49 lead pre academy coach jobs found in Walsall

Derby County are seeking to recruit a First Team Performance Analyst (Tactical) to join the Performance Analysis department at Moor Farm Training Centre   Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.   The successful candidate will be responsible for playing a key role in delivering high ‑ quality insights that enhance the club’s performance analysis processes and support informed decision ‑ making across the First Team...

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...

Engagement:  Undergraduate Work Placement Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Working Arrangements:  On site Reporting to:  Women's Performance Analyst / Lead Performance Coach Placement Term:  26/27 Season Role Overview: We have an exciting opportunity Foran undergraduate student for the 2026-27 football season. The Club is offering and seeking strong, dedicated, and driven students to partake in the Women's Sports Science placement. This position is available to undergraduate students only, who are on their placement year from University. The role will be varied and will require a hardworking dedicated individual. In exchange we can guarantee that the experience you will gain from the role will stand you in great stead for any future career in the business or professional football sector. In order to get the best from this opportunity, it is imperative that applicants are able to commit to the position for...

About The Role Cheltenham Town F.C. is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Academy as a  Foundation Phase Cell Lead Coach , working with players in the Under 9 – Under 12 age groups, including pre-academy. With Key Responsibilities for Under 11 - Under 12 Cell. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the technical, tactical and holistic development of players within the Foundation Phase, ensuring delivery of the Club’s coaching curriculum in line with our playing and coaching philosophy. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering high-quality training sessions aligned to individual learning plans (ILPs) Supporting the development of players across technical, physical, psychological and social areas Leading and supporting a team of coaches within the phase Delivering a varied and competitive games programme that maximises playing time...

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...

Lightwater United FC are seeking a committed and ambitious First Team Coach to join our senior setup for the 2025/26 season. This is a fantastic opportunity for a developing coach looking to step into the men’s game and gain genuine hands-on experience at Step 8 level. You will be working directly alongside our First Team Manager , who is UEFA B Licensed with experience in Category 2 & Category 3 academies . This is a genuine coaching development pathway, with support, learning opportunities, and gradual progression of responsibilities for the right person. Role Responsibilities Lead and deliver Thursday night first team training sessions , with support from the Manager. Assist with matchday preparation , including: Warm-ups Pre-match organisation Support with substitutions and in-game feedback when appropriate. Contribute to session planning, team development, and squad culture. Work collaboratively with the...

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... Location: Staplewood Campus, Southampton Contract Type: Casual Criminal Record Check Required: Enhanced with Children’s Barred List   What will you be doing? You will be coaching the U8 age group in individual, small and full group sessions, utilising a Player Development programme which maximises the opportunities for young players to reach their full potential. Additionally, you will work within the pre-academy syllabus to plan, prepare, deliver and evaluate coaching sessions and ensure the sessions are logged in the coach’s manual. You will also lead teams on the Advanced Development Centre (ADC) match days versus other professional clubs, this will be approximately 2 fixtures a month.   You will monitor and assess the players in the ADC in training and in match performances. In addition, you will be preparing and conducting player/parent reviews on a school termly basis using the standard pre-academy...

Job Description Job Purpose: Lead, develop and deliver the Sports Science provision for Colchester United’s first team. To optimise physical performance of all players individually and collectively in readiness for match day performance and long-term player development. With a special focus on athletic development & player availability. Report to: Head of Medical & First Team Head Coach. Role and responsibilities. Co-ordinate and lead the sports science provision for the First Team. Deliver the department’s philosophy of developing athletic performance while ensuring players are physically robust to meet the demands of an EFL programme. Deliver a programme of physical assessments to measure physical capabilities & analyse progress using objective data such as GPS & force plate monitoring. To design, develop & monitor individualised strength & conditioning programmes. To plan & lead individual...

Job Title: Lead Academy Physiotherapist Hours of work : Full time role with weekday, weekend and some evening work; 37.5 hours/week Reports to : Academy Manager Location : Based in Portsmouth with some travel to away games Remuneration:   £36400 per annum. Role summary We are seeking to recruit an experienced and fully qualified Lead Academy Physiotherapist to manage our medical delivery in the Academy across all age groups (U9-U18). You will lead the physio provision for the full time U18 scholar players, through attendance at all training and games. Further essential duties with the U18s will be to deliver clinical treatment and assessment of injured players and in collaboration with the S&C Lead Coach, create return to play protocols for all injured U18 players. Building strong relationships with the 1st team medical staff, you will agree injury assessment and treatment plans for longer term injuries. Additionally, you will line manage the team of...

About The Role Job Role:  Head Physiotherapist / Men’s First Team Physiotherapist Hours:  Full-Time Salary:  Competitive and commensurate to the role and experience Application Deadline: 6th April 2026 Walsall FC is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head Physiotherapist/ Men’s First Team Physiotherapist to join our Medical Department. This is a key role within our performance team, responsible for delivering top-level care, injury prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for our Men’s First Team squad. You’ll work closely with the Head of Medical, coaching colleagues and performance team to optimise player availability and ensure elite-level medical provision. We're looking for someone with a proactive and organised approach, who thrives in high-pressure environments and is passionate about sports medicine at the...

Coventry City Football Club is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation with a proud heritage and a clear vision for the future. We are growing both on and off the pitch, investing in our people, our facilities, and our community. Joining us means being part of a progressive club where every role contributes to success, innovation is encouraged, and excellence is recognised. We offer the unique opportunity to work in a high-performance sporting environment while being part of a supportive, values-driven team that is shaping the next chapter of our journey. At Coventry City, you won’t just be working for a football club, you’ll be part of a movement. What We Can Offer At Coventry City Football Club, we know that success on the pitch comes from creating the right culture off it. That’s why we put people first. When you join us, you’ll become part of a supportive and close-knit team where collaboration and camaraderie are at the heart of everything...

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...

Full job description Job Title: Head Football Coach Location:  Cheshire and Merseyside Position Type:  Full-time Are you an enthusiastic football coach passionate about nurturing young talent? An exciting opportunity has opened for a Head Football Coach in the Merseyside area, providing the chance to lead and inspire young athletes across various locations on their footballing journey. Offerings: Competitive salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum. Bonus scheme Generous fuel allowance package Free Childcare Full provision of equipment and uniform for coaching sessions. Access to a comprehensive coaching syllabus and resources. Opportunity to lead sessions at various locations, impacting a diverse range of young athletes. Chance to guide and shape young athletes' futures positively, both in sports and in life. The full-time schedule is divided into coaching and administrative hours. Coaching hours are...

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...

Derby County are pleased to reopen applications for a Finance Business Partner to join our Finance department at Pride Park Stadium — an exciting opportunity to play a key role at a pivotal time for the Club.   Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.   The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate commercial information for the Club DCFC management team to support their decision-making and assist in...

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...

Full job description Introducing Stockport County Women Football Founded in 1989 as part of Stockport County Ladies F.C., the women’s team has proudly represented the local community for more than three decades. From its formative years, through reintegration with Stockport County F.C. in the 2000/01 season, to promotion-winning campaigns and steady progression through the women’s football pyramid, the programme has consistently demonstrated resilience, ambition, and a deep-rooted commitment to growth. From the 2026/27 season, Stockport County F.C. will formally assume full ownership of the team, rebranding it as Stockport County Women — a significant and progressive step in the continued evolution of the women’s game within the Club. This transition represents the first phase of a clear commitment to professionalisation, fully aligning the women’s programme with the structure, standards, and long-term strategy of Stockport...