Job description:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of FA Coaching Level 3/UEFA B or above, with the knowledge and experience working within the girls’ football pathway. They will also hold valid and in-date FA Safeguarding Children’s qualification and Introduction to First Aid Football (IFAIF) qualification. It is preferable that candidates hold a full driving licence. 

Key Responsibilities

Design and embed the technical framework within the centre.

Ensure individual player development is embedded throughout the programme.

To ensure players with potential are identified and retained within the Centre.

Liaise with the relevant coaches to ensure delivery correlates with the weekly topic, and plan accordingly to when goalkeepers would be needed within practices within their group across the 30 week programme.

To complete player IDP’s per block alongside coaches to monitor player development.

To oversee coaching team alongside Centre Manger.

Ensure that the Kent FA philosophy and ethos is followed at all times.

Ensure effective communication between all departments and stakeholders, including parents, is continuous throughout the season.

To adhere to the FA Safeguarding and equality policies and procedures.

To adhere to the FA and Kent FA ETC codes of conduct at all times.

To adhere to the Kent FA ETC Data Protection Policy and Privacy Policy.

What we can offer

An opportunity to work within the new female pathway with high performing players.

Access to high-quality training, networking and personal development opportunities. 

Support along your coaching journey.

About Kent FA

The Kent FA is passionate about increasing the opportunities for all sections of Kent’s communities to play football. Thus, the delivery of the girls Emerging Talent Centre for identifying and nurturing talented female players in the county and providing accessible training and opportunities on individual development to prepare them for the next steps within the football pathway.

Safeguarding

Kent FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according the nature of the role and the information provided.

Equality and Diversity

Kent FA promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone, and we encourage applicants to complete our Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form. If you have any requirements in relation to the recruitment or interview process, please include details on the application form.

Application and Selection Process

To apply for this role, please send a completed Application Form and Equality & Diversity Monitoring Form found  https://www.kentfa.com/news/2026/aug/28/vacancy---kent-fa-etc-player-development-lead by email to [email protected]

The closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 4th October 2026. Applications received after deadline will only be considered in exceptional circumstances. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.

Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application; however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and drawn directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or content generated by artificial intelligence, as your own), applications may be withdrawn. 

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sam Buttress, Kent FA ETC Centre Manager on [email protected].