Sheffield United FC Academy is dedicated to being one of the most respected and progressive developers of young football talent in the country – embodying our ethos to Out Run, Out Fight, Out Play the opposition. To help drive this vision, the Academy is seeking two passionate and experienced coaches to join our renowned team. The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering our coaching programme to aspiring footballers, fostering their growth within a high-performance, supportive, and collaborative environment.
Location: Sheffield United Training Academy and various opposition clubs, S2 4SU. Contact Name: Rachel Standish. Contact Email: rachel.standish@yorkshiresport.org. Organisation: Sheffield United FC.
Role Responsibilities
* Work alongside the Heads of Coaching to deliver an age specific technical and tactical coaching programme for players in Academy in accordance with the Club's wider philosophy and strategy.
* Supporting a suitable games programme to underpin the coaching programme.
* Establish and maintain a comprehensive and up-to date record of players within your allocated age group on the Academy platform (Kitman) ensuring this information is kept up to date throughout the course of the season and treated confidentially.
* Communicate with the MDT regarding the wellbeing of players within your specific age group.
* Take part in internal CPD sessions and work with the Heads of Coaching on developing an individual Development Action Plan.
* Fulfil the Coaching Competency Framework (CCF)
* Play a role in the release and retention process for signed players within your specific age group.
* In conjunction with the MDT, manage the process of player performance reviews organised and delivered throughout the season to players within your age group.
* Identify ILP's for players within specific age groups.
* Ensure completion of any mandatory training required for the role, including internal club training around Safeguarding and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
* Any other reasonable requests as directed by management.
* 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.
* 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.
* Report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
* Adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
Essential Criteria for the Role
* FA Level 3 (UEFA B) in Coaching Football
* Prior experience of working in a professional football academy (Full-time or part-time)
* A love, passion, and experience of working within the schoolboy programme.
* EFAIF (First Aid Qualification)
* This role requires the completion of a DBS check upon offer acceptance
* Organisational skills.
* Delivery skills.
* The ability to communicate with parents/guardians
* The ability to communicate with players of all age ranges
* The ability to communicate with coaches across all phases
Working Schedule
* Monday: 17:00-19:00
* Friday: U9s 17:00-19:00, U12s 19:00-20:30
* Sunday: Matchdays/Training
Application Process
Please download and save the application form before inputting information. If you require a paper copy please contact the HR department careers@sufc.co.uk or call 0114 253 7200.
Completed application forms must be submitted via email to careers@sufc.co.uk stating the vacancy title in the subject or posted to HR, Sheffield United Football Club, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, S2 4SU.
Closing Date
Thursday 23rd October 2025. Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.
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