An exciting opportunity has arisen at Stoke City Football Club of the English Football League for a full time Academy U18 Lead Coach to support its football operations at our Training Ground Facility at Clayton Wood in Trent Vale. The coaching department plays a key role in supporting the development of young players at the Club. This is a fantastic opportunity to coach and develop players in an elite environment, continuing to build on the success of the Academy in progressing players to the first team. The primary focus is to work with the Academy U18 Assistant Coach in delivering high quality sessions to holistically develop all U18 players. The successful applicant will be an integral member of the Professional Development Phase coaching staff and will be able to build and formalise relationships with players and their families to support their Academy journey. You will also be required to deliver the Club’s coaching programme to other phase players as needed. Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Football background as either a player or coach. Minimum of the UEFA B Licence and Advanced Youth Award. Experience of coaching in Academy Football preferably Category One. Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrate confidence in creation and implementation of a players’ development plan, recording evidence and providing reports and feedback to players, parents/carers and colleagues. Ability to plan, work independently and meet deadlines. Knowledge of the requirements of elite football. Excellent communication skills to deliver and support key messages. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of flexibility to cover evenings and weekends work as required. The position will be offered on a full time basis. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Background checks and DBS checks at the appropriate level will be obtained prior to employment commencing. To apply, please complete and return the application form which can be obtained via our website https://www.stokecityfc.com/category/job-vacancies along with your CV and a covering letter, to Human Resources, SCFC Jobs, bet365 Stadium, Stanley Matthews Way, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4EG or email to stokejobs@stokecityfc.com quoting ‘AU18LDC2505SCFCW’ in the subject line. Alternatively, email stokejobs@stokecityfc.com for an application form. Closing date for applications is Wednesday 21st May 2025. Stoke City Football Club endorses the principle of Equality and will strive to ensure that everyone who wishes to be involved in the Club will be treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation. By applying to us you are agreeing to share your Personal Data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Policy which can be found at www.stokecityfc.com/recruitment-privacy-policy/ The Club is committed to providing access and opportunities for all members of the community to take part in without threat of intimidation, victimisation, harassment, bullying and abuse. Any person associated with the Club can be assured of an environment in which their rights, dignity and individual worth are respected and in particular, that they are able to enjoy their engagement at the Club.