Part Time Academy Coach

EFL; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional football club in Preston is seeking a part-time Academy Coach. The ideal candidate will have a UEFA B Licence and relevant youth coaching experience. Responsibilities include coaching various age groups, adhering to training plans, and committing to child safeguarding policies. Coaches are expected to work flexible hours, primarily on Tuesdays and Fridays, with a potential of up to 10 hours per week during the season. The role includes continuous development opportunities and competitive compensation at £13.00 per hour.

Benefits

Further training and development opportunities

Complimentary season ticket

Access to staff discounts

Onsite parking

Appropriate training for the role

Qualifications

• Possession of a UEFA B Licence award and FA Youth Awards, Levels 1, 2, and 3.
• Experience within a youth environment and professional football club.
• Ability to present written and verbal reports from coaching sessions.
• Up-to-date Emergency First Aid certificate.
• Willingness to work towards the FA Advanced Youth Award.

Responsibilities

• Coaches must be flexible in their programme for different age groups.
• Understand the coaching curriculum and session plans.
• Complete all FIPP duties before deadlines.
• Commit to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
• Notify the Lead Phase Coach if unable to attend training.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Versatility

Adaptability

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

UEFA B Licence

FA Youth Awards (Levels 1, 2, 3)

Emergency First Aid certificate in football (EFAiF)

UK driving licence

Job description

Preston North End are looking to recruit an individual whom has the required experience, qualifications and skills to fulfil the role as a Academy Coach (part time). We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, someone who is versatile, adaptable and capable to coach young people.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coaches should be flexible in their programme as the need to take different age groups may be encountered. Coaches should recognise they are supporting the development of all players, and not players within a particular age group.
2. To have a good understanding of the coaching curriculum, the session plan (which will be on the Football Intelligence Platform - FIPP) and the players individual learning plan to support high quality learning.
3. Coaches should ensure all FIPP duties are done so, with thought and uploaded prior to the deadline (i.e each weeks FIPP should be complete before the first session the following week).
4. It is an expectation that all staff are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, all staff are expected to endorse this commitment and follow the safeguarding procedures set out.
5. Coaches shall, if unable to attend training or fixtures, notify the Lead Phase Coach or other appointed person as soon as possible so that alternative coaching arrangements can be made. Academy duties should not be missed for alternative commitment elsewhere.
6. Injured players should be sent for treatment to the Chartered Physiotherapy staff on duty.
7. No player shall be registered or released without prior consent from the Head of Coaching and Lead Phase Coach. Any release will be done by authorisation of the Head of Coaching and Lead Phase Coach only and should be done with the player representative and at least one other person present from the Preston Norh End Academy.
8. Coaches should liaise with relevant scouts after the release of signing of a player, this will then give valuable information so that the correct standard of player is then brought into Preston North End FC Academy.
9. Coaches should attend all Preston North End in service training as part of their continuous development.
10. Coaches should be willing to take on additional roles if asked to do so by the Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, lead Phase Coach or another appointed person.
11. Coaches must ensure that their qualifications and CPD are kept up to date and are in line with Elite Player Performance Plan rules (EPPP).

To at all times, represent Preston North End Football Club in a professional manner regarding appearance, presentation, personal hygiene, attitude, conduct and professionalism. To be able to, with notice, work additional hours and flexible hours where the needs of the business requires.

Pay

£13.00 per hour

Hours of work

Coaching sessions will take place on a Tuesday and a Friday evening, match days will take place on a Sunday. Your hours of work will be determined by the needs of the role but can be up to 10 hours a week during the season. You may from time to time be required to work such additional hours as is reasonable to meet the requirements of the Club's business.

Location

Training sessions will take place at the Academy training complex at Springfield's Training Ground, Lea, Preston and at UCLan Sports Arena, Cottam. You will also be required to travel to various locations nationwide as part of your matchday duties.

What you can expect in return

• Further training and development opportunities
• Complimentary PNE season ticket
• Access to staff discounts
• Onsite parking
• Appropriate training for the role

Closing date - Monday 19th January 2026 at 5pm

Shortlisting and Invitations or interview to be sent out - Tuesday 20th January 2026

First Interview (Online) - Friday 23rd January 2026

Second Interview (Practical session in person) - Week commencing 2nd February 2026

Job Reference: PNE-1234

About The Candidate

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Must be in possession of a UEFA B Licence award and FA Youth Awards, Levels 1,2 and 3.
2. Must be able to exhibit sufficient experience within a youth environment and within a professional football club that encompasses knowledge from playing, coaching and management.
3. Must be able to present both written and verbal reports from coaching sessions and match events.
4. Must hold an up-to-date Emergency First Aid certificate in football, Level 2 (EFAiF).
5. Willing to work towards the FA Advanced Youth Award with the age-specific specialist element relevant to the development phase coach. (Or willing to complete this qualification when appropriate as agreed with the Academy Manager).
6. You are required to undertake necessary and regular safeguarding training.
7. Excellent communication skills and have the ability to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally.
8. Must be presentable and reliable.
9. Must hold a UK driving licence. (This is required as you will be required to travel frequently as part of your role).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. A professional playing background is desirable.

About The Club

Preston North End Football Club is a professional football club in Preston, Lancashire, whose first team currently play in the English Football League Championship. Preston North End's stadium is situated in the heart of Preston, within the ward of 'Deepdale'. The Club operates over five sites to incorporate the first team, the academy, the Preston North End Community and Education Trust (PNECET), the administration team and the stadium. The majority of the sites are in Preston and one is in Euxton, Chorley. Preston North End FC was officially formed in 1880 and was a founder member of the Football League in 1888. Our aspirations are to achieve promotion and play in the Premier League and we want you to help us get there.

Safer Recruitment

All staff, volunteers, and partners whose role involves working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are required to undertake DBS vetting at an enhanced level. All offers of employment on those identified roles are subject to a satisfactory outcome of the DBS process. All employees or volunteers will be required to complete an EFL self-declaration form.

You will be required to provide details of referees for the previous five years working history or education. Any gaps in work history must be accounted for.

Safeguarding Statement

Preston North End Football Club and Preston North End Community and Education Trust are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse the commitment.

Everyone has a role to play in safeguarding and we strive to ensure that staff and volunteers are well informed and know how to recognise abuse, and what to do if they have a concern. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake mandatory safeguarding training.