Job description:

Stevenage FC Foundation are looking to recruit a Live Well Officer to join our team…

Thanks to funding from North Hertfordshire District Council, Stevenage FC Foundation is seeking a highly motivated, responsible, enthusiastic, and committed individual to work within its expanding community programme.

The Foundation is looking to appoint a Live Well Officer to support the Health & Wellbeing arm of Stevenage FC Foundation to develop an accessible health and wellbeing offer, in a variety of settings for all, to live more active, healthy and positive lives.

What We Are Looking For:

A suitable candidate would have experience of delivering and helping coordinate health related programmes, that demonstrates changes in behaviour, working with budgets and be able to demonstrate partnership working from previous roles. You will help play a powerful and influential role in many peoples’ lives, by promoting the Foundation and its values and promoting the benefits of health and wellbeing within the community.

Benefits:

As part of your involvement with Stevenage FC Foundation the following benefits are available to staff:

• Stevenage FC staff kit provided relevant to the role
• A pension scheme is available for eligible applicants
• Travel mileage for work related expenses
• 23 days annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Free onsite car parking (non-matchday)
• Access to bespoke CPD from partners including Premier League, EFL in the Community, The FA, PFA and others
• One match ticket for Stevenage FC home league games
• In-house Employee Assistance Programme – including monthly mental health support
• Free attendance to all Stevenage FC Foundation sessions
• Access to a company laptop to complete the role
• Opportunities to work match days at Stevenage FC

Safeguarding:
Stevenage FC Foundation is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

As we are diverse organisation that respects differences in race, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, faith, background, or personal circumstance, we welcome all applications. We want everyone to feel valued and included in the football community and to achieve their full potential. Stevenage FC Foundation is opposed to any form of discrimination and commits itself to the redress of any inequality by taking positive action where appropriate.

Reasonable Adjustment:

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

How To Apply:

If you meet the essential criteria (as a minimum) and are interested in applying, please complete the following steps:

1) Complete the online Job Application Form – CLICK HERE

2) If you meet the essential criteria (as a minimum) and are interested in applying, please send your CV and a covering letter addressed to Joe Goude either by email [email protected]

Please note that any CVs received without an online application form completed with it, will not be considered for the vacancies.

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Job description:

Job Location       Academy Training Ground BR3 1NZ

Contract Type   Full-time      

Salary/ ROP        Competitive

Deadline             17th August 2025

 

Who we are:

 

We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - our London office, Selhurst Park stadium, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees
We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.
 

About this role:

Reporting into the Head of Academy Operations, the Academy Operations & Administration Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of the Academy with a particular focus on the U16 – U21 age groups along with the Academy Tours & Tournaments programme.

 

Responsibilities:
 

• Be one of two ‘Superusers’ for Teamworks, the Academy’s main operations and communications app
• Complete weekly U18 & U21 schedules on Teamworks to ensure the smooth daily operations of the Academy
• Complete all pre and post-match administration for the U16, U18 & U21 programmes
• Attend all Under 21 home fixtures and be the main point of contact for the away team
• Manage the Academy Tours and Tournaments programme (U9 – U16) – from identification of the tournament to the administration
• Respond to weekly external scout requests and compile access lists to be held at reception on a matchday
• Submit all Scholarship applications along with trialist paperwork for PDP Players
• Administer monthly Scholar expenses
• Arrange all hotel and transport requirements for U16 – U21 fixtures
• Sit on the Academy Management Team and circulate slides and next steps at the end of each meeting
• Arrange additional fixtures for PDP squads when necessary
• Arranging of Match Officials for U16 Fixtures and PDP Fixtures via the London FA
• Complete weekly and daily Whereabouts in line with FA Anti-Doping regulations
• Raising Purchase Orders for approval
• Liaise with Women’s Operations Manager to ensure no scheduling clashes across the Academy site
• Support other Academy departments with administrative processes as and when required
• Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
• Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

 

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience of working at a Category 1 or Category 2 Academy
• Experience of using the Teamworks app
• Knowledge of the EPPP
• Excellent IT skills
• Well organized and efficient
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passionate about Academy football

Benefits:
 

• Complimentary match day ticket
• Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
• Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
• 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
• Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
• Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice.
• Travel Season Ticket loan
• Holiday allowance that increases every year of service

 

 

Our commitment to Equality

At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.

