About The Role
- Plan, deliver, and review engaging coaching sessions for a designated player “cell” across our squads.
- Provide individualized feedback and monitor progress through IDPs (Individual Development Plans) and regular reviews.
- Contribute to matchday preparation, in‑game coaching, and post‑match feedback for designated players.
- Work collaboratively with the MDT (analysis, sports science, medical, psychology, education & welfare) to support holistic player development.
- Record session plans, attendance, and player progress accurately on the KML system.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with players, parents, and Academy staff.
- Promote and uphold safeguarding, player welfare, and the Academy’s values at all times.
About The Candidate
Essential Requirements
- UEFA B Licence (minimum).
- FA Youth Award (or currently working towards).
- FA Safeguarding Children Certificate.
- FA Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF).
- Previous experience coaching players in an academy or elite environment.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and matchdays.
Desirable Attributes
- Working towards or holding the UEFA A Licence.
- Experience delivering within a cell or specialist coaching model.
- Knowledge of EPPP requirements and the KML system.
- Experience with video/performance analysis tools (e.g., Veo, YouTube).
Personal Characteristics
- Committed to supporting young players within a professional development pathway.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive role model with high levels of professionalism.
- Flexible, adaptable, and collaborative in working within a multidisciplinary team.
About The Club
Established in 1976, Stevenage Football Club competes in Sky Bet League One. The club’s home ground is the Lamex Stadium, which holds 7,800 supporters.
Required Background Checks
- Enhanced Criminal Records Checks (including checks against the Barred Lists) are mandatory. All convictions, including spent convictions not filtered by DBS, must be declared.
Safeguarding Statement
Stevenage Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment.
BAME Declaration
The English Football League has introduced positive action measures aimed at tackling the under‑representation of coaches and managers from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (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.
Equality and Diversity Statement
Stevenage Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and staff will be regarded equally and will be given equal opportunities irrespective of sex, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin.
Further training on Anti-Discrimination and Inclusion is available to all.
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