Head of Coaching / Foundation Phase Lead Coach
Key Contacts
Internal: Academy Players, Academy Manager, Head of Coaching, Phase Lead Coach, Coaching Staff, Medical & Sports Science Teams, Academy Operations Manager
External: Parents/Guardians, Grassroots Clubs
Budgetary Responsibilities
None
Location
Newport Int Sports Village, Newport NP19 4RA
USW Sports Park, Treforest CF37 5UP
Hours
Not specified
Job Purpose
Newport County AFC Academy is seeking a part-time U8–U10 Age Group Coach to deliver its coaching syllabus and support the holistic development of players within the Foundation Phase. This role plays a key part in providing a fun, engaging and age-appropriate learning environment to help players fall in love with the game.
Remuneration
Dependent on qualifications and experience
Role Responsibilities & Key Duties
1. Promote Newport County AFC values and maintain a respectful, safe, and inclusive coaching environment for young players.
2. Plan, deliver, and reflect on engaging coaching sessions in line with the Academy’s Foundation Phase curriculum and coaching framework.
3. Use age-appropriate methods to support individual and team development (ball mastery, 1v1s, small-sided games).
4. Record attendance and session notes using Academy systems (e.g., Football iP).
5. Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and contribute to regular development updates.
6. Support the creation and delivery of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) every 6–12 weeks.
7. Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff (coaching, medical, sports science, analysis) to support player needs.
8. Ensure safeguarding and player welfare are prioritised at all times.
9. Attend weekend fixtures, in-house festivals and CPD events as required.
10. Uphold all Club policies including Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
11. Maintain training equipment and ensure high coaching standards across sessions.
12. Undertake ongoing CPD in line with EFL and Club expectations.
13. Assist with player recruitment and trial events when required.
14. Carry out any other duties as directed by the Academy Manager or Phase Lead.
About The Candidate
Qualifications
* FA Youth Award / Introduction to Coaching Football
* Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
* Enhanced DBS Check
* UEFA B Licence
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Understanding of Foundation Phase coaching
* Experience working with 5–11 age group
* Knowledge of EPPP & Youth Development structures
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* IT proficiency (e.g., Football iP, Microsoft Office)
* Experience with talent ID or grassroots engagement
Attitude and Personal Qualities
* Passionate about youth development and player-centred coaching
* A genuine team player with strong reliability and professionalism
* Empathetic, engaging and enthusiastic around young players
* Committed to CPD and continuous improvement
* Adaptable and able to respond to the needs of young players
* Approachable and supportive in parent communication
About The Club
Safeguarding Statement
Newport County AFC is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment.
This post requires Enhanced Criminal Records Checks and may include checks against the Barred Lists, as such it is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Therefore all convictions including spent convictions that have not been subject to filtering by the DBS should be declared”.
Relevant information and / or documents will be distributed as part of the recruitment process.
The English Football League has introduced positive action measures aimed at tackling the under-representation of coaches and managers from Black, Asian and Minority Ethic (BAME) backgrounds. New regulations require clubs to shortlist at least one suitably qualified BAME candidate (where an application has been received) for all roles in Academy football that require a UEFA A or UEFA B Licence.
As part of the application process, you will therefore be asked to declare your ethnicity.
E & D Statement
Newport County AFC Academy is committed to providing services which embrace diversity and that promote equality of opportunity.
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