Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 24 Hours Per Week Location: Sheffield United Training Academy, Shirecliffe Line Manager: Academy Head of Individual Development Rate of Pay: £15,263 Post Reference: AC092025-PPSC Sheffield United FC Training Academy is seeking an experienced Position Specific Coach with a high-level understanding and detailed knowledge of the Striker position to help develop the next generation of players and continue our proud history of producing elite level footballers. The successful applicant will be expected to pass on their knowledge and expertise predominantly to our schoolboy age group players within highly detailed and engaging coaching sessions, as well as providing consistent communication with the MDP to further improve player development. Role Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with the U13s-U21s squad coaches to understand the unique needs and positions of individual players. Conduct tailored training sessions at agreed-upon times, focusing on individual or small group development. Supervise and coordinate the filming of sessions, providing constructive feedback to players on their performance and linking it to in-game situations. Liaise with the Multi-Disciplinary Team, ensuring consistent communication and alignment of coaching messages. Provide valuable assistance to a squad during game days, offering strategic insights and support. Plan and evaluate for all delivered training sessions to optimise player development and overall performance. Actively participate in staff Continuous Professional Development (CPD) events, contributing to the collective growth of the coaching team. Any other duties as requested by management. Club Wide Responsibilities: To adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk. To report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda. To report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all. To adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing. To carry out/take part in training requests as directed by the Club. Essential Criteria for the Role: UEFA B Coaching Certificate FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football FA Safeguarding Children Certificate This role requires a criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring service Experience of coaching academy players Played in the relevant position at a professional or semi-professional level Desirable Criteria for the Role: UEFA A Coaching Award FA Youth Award FA Advanced Youth Award About The Candidate Application Process Please apply via iRecruit for this position Closing Date: Friday 26th September 2025 Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above. About The Club Eligibility for Employment in the UK In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received. Equality and Diversity Sheffield United FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment. Sheffield United FC are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like further information regarding the scheme and how we are able to support disabled persons within the workplace, then please contact our HR team at [email protected] Safer Recruitment Sheffield United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK. For further information on the Club's Safeguarding Statement please access the following link: sufc.co.uk/club/policies/safeguarding-policy