Job description:

Derby County are seeking to recruit a Youth Development Phase Coach to join the Academy Coaching 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 supporting the Youth Development Phase (U12–U16) in meeting the targets outlined in the Academy Performance Plan, Academy Playing & Coaching Philosophy, and Academy Values.                                                                                                              

The Candidate will also assist in delivering the coaching programme within the Youth Development Phase and contribute to the effective running of the Youth Development Phase Day Release programme whilst promoting the holistic development of players, ensuring their individual needs are met in line with their Individual Development Plans and model and uphold exemplary practice that reflects the DCFC Academy values for both players and staff across the phase

 

 

Key Role Responsibilities:

·         Coach an assigned age group squad and take responsibility for the progression and individual development of all players within the age group.

·         Ensure full adherence to the academy’s holistic player development approach at all times.

·         Complete all academy requirements on Kitman Labs and Hudl in line with established standards and deadlines.

·         Conduct player and parent review meetings every ten weeks, following academy guidelines.

·         Coach and manage the team within the age group games programme, overseeing all related logistical and operational arrangements.

·         Take ownership of your professional development via your Development Action Plan, aligned with the DCFC Coach Competency Framework.

·         Undertake ongoing personal CPD as required to meet the demands of the role.

·         Support the retention and release process in line with club policies and procedures.

 

Personal characteristics and experience:

·         Coaching within a football academy environment

·         Experience of using the Kitman Labs Platform (desirable)

·         Coaching within a Category 1 environment (desirable)

·         Playing at a semi-professional or professional standard (desirable)

·         Hardworking and enthusiastic

·         Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines

·         Excellent Communications skills both verbal and written

·         Able to build positive relationships with players, staff and stakeholders

·         Able to prioritise and manage own workload

·         Work using initiative and as part of a team

·         Able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances

 

 

Qualifications:

Essential

·         UEFA B License

·         FA Youth Award

·         Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football

·         Safeguarding Children Certificate

 

Desirable

·         UEFA A License

·         FA Advanced Youth Award (YDP)

 

Salary is competitive, dependent on experience.

 

 

Who are Derby County…

 

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 foundations in place for success.

 

Everything we do as a Club is built around the three pillars of stability, integrity and progress. Our core values are:

 

·         We are proud of who we are and what we do

·         We are positive, inspired and passionate

·         We are ambitious and driven

·         We are prepared, honest and humble

·         We are the heartbeat of our community

·         We are the club of opportunity

 

Derby County employee benefits include:

 

·         10% discount at DCFC Megastore

·         Company Pension with Aviva

·         Discounts with select Club partners and sponsors

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Access to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust

 

How to apply…

 

Derby County Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of the Club's commitment to providing a safe environment for children and young people, applicants should be aware that this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check.

 

Derby County Football Club is an Inclusive Club for all and is committed to Equality and Diversity.

 

To apply for this role, please complete an application form, which can be found HERE.

 

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More information can be found at https://www.dcfc.co.uk/page/jobsandcareers

 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 14 December 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

 

Strictly no agencies please.

 

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