Type:
Temporary - Part Time
Salary:
£25,464 - £29,678 Per Annum
Closing Date:
Sunday, 18th May 2025
The NFL Academy is a major global initiative by the NFL, offering talented student-athletes the opportunity to combine full-time education alongside intensive training in American Football, under the guidance of world-class coaching staff.
In partnership with Loughborough College (US High School equivalent) and Loughborough University, our Elite Football Development Programme enrols student-athletes aged 16-18 years from around the world.
The NFL Academy integrates academic excellence, character development, and top-tier American Football training to create pathways for young athletes aiming to secure scholarships and advance within the sport.
Since its launch in the 2019-20 academic year, the NFL Academy has successfully placed over 40 student-athletes into NCAA programmes, including 19 signees over the 2023 and 2025 signing periods.
We are seeking to appoint an NFL Academy Defensive Backs Coach to provide a high-quality player development programme. This role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team, engaging in on and off-field activities with players, and preparing for and attending fixtures both in the UK and overseas.
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, work effectively in a team, possess extensive coaching experience in American Football, and demonstrate the ability to develop players successfully. The role requires flexible working patterns, including some evenings and weekends, and attendance at fixtures.
The College is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace that recognizes talent. We promote a diverse community, believing diversity enhances our success.
We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, utilizing positive action under the Equality Act. We welcome everyone to join us on this journey.
Alongside our commitment to professional and personal development, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* A competitive pension scheme
* On-site parking
* Access to a campus facility
* Subsidized nursery fees
* Up to 25 days of annual leave, with additional leave options
* Excellent CPD opportunities and inclusive development resources
* Well-being hours
* Opportunities for volunteering within the local community and charities
We support family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible and agile working arrangements, staff forums and groups focused on sustainability, diversity, and mental health support services for staff from diverse backgrounds.
We have invested in providing outstanding modern facilities and resources for our learners and staff.
The successful candidate will be employed by The Leicestershire College, a subsidiary of Loughborough College. Employment terms differ from those of Loughborough College, and employees are based at Loughborough College.
Overseas candidates requiring sponsorship can assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship via the Gov website. Right to work checks will be completed upon job offer.
If you need support with your application, please email us.
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