Academy Coach

Academy Coach

Location: Carrington Training Complex

At Manchester United, we want to create a high-performance culture where everyone can be their best and thrive.

We are committed to the continual growth and development of colleagues through access to skills platforms such as LinkedIn Learning. We also offer a range of wellbeing support, including an employee assistance programme, access to health checks, digital GPs & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace, enhanced family leave, plus schemes such as Cycle 2 Work and holiday purchasing, where you can buy up to 10 extra days of additional leave. When working onsite, you’ll have access to a complimentary lunch and parking every day, alongside gym facilities and regular colleague socials.

From a reward perspective, in recognition of high performance, all colleagues are entitled to an annual performance bonus. As a member of our team, you’ll also gain access to an exclusive range of club and partner discounts via our benefits platform, United Rewards.

Academy:

Our world renowned Academy has an unrivalled tradition of developing players to form the core of a winning first team. Our unique approach puts a huge emphasis on supporting all players to reach their full potential while engaging in life enriching and memorable experiences. It is important to us that through their pursuit of excellence our players will experience significant personal growth and will develop skills that will ensure they are successful in adult life regardless of what they achieve on the pitch.

The Purpose:

We are looking to recruit an expert in youth development who can support players in our youth development phase (13-16) with a specific expertise in players aged 13 & 14.

The Role:

• To support the delivery of coaching sessions to young players between the ages of 13-16
• To support the development of players on match-days
• To contribute to the development of Agreed Action Plans with players
• To provide feedback for players and parents/guardians
• To contribute to the player recruitment process where required
• To contribute to retention decisions
• To collaborate with key stakeholders across the club in order to support the development of Academy players
• To complete all administration required and to the appropriate standard.
• To demonstrate and promote high standards of personal and professional standards both on and off the pitch.
• To continue with CPD and maintain/develop relevant qualifications.

The Person:

• UEFA A Licence
• FA Advanced Youth Award (or working towards this award) preferable.
• Child protection / Safeguarding Award
• Current First Aid qualification.
• Experience of working with young players with high potential
• An enthusiasm for and understanding of young people
• A commitment to supporting young people to reach their full potential.
• A commitment to ensuring that Manchester United’s Academy continues to be a world leading learning environment for players and staff
• An understanding of the philosophy and culture of Manchester United.
• Relevant IT skills
• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to work with total discretion.
• Ability to work on own initiative, unsupervised and as an effective team member.
• The ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner and practical approach to problem solving.
• Sound personal qualities such as communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment, self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
• The successful candidate should exhibit pride in performance and possess high standards in the provision of service to Manchester United’s internal and external customers.
• A willingness to work flexible hours in accordance with the demands of the role.
• Full driving license.

Sound interesting? If you'd like to submit your application, please do so by [Date here].

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