54 safeguarding 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...

Head of Academy Recruitment 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. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. About the role The Head of Academy Recruitment will lead the Club’s Academy recruitment activity across the UK, focusing on identifying and securing high‑potential players up to U18 level. Working closely with the Academy Recruitment Director and wider Academy leadership team, the role will drive consistent, evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term football strategy. You will lead and develop the Academy Recruitment team, build strong relationships across the Academy, and ensure all...

Academy International Scout – Scandinavia Competitive Salary Contractor status Turn potential into performance — helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. 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 and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. About the role The Academy International Scout – Scandinavia will act as an ambassador for the Club within the assigned territory, leading on the identification and assessment of high‑potential academy players. Working closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership, the role supports evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term academy strategy and EPPP requirements. What you’ll do *         Identify and assess high‑potential academy...

About the role The Academy International Scout – Holland will act as an ambassador for the Club within the assigned territory, leading on the identification and assessment of high‑potential academy players. Working closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership, the role supports evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term academy strategy and EPPP requirements. What you’ll do *         Identify and assess high‑potential academy players within the assigned territory *         Produce high‑quality scouting reports in line with Club methodology *         Work closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership on target recommendations *         Attend matches and tournaments to ensure effective player coverage...

About the role The Academy International Scout – France will act as an ambassador for the Club within the assigned territory, leading on the identification and assessment of high‑potential academy players. Working closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership, the role supports evidence‑based decision‑making aligned to the Club’s long‑term academy strategy and EPPP requirements. What you’ll do *         Identify and assess high‑potential academy players within the assigned territory *         Produce high‑quality scouting reports in line with Club methodology *         Work closely with Academy Scouting and Recruitment leadership on target recommendations *         Attend matches and tournaments to ensure effective player coverage...

Head of Academy Psychology Permanent Newcastle Upon Tyne Competitive Salary Be part of something bigger.   Turn potential into performance — helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. 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 and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here. You’ll set direction, join the dots across the Club, and turn strategy into delivery, with high standards, pace and purpose. About the role We’re building something powerful at our Academy — a place where young talent grows with confidence, resilience and ambition. We have a comprehensive psychological strategy and a team of accomplished practitioners, and we want you to drive our academy’s psychology and wellbeing vision. As Head of Academy Psychology, you’ll...

Location:   Manchester, GB Opening Date:   25 Mar 2026 Full Time / Part Time:   Full Time Contract Type:   Permanent Closing Date of Applications – 10th April 2026     Our Story Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   Our Winning Team   Man City is built on a vision for sustainability, with an academy structure designed to support long-term first team success, to engagement with the communities in which we...

Role:  Academy London Recruitment Manager Hours : Full time, to include evenings and weekends Location:  London area with occasional travel to the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing Contract Type:  Permanent Deadline Day:  16 th  April 2026   Start date : To start from 1 st  July 2026 (pending completion of safer recruitment checks)   Interview dates : Online interview w/c 20th April 2026, followed by an in-person interview w/c 27th April 2026 and w/c 4th May 2026.    About Brighton & Hove Albion FC We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact. Scouting out footballing stars across London In this role you will be responsible for identifying and...

Job Title:                     Head of Academy Goalkeeping   Reports to:                   First Team Goalkeeping Coach  Location:                     Training Ground – Jersey Road                       Department:                 On Field Sub-department:         Academy   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...

To be an integrated member of the AFC Bournemouth Academy Performance & Medical team, providing evidence-based advice, treatment, and medical assistance to players in the Professional Development Phase, predominantly with the U18’s.  Key Responsibilities To provide appropriate medical support to all PDP players in the Academy, with primary responsibility for the U18 age group.  To have a close working relationship with other Academy and First team medical staff when expertise is required for complex injury management.   Collaborate closely with YDP staff to ensure the smooth transition of players. This may include assessing/treating YDP players.  To work within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and liaise effectively with lead coaches, Performance Coaches and other MDT staff regarding player availability, injury status and rehabilitation plans.  Ensure all U18 training, injury clinics & matches...

