31 academy jobs found in Tamworth

Department:                               Academy / Operations Location:                                        The Knighthead Training & Academy Grounds A brilliant opportunity for an Academy Driver has arisen within the Academy Department.   The duties include the following: ​ Key Accountabilities  Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy and Health & Safety Policy and procedures at all times. Ensuring safe transport for all  Academy players/trialists and staff. Attend all continued professional development events as and when requested. Actively...

Girls Academy Driver - Casual As a Casual Girls Academy Driver, you will play a vital role in our day-to-day operations, transporting players (aged U10–U21), staff, and trialists between key locations including the Knighthead Performance Centre, St Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park, education providers, medical appointments, and UK airports. You will represent the Club in a professional and friendly manner, ensure the safety and wellbeing of all passengers, and maintain high standards of vehicle care and cleanliness. This is a flexible, casual position designed to meet the operational needs of the business. Please not therefore this role will include evenings, weekends and occasional travel across the UK. ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Transport Academy players, trialists, and staff according to set schedules Drive to and from various venues including homes, schools, host families, airports, and club sites Log and report...

Academy Education Officer ​ Birmingham City Football Club are recruiting for an Academy Education Officer. You will play a pivotal role in tracking and supporting the academic progress of our registered Academy players in the U13-U16 Age groups, ensuring they achieve their individual academic flight paths. ​ Key Responsibilities: Support the Head of Academy Education to maximise the academic performance of all Academy players. Engage in professional development events and a competency framework. Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players in collaboration with the Club Safeguarding Team. Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, particularly concerning Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety. Assist Academy Education Tutors in delivering and assessing educational content. Build strong relationships with players, parents/carers, and partnership schools. Contribute to departmental reviews and KPIs....

Role Purpose ​ Birmingham City Football Club are recruiting for a Lead Nutritionist to support the Academy performance nutrition programme, providing age-specific education, monitoring, and interventions for players, parents, and staff. ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Develop and implement evidence-based nutrition education and resources. Provide individualised nutritional support for older players (PDP) through assessments and tailored plans. Collaborate with medical and performance staff for integrated player care. Support players during training, competitions, and travel. Maintain records and track nutrition-related progress. Attend match days to implement nutritional provision and recovery support. Deliver workshops and manage the online nutrition hub for players and parents. Support young players living away from home. Work with coaching and player care staff to align nutrition with development...

We are seeking an Academy Doctor to provide match day medical cover for our Professional Development Phase (PDP) teams within our Category 1 Academy. The role involves working alongside our medical team to deliver immediate medical support during fixtures, including injury assessment and acute management.  This role will require you to be self employed. Equality and Diversity West Bromwich Albion FC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to provide equality and fairness for all employees and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.  West Bromwich Albion Football Club also welcomes applications from suitably qualified members of the armed forces family.    Applications will only be accepted when...

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in our Academy's Performance and Medical department as a Lead Academy Physiotherapist. You will be responsible for the physiotherapy provision across our 9s- 21s program. This role will also involve work with the transition/loan squad and first team as required by the needs of the Club, particularly at high intensity workload periods. For more details on the role and its requirements, Please see the below job description. The job description for the role is:  lead-academy-physiotherapist.pdf To apply for the role, you will need to complete an application form & diversity form which can be found on our website. The link to the website is:  Vacancies | Club | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC SG-00-07052025 Closing date: 21st May 2025

Head of Academy Technical   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 John Eustace. 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...

About The Role Specific Responsibilities: • In conjunction with the Head of Coaching (HOC) and Lead YDP/ FP Coach oversee and deliver the technical programme for academy players in the YDP/ FP • Monitor the development of the players, recording individual player data on the PMA • Liaise with the Head of Coaching and Lead YDP/ FP Coach to create session plans appropriate to individual learning • Devise individual learning objectives and action plans for each player within the YDP • In conjunction with the HOC, Lead YDP/ FP Coach and Head of Education formulate and deliver a review process every 6 weeks for each Academy player and provide written assessment player feedback bi-annually to the parents • Liaise closely with the Head of Recruitment/AMT on identifying and monitoring trialist players for the YDP/ FP age groups • Manage a YDP/ FP age group alongside HOC/Lead YDP Coach/part-time coaches in the category specific...

About The Role   Be responsible for the provision of therapy and first aid services to the NTFC Academy on a casual basis.   Job Description    Main duties lie with providing therapy services during evening training and weekends within the Academy for U9-U16 players.   Support with Medical screenings and physical testing of players.   To ensure appropriate assessment and diagnosis of injuries sustained by U9-U16 players within the Academy.   To ensure appropriate therapeutic interventions for players with injuries and prevention of injury strategies are implemented within the Academy.   To ensure that appropriate and comprehensive medical notes are completed and uploaded onto Kitman Labs in accordance with the appropriate timeframe   To attend games and provide immediate attention to any injuries sustained.   Comply with all aspects of...

