39 academy jobs found in Stoke-on-Trent

About The Role   Job Summary Reporting into the Academy Head of Performance Support; Casual Sports Therapists will provide medical support and expertise to Academy Players and other Academy Clinical/Medical staff as required. Ensure Academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. Provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions/games/festivals/tournaments which you attend To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant Academy Clinical and Coaching staff of the progress of players under your care. To monitor and reflect upon the practices and treatment you provide to ensure continual professional development. To ensure the appropriate medical equipment is present at all training sessions and games you are covering. To check equipment regularly and ask for training if you are unfamiliar with the equipment. To familiarize...

An amazing opportunity has arisen to work within our Academy as the Academy Director. The successful candidate will lead & develop the Club's Academy football philosophy and performance plan, taking overall responsibility of the management and direction for Academy Coaching, Recruitment, Medical, Sports Science , Education and Operations whilst driving the vision of the Academy through strategic financial planning, football development and effective leadership of people. For more details on the role and its requirements, Please see the below job description. The link to the job description is:  academy-director-job-description-oct-2025-final.pdf To apply for the role, you will need to complete an application form and diversity form which can be found at the top of our website. The link to the website is:  Vacancies | Club | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Ref: MJ-00-28102025 Closing date: 11th November 2025

ROLE DESCRIPTION:   Name of Role: Lead Coach (Academy Age Group)  Reporting to : Head of Academy (U8-U16)  Venue: Wright Robinson College, Abbey Hey Lane, Gorton, Manchester, M18 8RL  Part time (typically two training sessions per week on Monday and Friday evenings, plus  a Saturday morning fixture). Successful applicants will be engaged on a self-employed basis, with a sessional rate paid.  To strengthen and further develop our staff team, the club is currently seeking Lead Coaches for some of our U8-U16 boys age groups for the 2025/26 season. This role would suit Coaches looking to extend their experience and progress their careers. The club has a strong record in developing staff across areas including coaching, with many individuals progressing on to exciting positions within the game.  The successful candidate(s) will be a positive role model for our young players, who can help support their individual development. Willingness to work as part of a wider team of...

At Manchester United, our focus is to create a high-performance environment where everyone can be their best, working together towards our common goal of football success. We believe the key to achieving this goal is connection and collaboration. Everyone coming together, working from one of our Manchester United office locations every working day to share skills, knowledge and ideas, building on the best of what we already do and looking at where we need to change and innovate.   The Purpose:        Manchester United Academy are looking for Academy Drivers with a professional background to work alongside a scheduled transport plan, to provide a passenger service for players & staff around the Greater Manchester area and wider UK. The primary role will be to transport players to and from training sessions. The Role: We are looking for organised drivers, with the ability to work safely and within the rules set out in our...

1.     The Department 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 Performance Analysis Department looks to maximise the skillsets of each individual staff member to enhance the content produced within each area of our delivery cycle and has an excellent track record of providing a platform for the development of Performance Analysts.   2.     The Role Working as a Senior Performance Analyst, you will be responsible for the U21 age groups analysis provision (pre, live, post, statistical, databases). You will provide U21 coaching staff and players with video, data and material to support the development of individual...

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 have an exciting opportunity for a Goalkeeping Coach to join the team, specifically working with the Foundation Phase (U9-11).   2.      The Role Working within the phase specific programme, you will assist with the development of Goalkeepers by assisting with the provision and delivery of high-quality goalkeeper training, coaching and support throughout the...

Birmingham City Football Club is seeking a forward-thinking and experienced Head of Academy Physiotherapist to lead the medical and rehabilitation services across our Academy, from U9s to U21s. Based at the Knighthead Performance Centre, you will play a key leadership role within the Performance Support Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and contribute to the development of the next generation of BCFC talent. ​ ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Lead, manage, and develop the Academy’s physiotherapy programme in alignment with the Academy Performance Plan. Oversee injury assessment, rehabilitation, return-to-play processes, and performance enhancement for all Academy players. Line manage physiotherapy staff and ensure effective collaboration within the MDT. Ensure the delivery of a cohesive, high-quality physiotherapy service across all development phases. Monitor medical expenditure and uphold standards required for ISO audit and EPPP...

