Part-Time Academy Coach — Youth Development & Hudl

Blackpool FC; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackpool Football Club is looking for enthusiastic, creative and committed part-time Academy Coaches to work within its Schoolboy Provision for ages 9 to 12. Coaches will deliver high-quality coaching sessions and support matchdays in line with the academy’s coaching philosophy and the EPPP.

The role is paid on an invoice basis, with rates linked to sessions and match involvement and discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence (minimum).
• Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF) and FA Safeguarding Children Certificate.
• Experience coaching players aged 9–16 and knowledge of the EPPP.
• Flexible and reliable, able to work evenings and weekends.
• Desirable: FA Youth Award, Category 3 academy experience and Hudl familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate coaching sessions in line with the academy's playing and coaching philosophy.
• Use video analysis platforms such as Hudl to assess performance and give feedback.
• Monitor player development through evaluations, ILPs and performance reports.
• Contribute to parent and player reviews.
• Work with medical, sports science, education and player care staff.
• Keep records in line with EPPP audit standards and uphold safeguarding at all times.

Skills

First Aid

Safeguarding

Youth development

Flexible schedule

Education

UEFA B Licence

Tools

Hudl

Job description

Blackpool Football Club is looking for enthusiastic, creative and committed part-time Academy Coaches to work within its Schoolboy Provision for ages 9 to 12. Coaches will deliver high-quality coaching sessions and support matchdays in line with the academy’s coaching philosophy and the EPPP.

The role is paid on an invoice basis, with rates linked to sessions and match involvement and discussed at interview.