YDP Athletic Development Lead (U14-U16)

Comunidad Lift; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea Academy is seeking a YDP Physical Performance Manager to lead athletic development for the U14-U16 Full Time School programme. You will define the development philosophy, shape the phase, and coach the U16 squad on grass.

You will build and guide a high-performing team of Athletic Development Coaches, ensuring players are challenged, supported and developed as people and athletes for future PDP and mens football.

Qualifications

• Deep passion for youth athletic development and performance behaviours.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with a coaching mindset.
• Ability to lead, develop and empower staff within a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Set vision and direction for athletic development across U14-U16 FT School programme.
• Define philosophy and lead a high-performing YDP team with hands-on coaching.
• Coach the U16 squad and integrate development goals into daily practice.

Skills

Youth athletic development

Skill acquisition

Leadership

Planning

Coaching

Job description

Chelsea Academy is seeking a YDP Physical Performance Manager to lead athletic development for the U14-U16 Full Time School programme. You will define the development philosophy, shape the phase, and coach the U16 squad on grass.

You will build and guide a high-performing team of Athletic Development Coaches, ensuring players are challenged, supported and developed as people and athletes for future PDP and mens football.