Department:  Academy Coaching Location:  Knighthead Performance Centre Reports to:  Head of Coaching and Lead Foundation Phase Coach Hours:  Casual (flexible, to meet programme needs) ​  Birmingham City Football Club is committed to the growth and development of young players through a clear football philosophy and elite coaching environment. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic  Casual Academy Coach  to support the delivery of our coaching programme within the Foundation Development Phase, Pre-Academy, and Talent Identification Development Centre. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the long-term development of talented players, ensuring they are challenged, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. ​ ​ The Role The Casual Academy Coach will plan, deliver, and evaluate coaching sessions and fixtures, working in line with the Academy Performance Plan and Premier...

Contract Type: Casual, 0 hours Location: Sheffield United Training Academy, Shirecliffe Department: Academy Elite Performance Line Manager: Head of Academy Elite Performance / Academy Doctor Schedule Working hours will need to be flexible; each assignment is expected to require approximately 4 hours to support matchday cover. Post Reference: AC102025-CAD Sheffield United FC Academy is committed to delivering a world-class player development environment, underpinned by our ambition to Out Run, Out Fight, Out Play the opposition. To support this, we are looking to appoint a Casual Academy Doctor to contribute to the provision of high-quality medical care across our Academy age groups. The successful candidate will work alongside our medical and performance staff to provide pitch-side medical support on matchdays, ensure best practice in the assessment and management of...

Contract Type: Casual Location: Various Department: Academy Recruitment Line Manager: Head of Local Recruitment Rate of Pay: £12.21 per hour, up to 6 hours per week available dependent on availability, plus expenses can be claimed for any milage outside of your normal zone area. Rate of Pay: Regular CPD opportunities and networking opportunities available with internal and external providers. Eligibility to partake in the Scouting Bonus scheme. Branded Club Jacket supplied. 1st team Match Day ticket (dependent on availability) Post Reference: AC102025-AS3 Sheffield United Football Club is actively seeking new academy scouts to enhance our talent recruitment team. For this role we are particularly interested in candidates who possess a robust understanding of local football, coupled with strong connections within the relevant zones. Successful candidates will be instrumental in uncovering and...

Engagement:  Casual position offering variable hours on a flexible basis Location:  The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR Department:  Academy Coaching Reporting to:  Head of Academy Goalkeeping About the Role: Nottingham Forest Football Club is looking for dynamic qualified part-time casual Pre Academy Goalkeeper Coach to join our Category 1 Academy Coaching Department within the Pre Academy Phase. They will implement our modern player development processes and report to the Head of Academy Goalkeeping and be responsible for the technical development of the goalkeepers. Creating an exciting and innovative environment, they will be tasked with supporting our pre academy goalkeepers within training and games. They will have strong knowledge of how young people learn and deliver engaging and energetic session content to deliver on our aim of developing Premier League quality players for our first team. Key Tasks and...

Birmingham City Football Club is seeking a highly professional and reliable Casual  Academy Driver  to join our Operations & Administration Department. This role plays a vital part in the smooth running of our Academy programme, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of Academy players, trialists, and staff. Please note, this is a casual role. ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Safely transport Academy players, trialists, and staff according to the weekly transport schedule. Drive players between home addresses, training grounds, host accommodation, matchday venues, schools, airports, and other locations as required. Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and safeguarding at all times. Ensure vehicles are kept clean, serviced, and maintained in line with Club policies. Report any vehicle-related issues promptly to the Head of Academy Operations & Administration. Wear correct uniform and maintain a professional...

Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club as an Academy Sports Scientist (Focus U9 - U14)! Contract Type:  Permanent Hours Per Week:  37.5 Hours Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at Leicester City Football Club? About The Role & Who We’re Scouting We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Academy Sports Scientist (Focus U9 - U14) to join our squad at Leicester City Football Club. As an Academy Sports Scientist (Focus U9 - U14), you’ll play a key role to define and lead a leading-edge sports science provision based on a youth physical development model (YPDM) for Foundation Phase (FP) and Youth Development Phase (YDP) academy players to maximise their potential. Your responsibilities will include working in collaboration with all departments to build a world-class, leading-edge organisation, where everything is possible, by adhering to the Academy Performance Plan, creating a fun, exciting...

