29 academy jobs found in Birmingham

Birmingham City FC is looking for an experienced and driven Head of Academy Physiotherapy to oversee and manage the delivery of physiotherapy services for all Academy players. You will lead the physiotherapy department, ensuring the highest standards of player care and rehabilitation, while collaborating with the wider Performance Support Team. ​ Key Accountabilities: Provide physiotherapy services and rehabilitation for all Academy players Lead the Performance Support MDT and attend all professional development events Engage in the competency framework and appraisal process Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players, liaising with the Club Safeguarding Team Ensure compliance with policies, including Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety ​ Key Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate the Academy Physiotherapy programme in collaboration with the Performance Support MDT Work with the MDT to optimise Academy players' performance across...

Academy Operations Executive  ​ Birmingham City Women FC (BCWFC) is looking for an enthusiastic  Academy Administrator  to support the day-to-day operations of our Academy teams, ranging from Under 21s to Under 10s. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of fixtures, training, and compliance with governing body regulations. If you are passionate about football, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and possess strong administrative and organisational skills, this could be the perfect role for you ​ Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day support for BCWFC Academy teams, ensuring the smooth execution of match day and training logistics Coordinate venues, communicate with players, parents, and staff, and ensure compliance with FA and PGAAC regulations Monitor and manage staff qualifications, onboarding processes, and payroll submission in collaboration with HR and Finance departments Assist the Kit Manager in ensuring...

About The Role   About the Role: We’re looking for a dedicated and skilled Casual Academy Physiotherapist to assist in the management of injuries for U9 to U16 players. You will work alongside the Head of Academy Physiotherapy to provide essential pitch-side trauma cover for training and matchdays, both home and away.   Key Responsibilities: • Assess and manage injuries for U9 to U16 players, referring to internal and external health professionals as needed • Attend CPD events and engage in the competency framework and appraisal process • Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players in collaboration with the Club Safeguarding Team • Ensure compliance with the Club’s Policies and Procedures, including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities Policies   Key Relationships: • Head of Academy Physiotherapy • Head of Academy Performance Support • Lead Academy Doctors •...

About The Role Girl’s Academy Coach Term:                              Sessional Department:                    BCWFC  Location:                         External Training Venues  Reports to:                      Academy Manager (U14-10s)   Application closing date:     Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply and the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been...

There has never been a more exciting time to work at Wolves as we're currently in the process of developing practices, strategies and teams to deliver success at the very highest level. The Academy Scout role will predominately focus on players within the U13- U18 age group covering games & tournaments on a regional basis. You will be responsible for the identification & recruitment of players that are of a required standard to progress within the Development Programme of Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. Academy.

There has never been a more exciting time to work at Wolves as we're currently in the process of developing practices, strategies and teams to deliver success at the very highest level. The Academy Scout role will predominately focus on players within the U13- U18 age group covering games & tournaments on a regional basis. You will be responsible for the identification & recruitment of players that are of a required standard to progress within the Development Programme of Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. Academy.

Derby County Football Club, established in 1884, is one of the founder members of the English Football League and has a rich and varied history, including two First Division titles in 1972 and 1975 and an FA Cup success in 1946. The club are currently playing in the Sky Bet Championship, the second tier of English Football following their promotion from League One in the 2023/24 season, and is under the management of Head Coach Paul Warne. The club also boasts a successful and respected Category One Academy, a status which has been held since 2014, and a Women’s side competing in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division. Derby County recently embarked on an exciting new era following the change in ownership to Clowes Developments (UK) Limited, in the summer of 2022. Our track record of producing talent is outstanding, and we intend to protect that proud legacy, investing in key roles within the club to build on the foundations in place for success....

An opportunity has arisen at Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League for the position of casual Academy Coach to support its football operations at the Clayton Wood Training Ground in Trent Vale.  The successful candidate would have responsibility for supporting the full time coaching staff across the U9-U16 coaches within the Academy and Development Centres. The main responsibility is coaching players within in this age range, focusing primarily on a specific age group. You will also be required to deliver the Club’s coaching programme. The coaching department plays a key role in supporting the development of young players at the club. This is a fantastic opportunity to coach and develop players in an elite environment to build on the recent success of the Academy in progressing players to the first team. The role will require the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team, to provide the best programme for players to progress through the...

ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a sessional physiotherapist/sports therapist/sports rehabilitator to join our Academy medical team to support the medical operations throughout both the youth development and foundation phases.   THE PERSON The ideal candidate will hold excellent attention to detail. They will also need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends. We are looking for an individual with:  Commitment and strong work ethic Genuine team player Loyal | Trustworthy | Reliable  Proactive Drive for continuous learning    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The candidate will:  Provide pitch-side emergency aid and acute injury management at training and fixtures for players aged 9-16 years.  Uphold and demonstrate the values, standards and behaviours expected by Port Vale FC both inside & outside the Club.  Liaising with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and Head Sports Therapist of Youth Development and...

About The Role   You will be expected to manage the Emerging Talent Centre in all aspects with its purpose to identify talented individuals (U9-U14) ready to join the academy on an initial trial period. The Local Recruitment Co-ordinator will be an active scout around the North West identifying players who align with the academy’s player profiles. You will provide operational oversight for the Emerging Talent Centre and support the Academy Head of Recruitment where required. About The Candidate Oversee all aspects of the Emerging Talent Centre programme including training & fixtures. Advise and manage the progress of players within the Emerging Talent Centre liasing with Academy Head of Recruitment. Ensure all administration and operational duties associated with the Emerging Talent Centre are kept up to date. Identify and monitor suitable clubs & organisations that could support...

We are currently seeking host family providers, couples or singles, to support our elite young players who need to live away from home to undertake their football training at our club. Players may range from 15 to 21. ​ Host families would be required to provide homely accommodation throughout the season.  Players would require their own bedroom. ​Access to public transport and local amenities is desirable. ​ Our placements vary from short term one-night stays to longer term 5-7 nights week. We are recruiting for families who can offer either or both of these types of placements. ​ Host families would be required to guide our young players by teaching them basic independent living skills such as washing, cooking cleaning after themselves alongside self care skills, for example, how to book medical appointments. Young players are also paid a ‘wage’ so may also require guidance on saving and budgeting especially for items such as...

Department:  Facilities and Estates Team – Cleaning Services Team Hours of Work:  35 hours per week (including working evenings, weekends and matchdays) Contract Type:  Permanent Salary:  £26,390 per annum Location:  Villa Park and Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date:  Sunday 26 January 1.  The Department Our Facilities and Estates Department are responsible for looking after our facilities across all our sites – Villa Park, Bodymoor Heath Training Ground and our Brookvale Inner City Academy. This is an exciting time at the Club, we are celebrating our 150th anniversary, qualified for the 2024/25 Champions League and we are determined to continue growing our success on and off the pitch. The Facilities and Estates Department are vital in this journey, supporting the major redevelopment work across all sites, enabling our day-to-day operations and matchdays to happen and making sure all our...

You will serve as the lead goalkeeper coach for the U21s and spearhead the development process for all goalkeepers in the Girls Academy pathway. This role involves supporting the evolution and execution of the GK syllabus in collaboration with the Head of Coaching and Lead GK Coach. The candidate will attend fixtures and training sessions, participate in squad selection meetings, and manage the match minutes of the goalkeepers. ​ ​ Key Accountabilities: Lead GK Coach for the U21s. Select the goalkeeper for development league fixtures. Identify the next generation of talented goalkeepers. Deliver technical goalkeeping sessions across the pathway. ​ Key Relationships: Professional Development Phase Lead Youth Development Phase Lead Lead Goalkeeping Coach Recruitment Lead First Team Manager First Team Coaching Staff The FA/Women’s Professional League...

Blues is transitioning to operate as a media company, differentiating itself by building ‘fame’ through the content created across the organisation. This shift strengthens the Club’s reputation as a challenger brand on the rise, fuelling both fan base and commercial growth To support this transition, the Club is investing in infrastructure (two new media pods/studios), AI tools to enhance matchday content (WSC & STATSPerform), and additional team members (three new videographers, a social content creator for the women’s team, and an in-house photographer). Relationships with local universities will also create a talent pool to work with the team The new Head of Content and Production will unite the team and make a step change in the quality and quantity of output, particularly creating ‘reason to care’ content about players off the pitch The role will also involve adding new content products for commercialisation, such as a podcast...

