Part-Time U15/U16 Academy Coach — Player Development

Stevenage FC; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Stevenage FC is looking for a part-time Academy Coach to work with its Under 15 and Under 16 players. You will deliver high-quality coaching as part of the Academy’s cell-based coaching structure, providing tailored development support in line with the Academy philosophy and EPPP and preparing players for transition across age groups.

Key responsibilities include planning, delivering and reviewing coaching sessions, monitoring progress via IDPs, contributing to matchday prep and feedback, and

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence or higher is required.
• FA Youth Award or working towards it.
• FA Safeguarding Children certificate and EFAiF.
• Previous academy or elite coaching experience.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and match days.
• UEFA A Licence, EPPP and KML knowledge and video analysis experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and review coaching sessions for a designated player cell.
• Monitor progress through Individual Development Plans and regular reviews.
• Contribute to matchday preparation, in-game coaching and post-match feedback.
• Work with the MDT to support holistic player development.
• Record session plans, attendance and progress on KML.
• Promote safeguarding, player welfare and the Academy’s values.

Skills

Coaching experience

Flexible schedule

MDT collaboration

Session planning/delivery

KML recording

Education

UEFA B Licence

FA Youth Award

FA Safeguarding Children certificate & EFAiF

UEFA A Licence

Tools

KML knowledge

Video analysis experience

Job description

Stevenage FC is looking for a part-time Academy Coach to work with its Under 15 and Under 16 players. You will deliver high-quality coaching as part of the Academy’s cell-based coaching structure, providing tailored development support in line with the Academy philosophy and EPPP and preparing players for transition across age groups.

Key responsibilities include planning, delivering and reviewing coaching sessions, monitoring progress via IDPs, contributing to matchday prep and feedback, and