Pre-Academy Coach - Casual
On-site · Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Casual Pre-Academy Coach role to lead and manage an assigned Pre-Academy age group within Birmingham City FC's Blues Elite Programme. Plan, deliver, and review engaging coaching sessions and matchdays; implement the club’s coaching philosophy and weekly programme; ensure equal playing opportunities; complete player reviews and contribute to succession planning; monitor and record session/match data; assess trialists; maintain high standards for training and matchday resources; support day-to-day organisation and compliance with Premier League & EFL EPPP regulations; contribute to coach development and complete required CPD frameworks; safeguard player wellbeing and adhere to club policies. Essential requirements include UEFA C Licence, FA Youth Award, experience coaching youth players, strong communication, player development experience, and safeguarding commitments; desirable include UEFA B Licence, Category One Academy experience, coaching/teaching qualifications, FA safeguarding, driving licence, and DBS clearance.
Required Qualifications
- UEFA C Licence
- FA Youth Award
- Experience delivering high-quality coaching to young players
- Experience in player development within a football environment
- Player-centred coaching approach
- Commitment to safeguarding and player wellbeing
- Background across Foundation and Youth Development phases
- Coaching or teaching qualification (e.g. degree, QTS)
- FA Safeguarding certification
- Full UK driving licence
- DBS check and medical clearance required
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