The Role
We are looking for an Assistant Coach (Set Pieces and Player Development) to play a pivotal role within our Women's First Team coaching set up, equipping the team with additional expertise across set pieces and individual player development.
In this exciting role, you'll work closely with our Head Coach, supporting the delivery of a world‑leading football programme, with the ultimate objective of consistently winning trophies.
Who we are
We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success – read more about our history, here.
Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We require successful candidates to complete a DBS check and other essential background checks before starting employment. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, a DBS will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check.
Your day-to-day
* Contribute to a best‑in‑class coaching programme as part of a multidisciplinary team to assist the AWFC First Team Head Coach with preparation and development of a world‑class football programme, ensuring players perform at their highest level.
* Deliver an exceptional set‑piece philosophy, evolving and delivering a clear set‑piece philosophy – overseeing offensive and defensive corner kicks, free kicks, kick‑offs and throw‑ins, ensuring consistency of delivery and alignment throughout AWFC.
* Champion player development, designing and delivering individual and position‑specific development plans to produce world‑leading players.
* Own the end‑to‑end process from briefing to delivery, overseeing analysis, planning and implementation of attacking and defensive set pieces, coaching on the pitch, leading team and unit meetings and providing individual analysis sessions.
* Analyse opposition set pieces, leading previews and post‑match reviews of dead‑ball strategies, delivering insights to the coaching staff and players and identifying strengths, weaknesses and potential tactical approaches of upcoming opponents.
* Lead set pieces on matchdays, providing live analysis of set pieces to enhance performance during fixtures.
* Develop a periodisation plan, creating and delivering a proactive set‑piece periodisation plan aligned to the match schedule and overall team training programme, integrating set pieces into the broader training programme and ensuring alignment with tactical priorities.
* Support collection and maintenance of training databases, creating a database of all set‑piece plans, strategies and video clips for easy sharing and access by relevant team members.
* Collaborate with colleagues across medical, physiotherapy, sport science and performance teams regarding player performance.
What we are looking for
* Background in elite level coaching – a successful, verifiable record of coaching elite teams and world‑class players in a professional/high‑performance environment, plus knowledge of women’s football in England.
* Credible expertise – at least a UEFA A Licence Coaching Award, and FA certifications in Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Children.
* Excellent communication skills – dynamic, confident communicator who adapts style and approach as required, facilitating effective delivery of performance insights and building team cohesion.
* Organised and adaptable approach – effective organisational skills, attention to detail, maintaining high quality output within strict deadlines.
* Forward‑thinking mindset – ability to adapt to emerging technologies and automate processes.
* Experience with key software – worked with tools such as HUDL Sportscode Pro/Elite, and proficiency in MS Excel and video editing software (Studio, CoachPaint).
* Ambassador for our club – adherence to a strict code of confidentiality regarding club information.
Benefits
* Exciting reward and recognition scheme.
* Generous holiday allowance increasing with length of service.
* Internal learning and development programmes.
* Competitive health and wellbeing benefits package.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discounts with partners.
* Opportunity to contribute to ED&I strategy via Employee Networks.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Leader and actively encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process, let us know.
EEO Statement
Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion.
This role requires flexibility in working hours and attendance at all Women’s First Team matches, including UK and international travel.
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