Under 16 Academy Coach

Salford City FC; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Salford City FC is seeking an Under 16 Academy Coach to help deliver an elite coaching programme in line with the club's coaching syllabus and football philosophy. Working closely with the Lead YDP Coach, Lead Foundation Phase Coach and Head of Academy Coaching, you will play a key part in maximising the potential of the club's young players.

This casual / sessional role focuses on planning and delivering age-appropriate sessions, supporting player development, and collaborating with the academy

Qualifications

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate sessions in line with the Academy syllabus.
• Support other age groups across the phase.
• Create age-appropriate matchday experiences and game plans.
• Support players with their individual learning plans.
• Deliver off-field coaching sessions.
• Work within the Academy multidisciplinary team, with player welfare always the priority.
• Keep FA qualifications up to date and take part in internal CPD.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate sessions in line with the Academy syllabus.
• Support other age groups across the phase.
• Create age-appropriate matchday experiences and game plans.
• Support players with their individual learning plans.
• Deliver off-field coaching sessions.
• Work within the Academy multidisciplinary team, with player welfare always the priority.
• Keep FA qualifications up to date and take part in internal CPD.

Job description

Salford City is looking for an Under 16 Academy Coach to help deliver an elite coaching programme in line with the club's coaching syllabus and football philosophy.

The Role

Working closely with the Lead YDP Coach, Lead Foundation Phase Coach and Head of Academy Coaching, you will play a key part in maximising the potential of the club's young players.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate sessions in line with the Academy syllabus
• Support other age groups across the phase
• Create age-appropriate matchday experiences and game plans
• Support players with their individual learning plans
• Deliver off-field coaching sessions
• Work within the Academy multidisciplinary team, with player welfare always the priority
• Keep FA qualifications up to date and take part in internal CPD

Key Details

• Location: Salford
• Contract: Casual / sessional
• Closing date: 13 November 2026