ACADEMY TEACHER

Barnsley Football Club; Hurworth-on-Tees, Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Middlesbrough Football Club’s Academy is seeking an experienced and passionate Teacher to support the academic progress of our young players aged 12-16 within the education programme. This part-time role offers the chance to help academy footballers succeed in education alongside their football development.

You will deliver classroom-based support, with expertise in Mathematics, English and Information Technology, and you will work 8 hours per week across two days (Tuesdays and Fridays) during

Qualifications

• Two years’ teaching experience, especially in Mathematics and/or English.
• Broad understanding of the GCSE curriculum across Mathematics, English and ICT.
• Ability to engage learners and adapt to individual learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Education & Welfare in delivering educational support for ages 12–16.
• Provide regular feedback on progress to students, schools and parents via the academy diary/reporting system.
• Monitor and support academic progress and personal development of academy players.
• Attend education and academy meetings as directed.
• Complete 10 hours of CPD or professional updating.
• Maintain a current DBS check and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Mathematics

English

Information Technology

Job description

Middlesbrough Football Club’s Academy is seeking an experienced and passionate Teacher to support the academic progress of our young players. If helping talented young people succeed in both education and football motivates and excites you, this could be the ideal opportunity for you, and we would love to hear from you!

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within Middlesbrough Football Club’s Category 1 Academy as an Academy Classroom Teacher. This rewarding part‑time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of our talented academy footballers.

The primary purpose of the role is to support the Academic development of Academy players aged 12-16 within the Club's education programme. Working closely with young players, you will provide classroom‑based support through computer‑based learning. You will help students remain engaged in their studies, complete and catch up on schoolwork, develop confidence in learning and achieve their educational potential alongside their football development

The successful candidate will bring subject expertise in Mathematics, English and Information Technology, together with a broad understanding of the GCSE subject curriculum, enabling them to provide effective support where required.

This is a part‑time position of 8 hours per week across two set days, which at present are Tuesday’s and Fridays, running as a term time role September to May during the football season.

THE ROLE

As Academy Teacher you will:

• Support the Head of Education & Welfare in delivering educational support and development for young people aged 12–16 who attend the Academy’s hybrid education model.
• Provide regular feedback on progress and target achievement to students, schools, and parents through the Academy’s electronic diary/reporting system.
• Monitor and support the Academic progress and personal development of young people aged 12–16.
• Attend relevant education and Academy meetings as directed by the Head of Education & Welfare.
• Commit to complete 10 hours of relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) or professional industry updating.
• Maintain a current DBS check and comply with all safeguarding regulations and protocols.

About The Candidate

THE SUCCESFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

Be enthusiastic, dedicated and organised teacher who is passionate about supporting the educational development of young people and helping them achieve their full potential.

• Have at least two years’ teaching experience, particularly in Mathematics and/or English.
• Be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the GCSE curriculum, including Mathematics, English and Information Technology.
• Be able to motivate and engage young learners, adapting their approach to meet individual learning needs.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with players, parents, schools and Academy staff.
• Understand safeguarding responsibilities and the importance of promoting the welfare of young people.
• Be committed to continuous professional development and maintaining high professional standards.
• Hold a valid first aid certificate.
• Hold a valid D1 driving licence entitlement (or be eligible to drive a minibus in accordance with current DVLA regulations).
• Have experience working with talented or high-performing young people in sport, education or a similar environment.
• Have an understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with balancing education alongside elite sporting commitments.

Additional Income Opportunity:

As part of this role there is an opportunity to increase your working hours by supporting the transportation of Academy players between the Club's Training Ground in Hurworth and the Riverside Stadium on education programme days when required and if you are interested in this. This responsibility would provide additional paid hours beyond the core 8-hour teaching commitment. As the Academy's needs evolve, there may also be opportunities to support other ad hoc duties, potentially increasing hours further and developing into fuller working days during the season.

Candidates interested in these additional responsibilities must be comfortable transporting young people.

WHY JOIN OUR ACADEMY?

This is unique opportunity to become part of a Category 1 Academy committed to developing outstanding young people as well as talented footballers. It’s an opportunity to combine your passion for education with the excitement of working within a professional football club. You will play an important role in shaping and supporting the education of players during their time in the Academy. There is a real sense of achievement in seeing young people develop their confidence, reach their educational goals and progress on their journey.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This role is subject to completion of an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Be eligible to work in the UK.

About The Club

Please note that this post falls within the scope of ‘regulated activity’ and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemptions) Act 1975.

MFC is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

MFC is also committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.