Department:  Football Division – Boys Academy Medical and Sport Science Department Hours of Work:  Full-time (working patterns aligned to the demands of elite football, including matchdays and travel where required) Contract Type:  Permanent Salary:  Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience Location:  Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:   Sunday 19 April 2026 1.   The Department Our Boys Academy is a Premier League Category One environment, built on delivering consistent, high-performance support across every stage of the player pathway. Operating at the intersection of development and elite performance, our Sport Science and Medicine Department plays a critical role in preparing players for the demands of First Team football. Working closely with the Loans and Emerging Talent and First Team multi-disciplinary team’s, we ensure players progress with the robustness,...

Department:  Academy Performance Analysis Department Hours of Work:  Part-Time – 25 hours per week (flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required for this post) Contract Type:  Fixed Term until 30 June 2027 Salary:  £17,485 per annum Location:  Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:  Sunday 19 April 2026 1.   The Department Aston Villa Football Club are seeking a forward thinking and proactive Intern to join our open minded, progressive Academy Performance Analysis Department on a fixed term, paid placement alongside studying for a MSc degree. The Academy Performance Analysis Department are responsible for the analysis provision for Players ranging from U9 – U21. The Department works collaboratively with Coaching staff to provide and deliver high quality analysis content through a variety of different methods to support the Academy Technical and Tactical programme. The Academy...

REPORTS TO: Age Group Lead Cell Coach LOCATION: Robins High Performance Centre, BS8 3TN CONTRACT TYPE: Part-Time (12 hours per week) Overview: We are looking for a committed, exceptional person to join us as a Foundation Phase Academy Coach within our team: Key Responsibilities Responsible for planning and delivering coaching sessions that follow the club philosophy and deliver the coaching curriculum programme for your respective age. Responsible for your age group on match day, including to plan, observe and provide feedback regarding individual player performance. To evaluate players from coaching sessions and matches and ensure that the relevant information is recorded fully on The Kitman Labs Intelligence Platform. Ensuring that Players’ welfare and safeguarding is always protected. Contributing to the talent identification process where appropriate. Undertaking administrative tasks related to the role, including fixture programming, record keeping...

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...

Closing Date of Applications:  Friday 24 April 2026 Interview Date:  Saturday 2 May 2026, 8am–1pm at City Football Academy, Manchester   Our Story Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   The Role We are seeking UEFA C (or higher) qualified coaches with a Goalkeeping Qualification, and a proven track record in coaching and developing players of varying ages and abilities. The role involves preparing, delivering, and reviewing goalkeeper-specific sessions in Manchester at the City Football Academy, as part of Manchester City Football Education. Goalkeeper coaches who are confident...

Closing Date of Applications:  Friday 24 April 2026 Assessment Date:  Saturday 2 May 2026, 8am-1pm at City Football Academy, Manchester   Our Story Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.   The Role We are seeking UEFA C (or higher) qualified coaches with a proven track record in coaching, developing, and managing players of diverse ages and abilities. The role involves preparing, delivering, and reviewing coaching sessions in Manchester, working closely with Senior Managers. This position is for Manchester City Football Education and is offered on a casual basis. As a casual coach, you...

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...

Be part of our journey... Time commitment: Full time or part time. Criminal Record Check: DBS Enhanced with Child’s Barred List   What is the role?   Southampton Football Club are currently looking for host family providers to support our Academy players by providing a home away from home.   The host family providers will help fulfil the club’s duty of care concerning our young people by ensuring appropriate accommodation and a nurturing environment is provided throughout the season to our young people who require it. Our placements vary from one/two-night stays to seven nights per week and we are looking for host families who can offer either of these placement types to our young people aged between 15–18 years old.   You will be offering a ‘Home from Home’ environment for our Academy players, which will allow them to engage on the Football programme. Supporting them with their individual needs to...

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 Description The Academy Scout (Local Recruitment) plays a vital role in identifying and monitoring talented young players within the local area, whether from grassroots clubs or other academies. Working as part of the local Academy scouting team, you will be responsible for producing detailed player reports, sharing insights with Academy staff, and contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the player landscape within your assigned region. We have a particular interest in recruiting scouts with strong networks and knowledge within the following areas: Grassroots: South London, West London Professional Academies: East London, North London Job Requirements • Strong knowledge and network within your designated local area. • Previous experience scouting for another Academy (Category 1, 2, or 3). • FA Talent ID Level 1 qualification. • FA Safeguarding certification.  ...