We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

 

Reasonable Adjustment

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.

If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc.[email protected]). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.

 

Safeguarding

Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.

Job description:

Job Title: Coaches (Pre-Academy and Emerging Talent Centres)

 

Department: Football Division – Boys Academy Scouting Department

 

Hours of Work: Variable Hours (flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required for these posts) 

 

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 30 June 2026

 

Salary: Competitive

 

Location: Brookvale, Inner-City Academy and Bodymoor Heath Training Ground

 

Closing Date: Monday 25 August 2025

 

1. The Department

Our Boys Academy Department is proud to have achieved the prestigious Category One Academy status which reflects our commitment to delivering excellence across all areas of youth football including coaching, education, training, and facilities. This also includes our Pre-Academy and Emerging Talent programmes:

 

The Pre-Academy programme works with the U7 and U8s age groups, whilst players within these age groups are not officially signed players, we aim to provide a high-level quality coaching environment to develop and identify talented players to register at U9s.

The Emerging Talent Centres provide a platform for players who are deemed “on the fringes” to access high quality coaching and facilities. The aim of the emerging talent centres is to “Identify and Access” and “Monitor and Develop” a wider pool of players on a weekly basis.

2. The Roles

We are thrilled to announce two exciting opportunities for a highly motivated and proactive Coach and Assistant Coach to work across our Pre-Academy and Emerging Talent Centre Programmes who are passionate about identifying and developing young footballers.

 

• Coach (Pre-Academy)

You will need to hold a UEFA B Licence and have experience of planning, delivering, and monitoring elite football programmes.

You will be responsible for leading the development programme for your allocated age group and specific programme. You will lead on preparing, coaching, managing and debriefing your allocated age group for their games programme to deliver high-quality coaching sessions across the pre-academy age group. In this role, you will be based between our Bodymoor Heath Training Ground and Brookvale Inner-City Academy, therefore, you must hold a UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle or the ability to travel between our Club sites as and when required.

For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile.

 

 

• Assistant Coach (Pre-Academy/Emerging Talent Centres)

You will need to hold a UEFA C Licence (previously known as FA Level 2 Coaching in Football) and have experience of planning, delivering and monitoring football coaching sessions to a high level, particularly with young players between 7-11.

You will support and assist with the coaching of pre-academy and emerging talent centre programmes. This role will be based at Brookvale Inner-City Academy.

For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile.

Within both roles, you will work closely with the Coaching Staff and Talent ID Departments to support the development and identification of young players who have the potentially to play for Aston Villa Boy’s Academy. You will have access to a thorough Continued Professional Development (CPD) framework delivered across the season.

You must also be available to work flexibly as this role will require you to work evenings and weekends.

 

3. Why join us?

 

There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.

 

 

As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter.

For further information, the Role Profile and to apply please go to careers.avfc.co.uk/jobs

 

 

Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early

The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.

 

Equality Statement

Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.

 

We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.

 

Safeguarding Statement 

Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC - Safeguarding

Job description:

Derby County are seeking to recruit a Foundation Phase Assistant Lead 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 be responsible for supporting the delivery of an elite Foundation Phase programme for U9 – U11, working with the Foundation Phase Lead Coach, ensuring a high-performance environment is upheld and continuously enhanced. Setting the standard for high levels of conduct and coaching excellence, inspiring staff to support and strengthen the club’s high-performing Foundation Phase.

 

Key Role Responsibilities:

Coaching & Player Development

• Assist in implementing the Academy’s Foundation Phase development framework, aligning with the club’s vision and values.
• Design and deliver high-quality, age-appropriate coaching sessions in line with the club’s philosophy for an age group within the U9-U11 Foundation Phase.
• Support and mentor a team of coaches and support staff, ensuring high standards of professionalism and commitment.
• Conduct player assessments, provide feedback, and implement Individual Development Programmes (IDPs).
• Ensure optimal progression pathways, preparing players for transition into the next development phase, leading on the Player Audit process for the Foundation Phase.

