Women's Academy Education Manager

Birmingham City FC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional sports club in Birmingham is seeking an organized leader to oversee the academic provision for its Women’s Academy players (U16–U21). Responsibilities include managing the education department, tracking player progress, and providing necessary support to ensure academic success. Candidates should have a degree and relevant teaching certification. The role offers a supportive environment with various employee benefits.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free on-site parking

Complimentary matchday tickets

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance cover

Access to Club discounts and offers

Dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Degree level education required.
• Certification such as PGCE, ECT, QTS, or QTLS is necessary.
• Understanding of the education system and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Academy Education Department.
• Monitor the well-being of Academy players.
• Provide Educational Progress reports and reviews.
• Ensure compliance with Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Competence in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Education

Degree level education

PGCE, ECT, QTS, or QTLS (or working towards)

Job description

Birmingham City Women FC is seeking a highly organised, education-focused leader to oversee the academic provision for our Women’s Academy players (U16–U21). You will ensure our education programme meets the targets set out in the Academy Performance Plan, supporting both academic achievement and player wellbeing in line with the Club’s values.

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead and manage the Academy Education Department, ensuring all areas across the programme for all Players in the U16 – U21 Age groups are adhered to and guidelines met.
• Actively engage in a fully functioning competent framework for education programme.
• Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players, liaising with the Club Safeguarding Team, Performance Wellbeing Lead and Player Care.
• To track progress of all players and monitor their academic progress against their individual academic flight path.
• Responsible for monitoring and tracking the educational progress of all Academy players and make necessary interventions with them and their Education Provider when and where appropriate.
• To provide Educational Progress reports and reviews, and host parent/players reviews.
• To manage and store educational data, as appropriate, related to players academic progress in accordance with GDPR legislation.
• Lead on all educational internal and external inspections.
• To ensure we are maintaining high standards of academic records.
• To provide appropriate pastoral and well-being support for all Academy players and liaise with the Academy Player Care and Academy Performance Wellbeing Lead.
• Work with the Academy Player Care to ensure life skills training and personal development programmes are delivered.
• Ensure success in the pursuit of maximising the academic performance of all Academy players.
• Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook, paying particular regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy and Health & Safety Policy and procedures at all times.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree level education.
• PGCE, ECT, QTS, or QTLS (or working towards).
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and competence in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Understanding of the education system, safeguarding, and pastoral care.

What can we offer to you?

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service).
• Free on-site parking.
• Complimentary matchday tickets for Men's and Women’s home fixtures.
• Employee Assistance Programme (Help@Hand) including mental health support, virtual GP, and more for you and family member.
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance cover (2x annual salary).
• Access to Club discounts and offers.
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and professional sporting environment.

Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process.

Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.