry-level sports business executives with the opportunity to learn the business side of professional sports through selling full menu ticketing products. With a focus on consistent training and development through personalized one-on-one coaching, the Sales Academy program will build the foundation needed for a long and successful career in the revenue-generating side of sports business. The Sales Academy Representative is responsible for generating new business through the sale of Orlando City and Orlando Pride full season, group, partial plan and premium hospitality ticket inventory through cold-calling, face-to-face appointments, and networking.    ESSENTIAL...

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...

Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager Birmingham City Football Club (Academy) Permanent | Full-Time Location: Knighthead Performance Centre ​ Birmingham City Football Club is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking  Academy Transition, Loan and Player Development Manager  to lead the Academy’s loan and transition pathway strategy. This is a critical role within the Academy structure, responsible for ensuring players are prepared, challenged and supported as they progress through key stages of their development. The role will oversee the full loan process, from planning and placement to monitoring and review, while also leading the transition strategy for players exiting the programme. Working closely with the Academy Technical Director and multidisciplinary staff, you will play an important part in shaping player pathways and ensuring every player has the opportunity to develop in the right environment....

U.S. Soccer Overview   The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.   We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.   U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitious plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical...

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...

About The Role   Summary of vacancy To provide an elite level of physiotherapy service to the Academy and assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist with the operational management of the Academy medical department at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of physiotherapy to schoolboy players while being expected to be pitch side for training and matches. The candidate will also be expected to upload and maintain medical records on the Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) on a daily basis. Main Duties Lead the assessment, rehabilitation and pitch-side first aid of the academy age groups Provide line management to the U9-16 therapists and also assist in duties with the U18 and U21 squads where necessary. Assist, and where necessary lead, in department management duties such as; maintaining up to date audit documentation, ensuring compliance...

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...

Department:  Aston Villa Foundation and Community Partnerships – Youth Engagement Team Hours of Work:  35 hours per week (including Evenings and Weekends) Contract Type:  Permanent Salary:  Up to £36,000 per annum dependent on experience Location:  Villa Park (with requirements to travel to and from community sessions around Birimingham) Closing Date:  Sunday 5 April 2026 Interview Date:  W/C Monday 27 April 2026 1. The Department The Aston Villa Foundation is the official Charity of Aston Villa Football Club and prides itself in being innovative in its approach to the club being used as a ‘Force for Good’. The Engagement, Sport & Wellbeing division is newly formed, complimenting the organisations 2024 – 2028 strategic plan. The Engagement, Sport & Wellbeing division brings together several departments, all of which contribute to providing a landscape of opportunities for...

English professional football has over recent years made considerable investment into elite talent pathways. Clubs and other entities running elite talent programmes for young players must comply with advanced and evolving regulatory frameworks. These frameworks have been developed to deliver on English football’s shared mission of developing more and better homegrown players, and compliance with them is a condition of receiving central funding to support elite youth development. On the boys’ side and as part of the Elite Player Performance Plan  — the Professional Game’s national strategy for developing male youth footballers in England — professional club Academies are licensed and placed into one of four categories (Category 1 to 4). These categories are based on a combination of factors, including investment levels, facilities, staffing, and the quality of provision across key multidisciplinary areas. We are currently reviewing...

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...

1.      The Department Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate. To support our continued growth and success of our programme we are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated Operations Manager to join our team.   2.      The Role The Operations Manager is a key person who will lead and manage the daily operational delivery across our Girls Academy. You will support the technical and strategic aims of our programme through effective co-ordination and compliance, logistical oversight and...

Hours of work: Sessional –evenings between 16:00 – 21:00pm Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour + 12% Additional Holiday pay Location: Various locations around Southwark and Lewisham boroughs Responsible to: Community Manager         Role Summary: Are you passionate to work with and engage young people aged 11+ to help them achieve their full potential and support them both socially and personally at Millwall Community Trusts open access football and youth-based sessions Millwall Community Trust uses the power of football and sport to inspire young people in Southwark and Lewisham. Our community sporting and youth sessions are either delivered at a variety of venues in the local area which include football pitches, leisure centres and MUGAs on local estates You will be working with our committed community football team to build a stronger, safer, and more inclusive environment within the community for...

Hours of work: Sessional –evenings between 16:00 – 21:00pm Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 per hour + 12% Additional Holiday pay Location: Various locations around Southwark and Lewisham boroughs Responsible to: Community Manager           Role Summary: Are you passionate to work with and engage young people aged 8- to 18-years-old to help them achieve their full potential and improve their well-being through football and sport? Millwall Community Trust uses the power of football and sport to inspire young people in Southwark and Lewisham. Our community football & Sporting sessions are either delivered at our Millwall Hub venues or Satellite Sessions which are delivered on Local MUGA’s on estates or local youth clubs You will be working with our committed community football team to build a stronger, safer, and more inclusive environment within the community for young people by...

JOB PURPOSE The purpose of the role is to assist in the development and implementation of the Academy’s Sports Science plan in line with the Club’s overall strategy for developing elite players.  Focus will primarily be on the development of the following areas of support; · Strength and conditioning – pitch & gym based work. · Diet and nutrition. · Sports Science - including physiology, biomechanics, physical testing and measurement. · Overall delivery of targets and the running of Luton Town Football Club 2020 Ltd (LTFC), with particular focus on the fitness of LTFC playing staff. · To commit to the collective decisions of the Board. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  · To assist the Head of Academy Sport Science in delivering all relevant aspects in line with the Club’s strategic objectives and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). · To work in tandem with all other...

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...

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...