Planning & Programme Management

• Deliver a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with Premier League guidelines.
• Foster an elite learning and training environment that prioritises player development and progression, support the Foundation Phase Lead to ensure games programme provides the appropriate challenges including, tours and competitive opportunities.
• Organise and oversee match-day preparation and performance analysis for specific age group.
• Maintain detailed records on player progression, performance data, and performance clocks using the appropriate platforms.
• Ensure appropriate session planning and cover is in place throughout the season.
• Champion the player/parent feedback process and ensure a transparent, no-surprise mantra is adhered to throughout the phase, you will be a key point of contact for players/parents across the phase, ensuring a professional approach is always a priority. 

Leadership & Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Management

• Support the Foundation Phase Lead Coach to mentor a team of academy coaches and support staff, fostering professional development.
• Lead when required on suitable meetings to track player development and progress.
• Collaborate with the Medical, Physical Performance, Analysis and Lifelong Learning teams to ensure a holistic player approach.
• Drive best practices in coaching methodology and player welfare.
• Uphold high standards in safeguarding and ethical conduct within the academy structure.
• Maintain adherence to Premier League regulations and best practices in youth development.
• Sit amongst a decision-making group for all Pre-Academy decision-making.

 

• To uphold and promote organisational policies and procedures, promoting those specifically applicable to this area of work and including equality, diversity and inclusion.
• To present and promote an appropriate public image representing the organisation.

 

 

Personal characteristics and experience:

• Experience of football coaching in a professional environment
• Experience in implementing policies and procedures and reviewing practices to ensure continuous improvement
• Previous experience of leading a Foundation Phase age group (desirable).
• Ability to manage and motivate a team
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels
• Ability to organise, schedule and adapt work tasks to meet conflicting deadlines and respond to changing situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to continuous personal and professional development
• Knowledge of the football recruitment process (desirable).

 

Qualifications:

Essential

• UEFA B / Coaching License
• FA Advanced Youth Awards
• Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football
• Safeguarding Children Certificate

 

Desirable

• UEFA A Coaching License

 

Salary is competitive, dependent on experience.

 

This is a full-time role, and due to the demands of professional football, there is a requirement for weekend and evening work, as well as regular national travel.

 

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:

 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Two complimentary staff season tickets
• Two complimentary staff away memberships, subject to availability
• 20% discount at DCFC Megastore
• Company Pension with Aviva
• Discounts with select Club partners and sponsors
• Healthshield Cash Health Plan to support employee health and well-being and Perks for great deals and discounts
• Participating in our employee forum, ‘The Herd’ and Staff Events!
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust
• Subsidised lunchtime meals at Moor Farm

 

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.

 

Alternatively, please copy and paste - http://thera.ms/apply - to your chosen browser.

 

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

 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 20 August 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

 

Strictly no agencies please.

 

Derby County Football Club’s Job Applicant Privacy Policy can be found at dcfc.co.uk.

 

Job description:

Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. 
 
During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. 
 
One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.        

From the 2025/26 season, we will embark on an exciting journey at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,888-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey.

In doing so, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.  

About the opportunity: For decades, our Club’s Academy has been one of the most respected and renowned in football, and its vision to develop young players who are technically and tactically capable of playing for Everton or having a career in the professional game remains as focused as ever.  

We have an exciting opportunity for a Academy Advanced Talent Program - Lead Coach to join our Academy Recruitment department based at our Finch Farm Training Ground. 

Supporting the Club Pathway Mission to discover and develop exceptional talent to integrate into the Academy groups you will deliver the Advanced Talent coaching program, leading the
group in line with the Coaching philosophy, vision, and values, of the Academy and the Club.

Working closely with the Academy Recruitment and Coaching team, to ensure that the needs of all players are fully catered for; whilst also managing a positive relationship with the parent group and always display behaviors that are in line with the Club Values & a Nil Satis Nisi Optimum work ethic ensuring  you go above and beyond in your role.

Other key responsibilities as part of this role will include:  

• Planning and delivering the coaching program for the Advanced Talent Program (ATP) in line with the relevant coaching curriculum and KPI’s established across the Academy Recruitment Department
• Providing a highly engaging program that supports both player development and player experience
• Alongside the Talent Pathway Manager, identify Individual Learning Objectives (ILOs) for each player to support their development within the Advanced Talent Program, delivering specifically designed small group sessions tailored to individuals
• Support player development and player experiences through the delivery of a weekly games program, providing pre, post and in-game feedback to support player development linking to players Individual Learning Objectives
• Support the delivery of local recruitment events throughout the year.

