Boys Academy Education Lead (9–16)

Charlton Athletic Football Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlton Athletic’s Boys Academy is seeking an Academy Education Lead to oversee education for players aged 9–16, aligning school life with academy football to support academic progress and wellbeing. You will report to the Head of Education and Welfare, coordinate the U15/U16 hybrid training programme, and work with schools, families and coaches to monitor progress and provide targeted support.

Permanent, full-time at Sparrows Lane Training Ground with a salary up to £38,250; appointment

Qualifications

• A degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching at secondary level in an elite sporting environment.
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and experience of working with external agencies on young people’s welfare.
• Clear communication with children, families and professionals, and strong organisation.
• A collaborative approach and a keen interest in sport and football.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate education for players aged 9–16 across Foundation and Youth Development phases, connecting school life with academy experience.
• Coordinate the U15/U16 hybrid training programme, including school and parent agreements, attendance tracking, and attainment reporting to schools.
• Work with schools, families and coaches to monitor players’ progress, spot concerns early and provide practical support.
• Contribute to the Player Care education programme, covering areas such as social media, nutrition and mental skills.
• Support the academy safeguarding team with welfare concerns and school visits; take on designated safeguarding responsibilities at Sunday fixtures.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Collaboration

Interest in sport

Education

Degree & QTS

Job description

Charlton Athletic’s Boys Academy is looking for an Academy Education Lead who cares deeply about helping young players achieve academically while pursuing their football ambitions.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Education and Welfare, you will lead education for players aged 9–16 across the Foundation and Youth Development phases, connecting each player’s school life with their academy experience so that their learning, progress and wellbeing receive consistent attention.

A central part of the role is coordinating the U15/U16 hybrid training programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with schools, families and coaches to monitor players’ progress, spot concerns early and agree practical support
• Gather school reports, keep clear records and maintain regular contact with teachers
• Coordinate the U15/U16 hybrid training programme, including school and parent agreements, attendance and attainment tracking, and half-termly feedback to schools
• Contribute to the Player Care education programme, covering areas such as social media, nutrition and mental skills
• Support the academy safeguarding team with welfare concerns and school visits
• Take on designated safeguarding responsibilities at Sunday fixtures

About You

• A degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching at secondary level and an understanding of an elite sporting environment
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and experience of working with external agencies on young people’s welfare
• Clear communication with children, families and professionals, and strong organisation
• A collaborative approach and a keen interest in sport and football

Key Details

• Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground, with attendance at Sunday academy fixtures
• Contract: Permanent, full time (40 hours per week)
• Salary: Up to £38,250
• Appointment is subject to references, identity and right-to-work checks and an Enhanced DBS check
• Closing date: 13 November 2026 (the Club may close the vacancy early)