About The Role
U13s Lead Coach & U18 Assistant Coach – Job Advert
Plymouth Argyle FC are recruiting an exciting coaching position within our Academy and are seeking a highly motivated and experienced U13 Lead Coach & U18 Assistant Coach to support the delivery of our player development programme across both the Youth Development Phase and Professional Development Phase.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the development pathway of Academy players, contributing across two critical phases while working within a progressive, multidisciplinary environment.
As the Club continues its transition to Foulston Park, our new purpose-built Academy training ground, this role offers the chance to be part of an ambitious and evolving football programme.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the planning, delivery and review of the U13 coaching programme, including training sessions and matchdays.
• Support the delivery of the U18 weekly programme alongside the Professional Development Phase Lead Coach.
• Design, implement and review Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for players across both age groups.
• Ensure all players receive performance reviews in line with EPPP timelines.
• Deliver a holistic coaching programme covering technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social development.
• Maintain accurate player records and ensure all data is updated on FIP and relevant systems.
• Support the implementation of the Club’s playing philosophy across YDP and PDP phases.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary staff including medical, sports science, education and recruitment.
• Assist in player inductions, parent engagement and Academy events.
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Essential Requirements:
• UEFA A Licence.
• FA Advanced Youth Award (12–16 or 17–21).
• FA Youth Award.
• FA Safeguarding Certificate.
• FA Emergency First Aid in Football.
• Experience coaching within a professional football academy environment.
• Strong understanding of player development across YDP and PDP phases.
Desirable:
• Experience working within a high-performance Academy environment.
• Experience delivering structured player development programmes.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
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