Who we are looking for: Essentially, we are looking for someone who has an excellent track record of working within the football industry, in particular experience of working with coaches and supporting children during coaching sessions.  

Organisational and time management skills will be key to succeed in this role as you must have the ability to plan and co-ordinate activities for a large number of people.   

Our successful candidate will have a genuine passion and commitment to ensuring professionalism and behaviors are consistently in line with Club values. 

As a requirement for this role, you must hold at minimum the following qualifications: 

• FA Coaching Level 2 (UEFA C Licence)
• Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Safeguarding Children Certificate
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure

If you feel you have the expertise we are looking for and would thrive off becoming an integral part of our Academy team, then we would love to hear from you!  

The role is permanent and will be based at Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood), working 16 hours per week with a willingness to work weekends and evenings. 

The closing date of this advert is Wednesday 20th August 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.        

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.            

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here             

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion       

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - [email protected]        

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.     

Job description:

Role: Academy Secretary

Hours: 35 hours per week, predominantly Monday to Friday, with some evening and weekend working.

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 19th August 2025

 

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.

 

Step into excellence at our Category 1 Academy

You will play a key role in supporting the development of future football talent. We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive administrator to manage the logistics and compliance of our Academy operations.

In this varied role, you’ll:

• Coordinate fixtures, tournaments, and travel for youth teams
• Liaise with governing bodies and ensure regulatory compliance (EPPP & Category 1)
• Support Academy audits and maintain accurate player records
• Communicate weekly updates to parents and manage our Academy platform
• Assist with registrations, expenses, and staff travel bookings.

 

To find out more about this role, click here to read the job description

 

Your background

We are looking for someone with prior experience in a football administration role within a professional academy setting, along with a solid understanding of EPPP regulations and Category 1 requirements.

 

You will be highly organised, able to build strong relationships across all levels of the Club, and be confident in managing competing priorities especially when working to tight deadlines.

 

Our values are essential to our success

Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

 

🔵 Treat People Well

⚪ Exceed Expectations

🔵 Aim High. Never Give Up

⚪ Act with Integrity

🔵 Make it Special

 

How we say thank you

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

 

🥗 Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites

🏝️23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

⚡Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!

👶 Enhanced family policies

🏋️‍♀️Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground

🎫 Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season

🎓 In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

💰 Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

 

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact [email protected]

 

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.

Job description:

The Essex County FA are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for an experienced individual to join their renowned Development Team as a Football Development Officer (FDO), covering the districts of Braintree, Colchester, Maldon and Tendring.

This permanent, full-time position will be based at the Association’s headquarters in Chelmsford, with flexible home working available. Alongside driving football participation in these local authorities above, the new FDO will strategically lead the Disability Player Pathway, coordinating with football development colleagues to drive disability football opportunities. Applications are required by Wednesday 27th August.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering the FA Grassroots Football Strategy and the County FA’s #MovingForward Strategy 2028. The position focuses on growing participation, enhancing the quality of football pathways and upholding the highest safeguarding standards across the county. Importantly, this is not a coaching role, but a strategic and developmental one.

Key responsibilities will include developing and delivering sustainable plans to grow participation and improve quality across all football pathways, as well as ensuring effective implementation of The FA’s Safeguarding Operating Standard for County FAs.

Ideal candidates will be university graduates (or equivalent), with strategy knowledge and a proven track record of working in sports development for at least two years. They’ll be able to demonstrate the ability to build strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, hold a full driving licence (with access to a vehicle) and be available for evening and weekend work when required.

The benefits include flexible hybrid working, bespoke training programmes delivered through The FA and the County FA, opportunities to attend major football events - including the FA Cup and Carabao Cup Finals and England internationals - plus access to Nike kits and exclusive discounts.

A full job description can be downloaded at https://www.essexfa.com/news/2025/aug/04/football-development-officer-vacancy. Applicants should complete the Application and ‘Section 12 Equality and Diversity Monitoring’ Forms, and return both via E-Mail to [email protected] by midnight on Wednesday 27th August. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Football Development Manager, Karl Sear, on (01245) 393094.

The Essex County FA promote equality and diversity in employment and welcome applicants from all parts of the community.

Job description:

ABOUT US

Burnley FC is an established professional football club with a rich history, located in the heart of the town and its community, we believe that Burnley is a special place – a home to extraordinary people like you. Come and be part of our story!

THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity has become available for a sociable and highly organised Academy Education Tutor at a pivotal time of transition and change for Burnley Football Club. 

THE PERSON

Are you looking for your next challenge? You may be our next Academy Education Tutor.

The ideal candidate will have an excellent understanding of teaching and be approachable in nature.

You will also need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to work evenings and weekends.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

As the Academy Education Tutor, you will be expected to:

 

• Contribute to the planning, delivery, assessment and administration for the Scholar’s academic programme (BTEC Level 3 in Sport Performance and Excellence).

 

• Support the Professional Development Phase players to manage and complete their individual programme of study.

 

• Create and implement a scheme of work, assessment plan and appropriate monitoring mechanisms.

The full job description can be found on Burnley Football Club’s website: Burnley FC Careers

Successful applicants will be subject to a social media check and an Enhanced Criminal Record Check (DBS) which will be paid for / requested by the employer.

If you require an alternative format of our job description and person specification and/or our application form, please contact the HR department at [email protected].

*Please note, should an adequate number of applications be received prior to the closing date, Burnley FC reserve the right to remove a job advert.

Job description:

Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community. 
 
During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough. 
 
One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.        

From the 2025/26 season, we will embark on an exciting journey at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,888-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey.

In doing so, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.  

About the opportunity: We have an exciting opportunity for a Pre-Academy Lead Goalkeeping Coach to join the Academy Coaching department based at our Finch Farm Training Ground. 

As Pre-Academy Lead Goalkeeping Coach you will be responsible for the pre-academy Goalkeeping coaching programme, development and leading sessions, in line with the Coaching philosophy, vision and values of the Academy and the Club.

Working closely with the pre-academy phase lead and foundation phase Goalkeeping coach you will ensure that the needs of all players are fully catered for, while ensuring professionalism and behaviours are consistently in line with Club values.

Other key responsibilities as part of this role will include:  

Coaching 

• Planning and delivering of the technical coaching programme for the pre-academy age group
• Create a fun, challenging and competitive environment for all player
• Coach and manage the goal keepers you lead within all aspects of the games programme
  (home & away) including group and individual programmes
• Liaise with all key pre-academy personnel when planning, arranging coaching sessions and

Player Development and Progression 

• Profile the technical, tactical, physical, and psychological attributes of each player, then create
  and agree individual development programmes for each boy in the phase
• Build working relationships with parents of players in the phase, ensuring communication is
  honest, clear and open to support the development of all players.
• Monitor potential safeguarding children risks and work with the Academy Safeguarding Officer,
  and the Head of Safeguarding for Everton Football Club to promote safer working practice
  throughout the Academy

Who we are looking for: Essentially, we are looking for someone who has an excellent track record of working within the football industry, in particular experience of working with goalkeepers and supporting children during coaching sessions.  

Organisational and time management skills will be key to succeed in this role as you must have the ability to plan and co-ordinate activities for a large number of people.   

Our successful candidate will have a genuine passion and commitment to ensuring professionalism and behaviours are consistently in line with Club values. 

As a requirement for this role, you must hold at minimum the following qualifications: 

• Level 2 (UEFA C Licence)
• FA Level 1 GK Coaching qualification
• Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Safeguarding Children Certificate
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure

If you feel you have the expertise we are looking for and would thrive off becoming an integral part of our Academy team, then we would love to hear from you!  

The role is permanent and will be based at Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood), working 16 hours per week with a willingness to work weekends and evenings. 

The closing date of this advert is Monday 19th August 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.     

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.            

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here             

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion       

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - [email protected]        

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.     

Job description:

A great opportunity has arisen to work in our Football Development department as an International Football Development Coach on a casual basis. You will play a vital role in supporting Wolverhampton Wanderers’ global football operations by delivering high-quality coaching sessions across key international markets including the USA, Asia, Africa and Europe.

 

This role is central to the club’s commitment to growing its international presence through the implementation of football-based programmes such as youth camps, talent identification sessions, elite player development, and recreational coaching. The coach will act as an ambassador for Wolves, consistently reflecting the club’s values and standards in every region and environment.

Please note that this is a casual role and there are no fixed hours. The hours are given on a casual basis. For more details on this role and the requirements, please see the below job description.

 

The link to the job description is: jd-international-fd-coach-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

 

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Closing date: 2nd Sept 2025