16 academy jobs found in Watford

Watford Football Club’s Academy are looking to recruit some new host families to support our young players aged between 16-23 years old. We currently have around 150 young players within the Academy, some of whom stay with host families, allowing them to take the opportunity of full-time employment at the Football Club as either an apprentice or professional player. We are looking for families who can provide a room (per player) and a cooked evening meal during the week, as well as providing a suitable and safe environment; to be either on a 6-night or 7-night per week paid agreement. We are looking for hosts living in and around the Watford, St Albans and London Colney area for the 2025/2026 football season and/or longer. Daily transport is provided by the Club for players who do not have their own transport. As part of the process the Club would complete several visits to determine the suitability of location and to ensure that the home meets the requirements...

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Camden Town WFC is an independent women's football club dedicated to providing football opportunities for women and girls looking to push & progress in their development. We are committed to providing a professional, positive environment for our players and coaches, to provide the very best opportunity for growth and development for all.   ROLE DESCRIPTION This is a paid contract role for an Academy Coach at Camden Town WFC. The Academy Coach will be responsible for coaching and mentoring players, organising and facilitating fun & intense football sessions, and promoting a healthy, positive, supportive culture within the team and the wider club. This is an on-site role located in Wembley, where the Academy Coach will be expected to train twice per week, with match days at the weekend.   ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS FA Level 2 in Football Coaching/UEFA C qualification or above. FA...

About The Role Manage and coordinate the sports medicine service for players and staff in line with EPPP requirements as outlined in the Academy Performance Plan for Sports Science and Medicine. Assume responsibility for the day-to-day management of the PDP medical provision and be responsible for the foundation and youth development phases' medical organisation.   About The Candidate Qualifications: Post-holder will be subject to a DBS check. BSc in Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy, Sports rehabilitation or equivalent. Insured to practice. Full membership to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy  Intermediate First Aid for Sport (ITMMiF) The person: Excellent communication Have a flexible attitude to work Ability to work on own initiative and as part...

Salary:  £19,110.00 per annum Hours:  9:00am – 5:00pm (with one or two evenings per week) Location:  Watford FC Training Ground / Vicarage Road / Trust Community Facilities / remote working due to nature of the role. Contract type:  30 hours per week until 31/08/2026 Closing date:  7th January 2026 Actively interviewing:  we are scheduling interviews as applications come in. We are ready to hire a soon as we find the right person, so we advise you apply early. Interview date:  W/C 12th January 2026 Mission:  To expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London, to enrich people’s lives, create special memories, and enable positive futures. Vision:  One goal – healthier, happier, stronger communities. Summary of your role: Are you a passionate team player who wants to make a positive difference through sport and education? Look no...

Job Summary and Objectives: Primarily based at the Training Ground, the overall objective of the role is to assist the senior management team with managing the day-to-day operations of the site, driving the team’s performance and developing strategic planning to produce high quality playing surfaces for all the different usages at the Training Ground. Reporting directly to the Grounds Manager the Training Ground Senior Pitch Manager will maintain and prepare the various playing surfaces both Elite and Academy to an excellent standard with attention to detail. The Training ground senior pitch manager will line manage a small team of ground staff at the training ground to deliver the pitch quality and standards at the training ground. Working closely with the stadium pitch manager to ensure the pitches perform within the pitch parameters. The role though a hands-on approach includes planning, organising workloads, allocating duties, monitoring work related...

Job description Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is an English Premier League Club, based in North London.   Led by the late great Bill Nicholson, the Club became the first in England to win the League and FA Cup Double in 1961, and the first in the UK to win a European Trophy two years later. Spurs has since been home to some of the game’s great entertainers, including Jimmy Greaves, Glenn Hoddle, Paul Gascoigne, David Ginola, Gareth Bale, Heung-Min Son and Harry Kane.   In April 2019, the Club opened an iconic new stadium that sits at the heart of a £1billion sport-led regeneration of North Tottenham. The stadium is the largest football club stadium in London and is a multi-use venue with the ability to host a variety of events 365 days a year, including NFL, boxing, rugby, concerts, and other major events, plus visitor attractions including Stadium Tours and the Dare Skywalk.   The stadium development scheme has...

Job description Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is an English Premier League Club, based in North London.   Led by the late great Bill Nicholson, the Club became the first in England to win the League and FA Cup Double in 1961, and the first in the UK to win a European Trophy two years later. Spurs has since been home to some of the game’s great entertainers, including Jimmy Greaves, Glenn Hoddle, Paul Gascoigne, David Ginola, Gareth Bale, Heung-Min Son and Harry Kane.   In April 2019, the Club opened an iconic new stadium that sits at the heart of a £1billion sport-led regeneration of North Tottenham. The stadium is the largest football club stadium in London and is a multi-use venue with the ability to host a variety of events 365 days a year, including NFL, boxing, rugby, concerts, and other major events, plus visitor attractions including Stadium Tours and the Dare Skywalk.   The stadium development scheme has...

Job Description   Work under the direction of the Advanced Centre Head Coach, Pre-Academy Manager & Pre-Academy Recruitment Manager on the delivery of the midweek Redhill Advanced Centre programme. The target is to identify and develop the most talented U6-U8 players in the Redhill and surrounding areas to support relationship building and recruitment/retention of players with high potential to join the Academy at U9's. This individual will be required to design, plan and deliver sessions in alignment with Academy Coaching Philosophies & the needs of the individuals within the programme. The role may also be extended in terms of extra coaching hours to a weekend or another day upon a request from your line manager in the form of Pre Academy Manager or Pre Academy Recruitment Manager.   Job Requirements Essential Qualifications: FA Level 2 Football Coaching First Aid Safeguarding Children Talent ID Level 1...

