Academy Age Group Casual Coach (U7–U16)

Sheffield Wednesday F.C.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Sheffield Wednesday FC is seeking Academy Age Group Casual Coaches for the Foundation Phase and Youth Development Phase (U7-U16) at the SWFC Training Ground in Sheffield. You will plan, deliver and evaluate coaching sessions while aligning with the club's philosophy and EPPP requirements.

The role is casual, with evenings and weekends, and may involve travel for away games. Applicants should hold UEFA B/C licences, FA Youth Award and safeguarding qualifications, with DBS clearance essential.

Qualifications

• UEFA B/C Licences or equivalent coaching qualifications.
• Experience coaching youth within an academy setup is preferred.
• Knowledge of EPPP rules and academy structures is essential.
• Enhanced DBS and safeguarding qualifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, record and evaluate coaching sessions for your age group.
• Coach in line with the club's coaching philosophy and playing style.
• Help create an elite, multidisciplinary development environment.
• Meet all EPPP requirements and support away games.

Skills

UEFA B/C Licences

Youth coaching

EPPP knowledge

Safeguarding/First Aid

Education

UEFA B Licence (U9-U16) or UEFA C Licence (U7-U8)

FA Youth Award (U9-U16)

DBS safeguarding qualification

UEFA A Licence / FA Advanced Youth Award / degree

Job description

Sheffield Wednesday are looking for Academy Age Group Casual Coaches for the Foundation Phase and Youth Development Phase (U7-U16).

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Coaching and Phase Manager, you will help create an elite, multidisciplinary environment that maximises the development of players in your age group, meeting all EPPP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, record and evaluate coaching sessions for your age group
• Coach in line with the club's coaching and playing philosophy
• Help create an elite, multidisciplinary development environment
• Meet all EPPP requirements
• Support away games, with some travel required

About You

• UEFA B Licence (U9-U16) or UEFA C Licence (U7-U8)
• The FA Youth Award (U9-U16)
• FA Safeguarding Children and an up-to-date emergency aid qualification (BFAS or EFAiF)
• Knowledge of academy structures and EPPP rules
• UEFA A Licence, FA Advanced Youth Award, a relevant degree and FA Talent ID qualifications are desirable
• Enhanced DBS check required

Key Details

• Location: SWFC Training Ground, Sheffield, with some travel
• Contract: Casual, zero hours (evenings and weekends)
• Closing date: 31 May 2027