Academy Director - Wolves FC. Closes 11 November

clubrugby; Wolverhampton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

clubrugby seeks an Academy Director to lead its football development and philosophy in Wolverhampton. The role involves strategic financial planning, managing Academy resources, and ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all players. Flexibility is essential as the position requires evening and weekend work. This is an opportunity for a strong leader passionate about youth football development and safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing sports programs.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans.
• Experience in safeguarding and player welfare practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive the vision of the Academy through strategic planning.
• Lead and develop the Club's Academy football philosophy.
• Ensure the Academy is a safe and inclusive environment for all players.

Job description

Reports to

Director of Recruitment and Player Development

Location

Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground / International & National

Hours

37.5 hours per week, exact hours and days to be agreed, flexibility in this role is essential as it includes evening and weekend work.

Job purpose

To drive the vision of the Academy through strategic financial planning, football development and effective leadership of people. The Academy Director will work closely with the Director of Recruitment and Player Development and First Team Staff. Reporting to the Director of Recruitment and Player Development, this role will lead and develop the Club’s Academy football philosophy and performance plan, taking overall responsibility of the management and direction for Academy Coaching, Recruitment, Medical, Sports Science, Education and Operations. The Academy Director will also ensure the Academy is a safe and inclusive space for all players, where safeguarding and player welfare are paramount and embedded across all areas of academy practice.