Lead Youth Pathway Coach (U9-14)

Birmingham City FC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City FC is seeking a Lead Pathway for Potential Coach to lead the U9-U14 player development programme within the Academy Coaching Department. You will drive ILPs, progression, and staff development, building strong relationships with families to support wellbeing.

The role requires an inspirational leader with a proven track record in elite youth football and a commitment to safeguarding and high-quality player development across multiple academy phases.

Qualifications

• UEFA A Licence or equivalent coaching qualification.
• Proven track record in youth development and elite football environments.
• Experience leading academy coaching programmes and staff.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and compliance awareness.
• Ability to design high-quality player development programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the U9-U14 player development programme.
• Implement and monitor the Academy coaching curriculum and performance plans.
• Lead phase games programmes, tournaments, tours and developmental opportunities.
• Drive planning and review of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Oversee player progression, movement and squad selection.
• Develop tailored programmes for high-potential players.
• Support coaching staff through appraisals, mentoring and CPD.
• Build relationships with parents and families to support wellbeing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary Academy staff to meet objectives.
• Use performance and wellbeing data to inform planning and decisions.
• Ensure safeguarding and governance processes align with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Player development

Staff mentoring

Coaching delivery

Communication

Education

UEFA A Licence

FA Advanced Youth Award

FA Safeguarding Certification

Coaching-related degree

EFAiF Qualification

Job description

Birmingham City FC is seeking a Lead Pathway for Potential Coach to lead the U9-U14 player development programme within the Academy Coaching Department. You will drive ILPs, progression, and staff development, building strong relationships with families to support wellbeing.

The role requires an inspirational leader with a proven track record in elite youth football and a commitment to safeguarding and high-quality player development across multiple academy phases.