Job title: Casual Youth Development Phase Coach Hours of work: Casual hours Reports to: Lead Youth Development Phase Coach & Head of Coaching Remuneration Session rate - £41.50 Match rate (Home) - £62 Match rate (Away) - £75 Join our team - Be part of Pompey's future This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, is hands-on, and wants to be part of something bigger- supporting and developing our academy youth development phase (U12-U14) programme. Role summary This casual role at Portsmouth Football Club is a key part of our Academy coaching team, working closely with the Lead Youth Development Phase Coach to deliver high‑quality, age‑appropriate coaching. You will play an important role in supporting the long‑term development of young players within our youth development phase, helping to create an environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. As an academy coach, you will collaborate with lead coach and be responsible for coaching sessions with our coaching sessions with our U13 squad and managing them on a matchday. You will be expected to gain and understanding of and follow our coaching curriculum to ensure this and the values of the academy are evident in all sessions and games. Additionally, you will be required to carry out administrative tasks for your age group on the PMA system, alongside providing player performance feedback on a regular basis to players and parents. Requirements of the role The role will require you totravel to a variety of venues in and around the city of Portsmouth, in addition to away venues within our matchday programme. Experience of working in a coaching capacity in a professional football environment and with young adolescents (U12-U14) is desirable. The successful candidate will be required to carry out regular administrative tasks throughout the season on the PMA platform (induction will be provided) to support player development and meet EPPP requirements. Right to work in the UK and enhanced DBS check is essential. Experience in providing player performance feedback is desirable. About The Candidate Essential Qualification: The appointed coach must have the: UEFA ‘B’ Licence FA Youth Award FA Safeguarding certificate Relatable First Aid in Sport certificate FA Emergency First Aid in Football (or willingness to complete course ASAP after successful appointment – to be discussed at interview) Desirable qualifications and experience: FA Advanced Youth Award (Youth Development Phase) Working towards UEFA ‘A’ Licence Relatable degree qualification Previous use of PMA platform Guidance to consider Please consider the below before applying: - Due to the requirements and the commitment the roles require, it is advisable that candidates live within commutable distance to the city of Portsmouth. - Our Youth development phase train two – three times per week with regular matchday fixtures(every other) Monday/Wednesday/Friday evenings and Sunday mornings. - Candidates should have regular access to a vehicle and a valid UK drivers licence. About The Club General information We promote an equal, diverse, and inclusive workplace and we are committed to providing the best experience for our colleagues. As a business we aim to be as representative of as many sections of society as possible, and for each colleague to feel respected and able to give of their best every day. We ensure that we treat people the right way, promote respect and believe that making the most of our differences is the key to the success of our business. We take a robust approach to modern slavery and human trafficking and our organisation is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our corporate activities, and to ensuring that our supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking. Safeguarding Portsmouth Football Club is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to ensuring that any club related activity will be in a safe environment where children, young people and adults at risk are protected from harm or abuse whilst under our care. We acknowledge that every child, young person, or adult at risk who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from poor practice and abuse. Portsmouth Football Club recognises that this is the responsibility of every adult involved in our club. We must always respect the dignity and spirit of all people, including children, young people and adults at risk. Treat everyone fairly, encourage a supportive and positive environment to promote healthy competition, skill development, fun and achievement. Avoid contact or conduct that may be interpreted or defined as inappropriate. Health and Safety Portsmouth Football Club is committed to ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all employees, contractors, visitors, and others who may be affected by our operations. As part of this commitment, you are expected to take reasonable care for your own health and safety, as well as that of others. You must comply with the company's health and safety policies and procedures, and any legal requirements relevant to your role. Together, we aim to maintain a safe and supportive environment that promotes the welfare and security of everyone involved in our activities. Data Protection The Club process all personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with complies with Data Protection Act (2018) and GDPR. Data collected as part of the recruitment process is held securely and accessed by, and disclosed to, individuals only for the purposes of managing the recruitment exercise effectively. All data that is deemed unnecessary will be disposed off at the end of recruitment process in line with our GDPR procedure.