Elite PDP Phase Coach for U17-U18 Development

EFL; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A football academy is seeking a Lead Professional Development Phase Coach to lead the technical and tactical advancement of Under-17s to Under-18s players. This role requires a UEFA A Coaching Licence and at least 3 years' experience in coaching or academy leadership. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering the coaching curriculum, managing games, and designing individual learning plans. The position is full-time and based in Swindon, with additional travel to training facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a PDP Coach or Academy Head of Coaching.
• Knowledge in pedagogy and leading development programs.
• Experience in football coaching and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Enhance individual and team advancement for Under-17s to Under-18s.
• Deliver coaching curriculum and manage the games program.
• Design and implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for players.

Skills

Excellent communication

Ability to work on own initiative

Flexibility

Time management skills

Team leadership

Education

UEFA A Coaching Licence

FA Advanced Youth Award

Safeguarding and Protecting Children

Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAIF)

Tools

FiP

Sportscode

Excel

Word

Job description

A football academy is seeking a Lead Professional Development Phase Coach to lead the technical and tactical advancement of Under-17s to Under-18s players. This role requires a UEFA A Coaching Licence and at least 3 years' experience in coaching or academy leadership. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering the coaching curriculum, managing games, and designing individual learning plans. The position is full-time and based in Swindon, with additional travel to training facilities as needed.