Girls Academy Youth Development Phase Coach

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

Job summary

A leading football club is seeking a Girls Academy Youth Development Phase Coach. The role involves developing U16 female players, requiring a UEFA B Licence and experience in youth coaching. The position offers flexible hours and various benefits.

Benefits

Complimentary breakfast and lunch

23 days holiday

Access to gym and padel court

Priority access to match tickets

In-house training program

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

Creativity

Energy

Interpersonal Skills

Education

UEFA B Licence

FA Emergency Aid Certificate

FA 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 all matters of programme delivery and player development throughout the season. You will plan, deliver, evaluate, and measure a training syllabus which fulfills the criteria set out in the Professional Games Academy for Tier 1 status academies.

Do you have what it takes?

We are looking for 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 effectively connect with and motivate young players.

To be considered for our Youth Development Phase Coach position, you will need to hold the following qualifications:

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

Our values are essential to our success

Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners, and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:

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

How we say thank you

In appreciation for your hard work and dedication, we are pleased to offer you a range of additional benefits, including but not limited to:

• Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
• 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Rewards platform, which includes 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 program and CPD opportunities
• Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses

Our commitment to EDI

We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in contact.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

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

This position is UK–based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.