LFCW PGA Education and Player Care Lead

Lfc Foundation; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports organization is seeking an Education and Player Care Lead to design and deliver a comprehensive education program for young athletes. This role aims to balance academic studies with sports commitments while providing tailored support for personal and professional development. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, QTS, and experience with elite athletes. Full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

High street discounts

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate should have experience delivering Level 3 Sport courses.
• Proven track record in both group and one-to-one learning.
• Experience developing individual education plans is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a high-quality education programme.
• Lead creation of player care curriculum and individual development plans.
• Guide players in making informed decisions for their future pathways.

Skills

Teaching experience

Player development

Presentation skills

Understanding of elite athletes

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

PowerPoint

Keynote

Job description

Overview

You will ensure every player receives the guidance and resources needed to successfully balance their academic studies with their football commitments, working closely with education partners to create a supportive dual-career environment.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Programme Delivery: You will design and deliver a high-quality education programme, including sport-specific courses and qualifications, that aligns with the club's standards and supports each player's academic and athletic development.
• Player Care & Personal Development: You will lead the creation of a holistic player care curriculum and individual development plans, providing tailored support to help players thrive both personally and professionally throughout their academy journey.
• Transition & Future Pathways: You will guide and empower players to make informed decisions about their next steps after the academy, ensuring they are well-prepared for future academic, sporting, or career opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ideal candidate will hold a relevant undergraduate degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a specialism in sport and experience delivering Level 3 Sport courses.
• Proven track record in teaching or pastoral roles within secondary, further, or higher education settings, and excellence in both group and one-to-one learning delivery.
• Experience working with elite athletes, proficiency in using presentation tools such as PowerPoint or Keynote, and expertise in developing individual education plans.
• Desirable: Level 3 Certificate in Talented Athlete Lifestyle Support (TALS) or Athlete Personal Development and Lifestyle (APDL), and knowledge of the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE).

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC Women\'s PGA team as an Education and Player Care Lead as we champion every player\'s journey, on the pitch, in the classroom, and beyond. We\'re building a supportive, high-performance environment where everyone can thrive, achieve their goals, and shape a brighter future together.

This is a full-time perm position working 35 hours per week. Your main base will be our Melwood Training Centre.

To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary, 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days) and a contributory pension scheme.

You will have access to our benefits kit bag where you can get high street discounts, and a selection of benefit schemes you can join. There are opportunities to get involved with volunteering through our LFC Foundation to give back to the local community.

At Liverpool Football Club, we have an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are always looking to making a positive difference in the communities that we operate within. We are proud of our achievements in this area; maintaining the Premier League Equality Standard Advanced Level, becoming a founding signatory of the Football Association\'s Football Leadership Diversity Code and being recognised as a leader in this important area on and off the pitch. We take our responsibilities in this area seriously and through the work being done across the club, we are committed to increasing the diversity of our people and becoming an increasingly inclusive workplace for all. We are committed to hiring great people representative of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills across our entire business. If you share our enthusiasm and passion for inclusivity, then we want to hear from you.