Role Details
Lead Professional Development Coach (U18). Hours: Full time to follow the U18 schedule, including evenings and weekends. Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing. Contract: Permanent. Deadline: 6th March 2026.
About Brighton & Hove Albion FC
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.
Develop the Next Generation of Elite Footballers
Do you thrive in a high‑performance environment where every day brings an opportunity to unlock potential and achieve success? This role will lead the coaching programme and delivery for the U18 academy squad, working closely with our Professional Development Coach and multidisciplinary team.
Coaching Background
Experience working within professional football in a coaching role. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across players, parents, colleagues, and external partners. If you’re driven, committed, and motivated by helping young players reach their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Values
* Treat People Well
* Exceed Expectations
* Aim High, Never Give Up
* Act with Integrity
* Make it Special
* Be Fan Focused
Benefits
* Complimentary breakfast and lunch at both sites
* 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part‑time staff)
* Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
* Enhanced family policies
* Access to a gym and padel court at our training ground
* Priority access to match tickets and free WSL tickets for 2025/26 season
* In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
* Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
Legal and Conditions
This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3‑year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. We do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.
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