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Youth Development Phase Coach
Entry Level
Manchester, United Kingdom
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
Supports coaching and player development within Manchester City's Youth Development Phase, working alongside the lead age-group coach to deliver engaging training and matchday experiences. It helps young players progress individually and collectively within the Club's football philosophy through thoughtful, age-appropriate coaching. The role sits within the Academy Coaching team, which creates an integrated environment for players to develop technically, tactically, physically and psychologically, and works closely with colleagues across the Academy and with players' parents and guardians.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the lead age-group coach in planning and delivering high-quality training sessions and matchday coaching for players in the Youth Development Phase.
- Deliver thoughtful, age-appropriate coaching that helps players develop the understanding and skills needed to succeed within the Manchester City style of play.
- Contribute to individual learning plans and development programmes that address technical, tactical, physical and psychological needs.
- Observe each player carefully and adapt coaching to support their progress and help them transition between age groups.
- Reinforce positive behaviours within the team environment.
- Collaborate with coaches, multidisciplinary Academy colleagues, scouting and recruitment teams, and players' parents or guardians.
- Contribute across other Academy age groups when required.
- Support delivery in line with the Club's EPPP strategy.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- A current UEFA B Licence.
- An FA Youth Award.
- Experience coaching players within the Youth Development Phase in an Academy environment.
- Ability to identify, develop and support football talent through age-appropriate coaching and individual learning plans.
- Knowledge of Youth Development Phase player development.
- Ability to solve problems and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required.
- Employment is subject to a DBS check upon commencement.
Workplace
- Based at the City Football Academy in Manchester.
Benefits & Perks
- 26 days' annual leave plus a day off for your birthday.
- Private healthcare and dental cover.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support.
- Company pension and life assurance.
- Free on-site parking, complimentary breakfast and lunch, and access to a range of sports and leisure clubs for Manchester-based employees.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Give As You Earn.
- Discounted match tickets.
- Savings in the City Store.
- Free City+ subscription.
The Application Process
Applications are submitted via the careers site, and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The process includes initial screening, with candidates contacted only if selected for an interview; reasonable adjustments or support are available on request. Unsolicited agency CVs are not accepted and will be treated as direct applications.
- Initial screening of applications against skills and experience.
- Candidates are contacted only if selected for an interview.
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