Ipswich & Suffolk Grassroots Academy Scout (Foundation Phase U9-U12)

Ipswich Town Football Club; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading football club in the UK is seeking a dedicated Casual Grassroots Academy Scout to identify and recruit talented young players aged U9-U12 in Ipswich and Suffolk. This position involves implementing the player recruitment strategy and building strong community ties to support the club's vision for youth development. Strong applicants will have a background in youth football scouting or coaching.

Qualifications

• Experience in scouting or coaching youth football.
• Strong understanding of player development for U9-U12 age groups.
• Ability to build relationships within the local football community.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Club's player identification and recruitment strategy.
• Scouting grassroots football across Ipswich and Suffolk.
• Provide accurate and timely scouting reports.

Job description

Ipswich & Suffolk Grassroots Academy Scout (Foundation Phase U9-U12)

Organisation: Ipswich Town Football Club
Salary: Competitive
Location: Suffolk
Contract type: Fixed Term
Closing date: 3 October 2025

We are seeking a dedicated Casual Grassroots Academy Scout to support Ipswich Town Football Club’s long-term vision of identifying and recruiting the most talented young players, aged U9-U12, across Ipswich and Suffolk.

The Casual Grassroots Academy Scout will be responsible for implementing the Club’s player identification and recruitment strategy, ensuring alignment with the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and the Player Performance Pathway. This role will focus on scouting grassroots football across Ipswich and Suffolk, building strong relationships within the local football community, and providing accurate and timely scouting reports to support informed recruitment decisions.

Working closely with the Head of Academy Recruitment, the Grassroots Academy Scout will play a key part in shaping the future of the Club by helping to identify and recruit players aged U9-U12 who fit the Academy’s player profiles.

To apply, please complete an online application form on our website detailing why you are the ideal candidate for this position.