Head of Coaching and Player Development / Foundation Phase Lead
Location
Cambridge United Training Ground(s)
£17 per hour for 40 weeks of the season (£6,800)
Hours
10 hours per week
Role Summary
Cambridge United Football Club is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and nurturing Academy Lead Coach to play a key role in delivering the Academy’s coaching programme in line with our club philosophy and the EPPP framework. This individual will lead the planning and delivery of age-appropriate coaching sessions, mentor other academy coaches, and foster a player-first environment focused on long-term development.
Key Job Outcomes
* Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality coaching sessions for a specific age group phase in the Foundation Phase (U9 – U12)
* Promote a nurturing environment that supports the development both on and off the pitch.
* Ensure every session is engaging, challenging, and tailored to the individual and team needs.
* Maintain an energetic and enthusiastic presence that motivates players.
* Work collaboratively with the Head of Coaching and Foundation Phase Lead Coach to align with club philosophy.
* Conduct regular match-day coaching and provide individual feedback to players and parents.
* Contribute to regular player reviews and support the Individual Learning Plan (ILP) process.
* Maintain accurate coaching records on the Football Intelligence Platform in line with club and EPPP requirements.
* Promote high standards of behaviour, professionalism, and safeguarding at all times.
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.
About The Candidate
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience
Required
UEFA B License or working towards
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FA Youth Award or working towards it
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Experience working in a professional academy environment
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Strong knowledge of youth development principles and the EPPP framework
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Experience of working with player/parents in football environments
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Introduction to first aid qualification
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Personal Qualities/Attributes
Passionate about youth development and performance environments
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A consistently energetic and enthusiastic coaching presence
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Reliable, organised, and committed to supporting a professional coaching environment
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Able to communicate effectively
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Willingness to work weekday evenings
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A nurturing mindset with a passion for player development
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About The Club
Application Process
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date
Friday 20 th June
Interview Date(s)
WC 23 rd June
Start Date
Monday 30 th June
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork
We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work
We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility
We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
Employability Statement
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff.We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement
Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
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