About The Role   The postholder is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of everyone attending all events at the Stadium (and other sites) in accordance with the Guide to Safety at Sports Grounds (Green Guide), the specific requirements of the Safety Certificate issued by the Local Authority under the Safety of Sports Ground Act 1975 and the Club’s Health and Safety (including Spectator Safety) Policies and Procedures.   Note: this includes Football Matches and other sporting events; as well as non sporting events such as concerts and conferences    MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Plan, implement and monitor all matches and events at the Stadium, to ensure the management and operation of those events is fully compliant with national legislation and with the guidelines set down by the Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA). In conjunction with any external Health and Safety Contractors,...

Player Care Lead ​ We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Player Care Lead to join our Professional Game Academy (PGA). This key position is focused on providing exceptional support to all PGA players, ensuring their wellbeing and development through comprehensive Player Care and Performance Lifestyle initiatives. ​ This is a full-time position and will require flexibility with working hours to meet demands of the role including evenings and weekends. ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Support the Individual Development Plan (IDP) and Education Individual Development Plan (EIDP) processes. Manage and track Player Data in collaboration with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). Develop and deliver our Lifestyle curriculum in partnership with external stakeholders. Assist players and families utilising school release programs for training and matches. Collaborate with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to prioritise...

Senior Physiotherapist ​ As a Senior Physiotherapist at Birmingham City Football Club, you will play a key role in delivering best-in-class physiotherapy services, with a focus on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement. You’ll work in close collaboration with our Head of Physio, Head of Medical and Performance, coaching staff, and sports science team to ensure players are fit, healthy, and ready to perform at the highest level. ​ This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. ​ What can we offer to you? Auto-enrolment into the Company’s Pension Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme through Help@Hands, which offers a wide range of services and support through dedicated professionals, including virtual GP appointments within 24 hours, unlimited mental health support and counselling sessions, a 24/7 helpline, and access to savings and discounts. This can also be used by immediate family. Free...

Women’s Media and Editorial Lead ​ Join us as the Women’s Media and Editorial Lead, where you will be at the forefront of media management and content creation for Birmingham City Women. As a key contact for external press inquiries, you'll leverage your media expertise to tell compelling stories, collaborate across departments, and build strong relationships with players and staff. Attendance at all Women’s fixtures is essential. ​ This role requires flexibility to suit the Women’s football schedule. ​ ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Lead the media strategy and content output for Birmingham City Women. Develop a comprehensive content plan in collaboration with the Social Media Executive. Increase the visibility of lifestyle and cultural content that reflects player personalities. Manage all external media requests and facilitate player interviews. Ensure a seamless media operation on...

Women's Lead Goalkeeping Coach Birmingham City Women FC is on the lookout for a hard-working, ambitious, and visionary Lead Goalkeeping Coach to join our Women’s First Team. Reporting directly to the Women’s First Team Head Coach, you'll be responsible for designing and leading a high-performance goalkeeping programme that underpins both team success and individual development. Your role will span tactical planning, technical delivery, analysis, and pathway integration. ​ Key Responsibilities: ​ Develop and deliver a comprehensive, forward-thinking goalkeeping programme. Write and lead on the BCWFC goalkeeping strategy across the entire women’s pathway. Attend all Women’s First Team training sessions and matches. Provide pre- and post-match analysis, including opposition breakdowns and individual development plans. Lead and support the implementation of the team’s restart strategy....

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...

Job Title:  Part Time Club Sport Psychologist  Location:  Sky Blue Lodge, Ryton on Dunsmore Reporting to:  Performance Director Hours of work:  Part-time  Application Deadline:  Monday 18 March 2024 Coventry City Football Club is seeking a Club Sport Psychologist to work part-time predominantly with the First Team at the Club’s Training Ground, but with alignment to the Academy Performance Psychology provision. Working with the Coventry City’s First team, this role will ensure we have proactive and responsive sport performance psychological support to individual players, and the team to help us achieve our collective objectives. Duties will also include the provision of team psychology workshops, the education and development of first team staff and working in alignment with other psychology disciplines to provide a holistic person-centred approach throughout the Club. The candidate will need to...

Job Title: Club Clinical Psychologist   (Consultant)  Location: Remote Reporting to: Performance Director Hours of work: Ad hoc (Consultancy) Application Deadline: Monday 18 March 2024 Coventry City Football Club is seeking a pool of Clinical Psychologists to work on an ad hoc basis with first-team and academy players, and performance staff. Working on a consultancy basis, we are looking to provide ‘gold standard’ psychology provision across our performance departments in the first-team and academy. The clinical psychology provision will help enhance our support to those contending with clincial levels of psychological conditions. Duties may also include the provision of psychology workshops, the education and development of first-team and academy staff, and working in alignment with other psychology disciplines to provide a holistic person-centred approach throughout the Club. The candidate will need to have...

An amazing opportunity has arisen to work within our Academy as a Head of Education. The Head of Education will be responsible for leading the educational development of Academy players, ensuring they receive the highest standard of education. The role will focus on academic progress, personal development, and life skills training, contributing to the all-around development of young footballers to prepare them for life both in and out of football. For more details on the role and its requirements, Please see the below job description. The job description link is:   jd-head-of-education.pdf To apply for the role, you will need to complete an application and diversity form which can be found on our website. The link to the website is:   Vacancies | Club | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Ref: MJ-00-13052025 Closing date: 27th May 2025

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.