Job Title Part Time Age Group Coach 3 vacancies across age groups 9-16 Reports to Phase lead coach Location The Rotherham United Academy is located at the New York Stadium & Graham Solley Sports Development Centre, Sheffield Hallam University, Bawtry Road, Sheffield S9 1UA. You will be expected to undertake travel as is necessary to fulfil your job requirements. Hours This is a part time role requiring flexibility to work evening and weekend fixtures, including regular travel to away matches.  Remuneration Dependent upon experience and qualifications Job Purpose/Responsibilities To coach a specific age group within the academy according to the academy philosophy and syllabus.   To deliver effective and innovative session plans in line with club philosophy To maintain accurate records of training...

Contract Type: Casual Location: Various Department: Academy Recruitment Line Manager: Head of Local Recruitment Rate of Pay: £12.21 per hour, up to 6 hours per week available dependent on availability, plus expenses can be claimed for any milage outside of your normal zone area. Rate of Pay: Regular CPD opportunities and networking opportunities available with internal and external providers. Eligibility to partake in the Scouting Bonus scheme. Branded Club Jacket supplied. 1st team Match Day ticket (dependent on availability) Post Reference: AC102025-AS4 Sheffield United Football Club is actively seeking new academy scouts to enhance our talent recruitment team. For this role we are particularly interested in candidates who possess a robust understanding of local football, coupled with strong connections within the relevant zones. Successful candidates will be instrumental in uncovering and...

Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League is looking for Host Families to accommodate young players between 13-23 years of age. Homes need to be located within a close proximately to the Clayton Wood Training Ground (ST4 6NB) as transport for young players is provided by the Academy. Hosts are encouraged to include young players in family life and young players are expected to respect their Host Family’s way of life. Both hosts and young players are given guidelines explaining what is expected of them.  All our Host Families are regularly visited and inspected by the Academy Safeguarding Officer, and are required to provide satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. In return the Club will provide the Host Family with a payment as well as the necessary training to ensure you understand the needs of an elite athlete. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all...

Wolves are seeking host families who can provide accommodation for Academy players aged 14-19 years. Our ideal Host family provision will be able to offer our young players a stable, safe and comfortable environment. We believe our players perform better on the pitch when they are settled and content at home. At Wolves we pride ourselves on a nurturing environment and we want our players to fulfil their potential both ON and OFF the pitch.

About The Role   Job Purpose: Shrewsbury Town FC is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a sports therapists/physiotherapists to work within the club's Academy department. The primary function of the post is to support the Lead Academy Physiotherapist with injury treatment, injury protocols, EAPs and medical equipment, and to provide pitch side first aid, injury assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for the whole Academy programme.   Main Responsibilities:  Ensure Academy players under your care receive appropriate assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. To provide appropriate medical cover is at all training sessions, games, festivals and tournaments which you attend. To provide effective communication strategies to inform relevant staff of the progress of players under your care, in particular the Lead Physiotherapist, Academy Sports Science, the Academy Manager, and...

About The Role   An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Part-Time Goalkeeper Coach Academy Coach (U9-U16) to join our Academy Coaching Department. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative individual, who will be responsible for working as part of our coaching team to primarily support our academy goalkeepers. The successful candidate will plan, deliver and review the academy goalkeeper coaching sessions in line with our playing and coaching philosophies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a desire and enthusiasm for their own development. Working hours include 2 evenings and a Sunday home game per week. About The Candidate Essential UEFA B Licence GK UEFA B Licence  FA Safeguarding Qualification FA Level 1 First Aid Award Have a flexible approach to work. Demonstrates honesty, integrity, reliability and the ability to ensure confidentiality at all time. Friendly, well organized...

Derby County are seeking to recruit an experienced Assistant U18 Coach to join the Academy Coaching 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 play a key role in the Professional Development Phase at our Category One Academy, supporting the delivery of the Academy programme to the Under-18 age group and assisting the U18 Lead Coach on a daily basis....