Head of Football Academy: Develop Elite Talent

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Manchester seeks an Academy Head of Football to shape talent at FC United of Manchester. The role involves delivering high-quality coaching, developing player pathways, and maintaining safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates have UEFA B Licence or higher and experience in youth football. This full-time position offers 35 hours per week and includes various benefits like paid annual leave and well-being days. The closing date for applications is 16/12/2025.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

3 well-being days per year

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum UEFA B Licence with ambition to progress to UEFA A.
• Experience as a player or coach at Premier League level.
• Significant coaching experience in youth football programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the football programme in partnership with FC United.
• Oversee player development pathways.
• Champion safeguarding and professional standards.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Communication

Planning and organization

Feedback provision

Education

UEFA B Licence

Will to progress to UEFA A Licence

Tools

First Aid qualification

Safeguarding qualification

Job description

A leading educational institution in Manchester seeks an Academy Head of Football to shape talent at FC United of Manchester. The role involves delivering high-quality coaching, developing player pathways, and maintaining safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates have UEFA B Licence or higher and experience in youth football. This full-time position offers 35 hours per week and includes various benefits like paid annual leave and well-being days. The closing date for applications is 16/12/2025.