About The Role   CORE RESPONSIBILITIES   Implementation of the coaching syllabus for the assigned U10 age group within the Foundation Development Phase Programme. Lead and assist on coaching within both training and games. To plan, create and evaluate coaching sessions as scheduled in the weekly plan. Ensure each player within the cell has an active ILG. To support age groups across the Foundation Development Phase Programme where required.     ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES   Development of players within the Foundation Development Phase. Implementing a coaching program of the highest quality for players within the Foundation Development Phase Programme. Attend all continued professional development events. Actively engage in a fully functioning coach development action plan (DAP), coaching competency framework (CCF) and integrated appraisal process. Monitor the wellbeing of Academy...

About The Role • You will be the Goalkeeping Coach for the Youth Development Phase and will be required to attend all practice sessions and Sunday games. • Follow and adhere to the Clubs Playing and Technical Philosophy as set out in the Academy Performance plan. • Show an understanding of the Long-Term Athletic Development plan allowing players to reach their full potential.• Show understanding of individual, unit and team strategies in line with the Clubs vision. • To act in a manner appropriate to a representative of West Bromwich Albion FC and to ensure that all players in your charge also act in an appropriate way at all times. • Promote the Academy and Clubs Football Philosophy and Vision. • To enforce the players and parents code of conduct. • Ensure all Sessions are completed on the PMA at the end of each evening. • Complete all individual player Learning Objectives and feedback...

About The Role   Part time which may include evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required and in line with business needs. Rates paid: £50.00 per Home Game £12.50 per Hour Away Games £45.00 Per Training Session Your main responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to the following: To ensure that academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. To provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions and games which you attend. To provide medical cover at all festivals, tournaments, and International Tournaments. To monitor, maintain and update your relevant medical qualifications and registrations. Will meet annually with the Academy Head of Performance to communicate and ensure current qualifications meet the necessary requirements of the relevant governing bodies. To provide effective communication...

1.      The Department The First Team Scouting Department provide detailed information, analysis, and recommendations to key stakeholders regarding the recruitment of prospective Men’s First Team players. Our ultimate goal is to contribute to the continued success and growth of the Men’s First Team performance whilst supporting emerging talent operations to maintain a longer-term approach to squad building and succession planning. In order to deliver our ambitious plans for nurturing, encouraging and developing such talent we have an exciting opportunity for an Emerging Talent Scout to join the First Team Emerging Talent and Loans department that situates as a conduit between the Boys Academy and Men’s First Team departments.   2.      The Role We are looking for an Emerging Talent Scout to join our Team. The role will be based at Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, and you will also be expected to work flexibly and travel to partner clubs and...

Department: Facilities and Estates Department - Pitch Grounds Team Bodymoor Heath Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (including Matchdays, Evenings and Weekends) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Attractive Remuneration Package Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Closing Date: Friday 31 January 2025 1.      The Department As part of the wider Facilities and Estates Department, the Pitch Grounds Team at Bodymoor Heath are responsible for looking after the playing surfaces for the Men and Women’s First Teams and our Boys and Girls Academies across 3 sites.  We have an opportunity for a Grounds Person to join our team to help us ensure that our Training playing surfaces are prepared and maintained to the highest possible standard. 2.      The Role This role will be part of the wider Pitch Grounds team at Bodymoor Training Ground. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include...

Department: Facilities & Estates – Cleaning Services Team   Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (including working evenings, weekends and matchdays)   Contract Type: Permanent   Salary: £22,932 per annum   Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground   Closing Date: Sunday 26 January 2025   1.      The Department Our Facilities and Estates Department are responsible for looking after our facilities across all our sites – Villa Park, Bodymoor Heath Training Ground and our Brookvale Inner City Academy. This is an exciting time at the Club, we are celebrating our 150th anniversary, qualified for the 2024/25 Champions League and we are determined to continue growing our success on and off the pitch.   The Facilities and Estates Department are vital in this journey, supporting the major redevelopment work across all sites, enabling our day-to-day operations and matchdays to happen and...