Girl's Academy Lead Scout & Assistant Coach (Dual role)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Girl's Academy Lead Scout & Assistant Coach in Manchester. This dual role combines scouting and coaching, focusing on maximizing player potential and developing talent pathways for young athletes. You will be part of a high-performing team, implementing effective scouting strategies and innovative coaching practices. If you're passionate about youth recruitment and have a strong background in coaching, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in women's football. Become part of a dynamic environment that champions player development and teamwork.

Qualifications

• UEFA B or A Licence qualification is mandatory.
• Experience in youth development and elite youth scouting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of high-potential players across the UK.
• Assist in coaching to develop players for progression to the first team.

Skills

Youth Recruitment

Talent Identification

Coaching Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

UEFA B or A Licence

FA Youth Award

FA Advanced Youth Award

Tools

DBS Check

Level 2 Talent ID Certificate

Job description

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Girl's Academy Lead Scout & Assistant Coach (Dual role), Manchester

Client: City Football Group

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Reference: 748b4dd9a5fe

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Closing Date of Applications – 26/06/2024

Please note this role is a 1-year Fixed Term Contract for the 24/25 season.

Our Story

Manchester City Women is an English football club founded by City in the Community in 1988. Relaunched through a partnership with Manchester City FC, MCWFC entered the FA Women’s Super League and professionalised in 2014. The team has achieved success in the FAWSL, Women’s FA Cup, and Continental Tyres League Cup, and regularly competes in the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

The team plays its home fixtures at Joie Stadium, a 7,000-capacity arena on the Etihad Campus, which includes the City Football Academy, a state-of-the-art training and development facility for all teams.

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Our Winning Team

UK Youth Lead Scout Purpose:

To provide extensive knowledge of the youth football market within the UK. To be part of a high-performing scouting & recruitment team, implementing long-term talent strategies for Manchester City Women FC Academy. To influence decision-making positively through effective scouting and recruitment. To document, report, and communicate high-potential players internally at MCWFC and externally to the Talent ID lead, age group coaches, and Academy Manager.

Coaching Purpose:

As an assistant coach, support the delivery of innovative and enjoyable coaching practices to maximize player potential. Work primarily with U14-EDS age groups, collaborating with other coaches to evolve MCWFC’s methodology and game model, support player development, and facilitate progression to the first team.

This is Your City

Your Impact

UK Youth Lead Scout Responsibilities:

• Maintain extensive, documented knowledge of high-potential players at U9-EDS age groups across the UK.
• Provide comprehensive reports and assessments of these players.
• Understand and comply with FIFA, FA grassroots, and PGA regulations related to scouting U9-UEDS players.
• Create and update talent ID strategies and assessments for U9 – EDS age groups.
• Lead talent ID assessments and depth chart meetings.
• Document and compile scouting reports and recommendations.

Development Coach Responsibilities:

• Assist in coaching to motivate and develop players for potential progression to MCWFC’s first team, while winning games and playing attractive football.
• Develop training sessions and programs to facilitate player transitions between age groups in line with the club’s philosophy.
• Implement and deliver individual learning plans, focusing on technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social development.
• Identify individual skills and tailor coaching accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with academy staff and communicate effectively with players’ parents or guardians.

What We Are Looking For

• UEFA B or A Licence qualification
• Knowledge of technical, tactical, physical, and social development
• Understanding of individual development
• FA Youth Award and FA Advanced Youth Award
• Enhanced DBS check
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
• Level 2 Talent ID certificate
• Passion for youth recruitment and talent identification
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Management experience at U9 – U16 level (minimum)
• Experience in girls’ or boys’ youth development and elite youth scouting
• Proven success in delivering sporting programs
• Previous management experience with problem anticipation and solutions