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Men’s Football Head Coach

Location: UA92, Greater Manchester

Contract: Fixed Term (September – April)

Hours: 5-6 hours per week with the need to work flexibly to meet the needs of the team with matches, training

Days: Monday & Wednesday

Salary: £3,000 (for the full contract)

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check

We’re UA92. We think differently. We coach differently.

Our university is purpose-driven, values-led, and fuelled by ambition. Sport is central to what we do, and our Football Club is more than just matches it’s a movement.

We’re looking for a visionary Men’s Football Head Coach to lead our club, drive performance, and shape the future of football at UA92.

The Role

You’ll take the reins of our Men’s Football programme overseeing three BUCS squads, leading 1st team matches, and embedding a performance-focused and inclusive culture. Your leadership will empower student-athletes, develop aspiring coaches, and build a high-performing, supportive environment.

Whether you’re designing dynamic sessions, coordinating your coaching team, or supporting players’ personal development this is your opportunity to build something special.

What You’ll Do

• Lead weekly training (Monday evenings TBC) with a focus on performance, progression, and club values
• Coach the Men’s 1st team in BUCS competition and mentor assistant/student coaches across all squads
• Coordinate match-day preparation, selection, and team management
• Support players with regular feedback and access to S&C, goalkeeper coaching, and performance analysis
• Drive recruitment, engagement, and visibility through trials and events
• Help shape the long-term vision of UA92 Football with our Football Development Officer and student committee
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• UEFA B Coaching License (minimum)
• Experience coaching in a performance-focused, multi-squad environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a proven track record of getting the best out of players
• Commitment to inclusivity, player wellbeing, and development on and off the pitch
• First Aid and Safeguarding certificates (or willingness to obtain)
  
  

Bonus If You Have

• Experience in BUCS competition or Higher Education sport
• Experience managing coaching teams or using digital tools for analysis
  
  

Why UA92?

• A bold, modern environment with sport at its core
• A chance to make real impact in an ambitious, values-led organisation
• Access to professional development in a progressive sporting culture
• We celebrate difference, drive inclusion, and invest in people
  
  

We Care. We’re Brave & Bold. We’re Inclusive.

Job Description: Mens Football Head Coach .pdf

Important Info

This role requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check in line with our safeguarding responsibilities.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UA92 is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is valued and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all identities and experiences.