Head of Academy Coaching Development

Watford Football Club; St Albans; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watford Football Club's Academy is seeking an Academy Head of Coaching Development to lead, deliver and refine the coaching programme in line with Premier League/EFL Youth Development Regulations. You will manage all full-time Lead Phase coaches, design age-appropriate programmes from pre-academy to U21s, and drive recruitment, performance management and staff development.

The role requires UEFA A Licence, FA Youth Advanced Award, CPD commitment, and a track record of developing elite players;

Qualifications

• UEFA A Licence and FA Youth Advanced Award are essential.
• Commitment to CPD and improving coaches' qualifications.
• Proven track record of developing elite players.
• Understanding of academy standards of behaviour and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Academy coaching programme in line with regulations.
• Manage and support the full-time Lead Phase coaches.
• Recruit, performance-manage and train casual and permanent staff.
• Ensure age-appropriate coaching for players from pre-academy to U21s.

Skills

Driving licence

Travel availability

CPD commitment

Elite player development

Code of conduct

EDI understanding

Education

UEFA A Licence

FA Youth Advanced Award

EFAiF Certificate

Academy Managers Licence

Job description

Watford Football Club's Academy is seeking an Academy Head of Coaching Development to lead, deliver and refine the coaching programme in line with Premier League/EFL Youth Development Regulations. You will manage all full-time Lead Phase coaches, design age-appropriate programmes from pre-academy to U21s, and drive recruitment, performance management and staff development.

The role requires UEFA A Licence, FA Youth Advanced Award, CPD commitment, and a track record of developing elite players;