Girls Academy Youth Development Phase Coach

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club is seeking a Girls Academy Youth Development Phase Coach to inspire and develop young female players. This role involves planning and delivering training aligned with academy standards while supporting the Lead Phase Coach. The ideal candidate will have a UEFA B Licence and experience in youth coaching, bringing creativity and strong interpersonal skills to motivate players effectively.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday, rising with length of service

Rewards platform access

Enhanced family policies

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training and CPD opportunities

Exclusive discounts from partners

Qualifications

• Experience working with talented female players.
• Strong understanding of the Girls Academy system and England Talent Pathway.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, evaluate, and measure a training syllabus.
• Support the Lead Phase Coach on programme delivery and player development.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity

Energy

Education

UEFA B Licence

FA Emergency Aid Certificate

Safeguarding Certificate

Job description

Role: Girls Academy Youth Development Phase Coach

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 21 hours per week - to be worked flexibly alongside the Girls Academy training schedule

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing BN15 9FP

Contract Type: Permanent

Deadline Day: 28th May 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.

A great opportunity within our Girls Academy

Are you an innovator? Are you someone who inspires? Could you be our new Youth Development Phase Coach for our U16 girls academy squad?

You will work closely with & support the Lead Phase Coach (GU15-GU16) on programme delivery and player development throughout the season. You will plan, deliver, evaluate, and measure a training syllabus aligned with the criteria set out in the Professional Games Academy for Tier 1 status academies.

Do you have what it takes?

We seek a dynamic coach with experience working with talented female players. A strong understanding of the Girls Academy system and the England Talent Pathway for female athletes is essential. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, energy, and a passion for development, along with outstanding interpersonal skills to motivate young players effectively.

Qualifications required:

• UEFA B Licence
• Valid FA Emergency Aid and Safeguarding certificates

Our values are essential to our success

Our values guide how we connect with each other, our fans, partners, and sponsors. We embody these principles:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

How we say thank you

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday, rising with length of service (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Rewards platform with 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 free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season
• In-house training and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please contact us if you require reasonable adjustments for your application.

Safeguarding

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

This UK-based position requires proof of right to work in the UK. All offers are conditional upon background checks, including references, DBS checks, and work eligibility verification. We do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.