Are you passionate about football and looking for a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young athletes, aged 15-21?   Fulham FC is seeking warm and welcoming host families to provide a safe and supportive home environment to support our Academy players who will be required to live away from home to fulfil their education and football training at our club.   As a host parent, you will play an essential role in helping our players thrive both on and off the pitch. You'll provide a comfortable living space, home-cooked meals, emotional support and help them to adjust to life away from home as they focus on their training and academic pursuits.   What we are looking for: A friendly, caring family or individual with a spare room A willingness to provide support, guidance, and encouragement to our young players A safe and welcoming home environment Support our young people by teaching them basic independent living and...

JOB TITLE: Technical Merchandise & Stock Controller (Non-Retail) DEPARTMENT: Partnerships LOCATION: Stamford Bridge CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time   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 Opportunity   Join Chelsea FC as our Technical Merchandise & Stock Controller , where you will manage all non-retail Nike club orders and act as the primary point of contact for Nike-related products across Sporting and Commercial departments. You will oversee the allocation and timely delivery of technical kit for the Men’s and Women’s teams, U21s, and Academy, ensuring each team’s specific needs are met efficiently. You will also manage staff kit allocations and maintain accurate records...

Full job description Join us as an Early Years Football Coach at The Foxes Club - Leading the way in sports for kids!   Where You'll Be: Coaching Foxes FC teams at prestigious East London locations   What's In It For You: A salary that'll make you smile, bonuses that feel like high-fives, and perks that'll make every day a bit brighter, including our fresh new Nike kit.  Plus: Funded opportunities for coaches who are keen to gain their FA coaching qualifications Opportunity to travel to international tournaments with your team Self-employed, part-time flexibility with extra hours up for grabs! Support for your health and wellbeing via our EAP Health Assure Take advantage of the free sessions provided to your family and friends! Practice what you teach with regular company football matches and socials Join a club that invests in your growth – more training, more skills, more fun! Go next-level...

Job Location:      Selhurst Park Stadium, SE25 6PU Contract Type:    Full-time Salary/ ROP:        Competitive Deadline :           31st December 2025 Who we are: We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - brand new main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.  We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground. About this role: Crystal Palace Football Club are looking for Head of Security and Safety to oversee and manage the delivery of the Security provision across all CPFC sites and be responsible...

Job Title: Lead Football Coach Organisation: Roll With It Football Coaching Location: Ashtead, Surrey Hours: Full Time (36-38 hours per week) Salary: 18,000 - £21,600 Are you an experienced, passionate, and forward-thinking coach looking to take a leading role in player development? Roll With It Football Coaching is excited to offer an opportunity for a Lead Football Coach to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our players and programmes. We are looking for an experienced football coach who can deliver private 1:1 training, afternoon & evening small group development sessions, Camps & other bespoke sessions. Job Description: As the Lead Football Coach, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the planning and delivery of high-quality training sessions across our football programmes. You’ll be expected to lead by example, mentor junior coaches, and ensure sessions are delivered in line with our coaching philosophy and...

Job Description Job Title Lead U9-U16s Sports Therapist Department Academy Reports to Lead Academy Physiotherapist, Head of Academy Performance & Assistant Academy Manager Location Training Ground, The Cledara Abbey Stadium & Other Academy Venues Salary £ 25,397 to £26,437 Hours Minimum 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends Role Summary   As the Lead Sports Therapist for the U9 - U16 age groups, you are responsible for overseeing and delivering all aspects of medical provision, including injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play protocols, in line with EPPP and club standards. In collaboration with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist, the postholder will manage medical staffing for training and matchdays, ensuring consistent cover across...

Summary of your role: Are you a passionate team player who wants to make a positive difference through sport and education? Look no further and apply to join our School Sport Team to deliver on our core and funded school projects, holiday courses and player development centres. You will be working closely with the team to increase delivery of our school-based provision across Hertfordshire and Harrow. You will be key to educating young people around enjoying the benefits of sport with the aim of enhancing their physical literacy and fundamental movement skills.  Your key responsibilities, but not limited to: Providing high quality educational delivery, both PE / coaching based, and non- PE based to local primary school pupils in line with projects values and structure Ensuring that coaching sessions delivered in schools are in line with the primary school curriculum and OFSTED guidelines Ensuring the teacher education for Premier League Primary...

Community Coach – School Sport Team Salary:  £19,110.00 per annum Hours:  9:00am – 5:00pm (with one or two evenings per week) Location:  Watford FC Training Ground / Vicarage Road / Trust Community Facilities / remote working due to nature of the role. Contract type:  30 hours per week until 31/08/2026 Closing date:  7th January 2026 Actively interviewing:  we are scheduling interviews as applications come in. We are ready to hire a soon as we find the right person, so we advise you apply early. Interview date:  W/C 12th January 2026 Mission:  To expand the Watford FC family by providing opportunities in Hertfordshire and London, to enrich people’s lives, create special memories, and enable positive futures. Vision:  One goal – healthier, happier, stronger communities. Summary of your role: Are you a passionate team player who wants to make a positive difference...