Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (Girls Academy) Organisation Aston Villa Football Club Salary Attractive Remuneration Package depending on experience Location Bodymoor Heath Training Ground Contract type Permanent Closing date 26 June 2026 Job Description The Department Our Girls Academy Department has established itself as a leader in girls youth football development, consistently delivering the highest standards in coaching, education and training across 10 teams with players aged U10 – U21. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating a supportive and professional environment and we are proud of the role we play in shaping the next generation of female footballers as demonstrated in our recent success with our U21s winning the Professional Game Academy Plate. To support our continued growth and success of our programme, we have a new opportunity for an experienced Coach to join the team, leading the Youth Development Phase (YDP), covering the U12–U16 age groups.The Role Working as a Lead YDP Coach, you will be responsible for the management and direction of the Club’s YDP Phase as well as implementing, monitoring and developing the delivery of the Academy Coaching Programme into the YDP age groups in line with the High-Performance Plan.You will assist the Professional Development Phase (PDP) staff with planning, delivery and review of training and games to ensure that there is a strong player pathway from YDP to PDP and organise the movement of any YDP players to across age groups.You will lead the staff working across the YDP phase and support their development alongside the Head of Coach Development as well as supervise, monitor and evaluate part-time coaches working within the phase. You will also supervise the YDP training and games programme to ensure it meets the needs of the players across the phase.Working closely with the Youth Technical Director, Head of Coach Development and wider multidisciplinary (MDT), you will ensure that the vision, mission and philosophy of the Academy are implemented across the YDP age groups and ensure that lines of communication are clear across the phase and wider MDT.For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile. The PersonThis is a great opportunity for a pro-active and forward-thinking Coach who is passionate about shaping the future of aspiring players. You will need:• UEFA A Licence (or working towards) or the FA Advanced Youth Award (or working towards)• FA Level 1 Emergency First Aid in Football (IFAiF)• FA Safeguarding Children CourseYou must have experience of planning, delivering and monitoring football programmes, as well as experience of coaching young female players at an elite level. You must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner and be able to multitask and prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.You must be available to work flexibly as this role will require you to work evenings and weekends, and hold a full, UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle. Why Join Us? There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of, and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.As part of your application, you will be asked to:1. Upload your CV2. Answer the following question:a) Please outline your key skills, qualities and experience which make you the ideal candidate for this role (400 words maximum)For further information, the Role Profile and to apply please go to www.avfc.co.uk/careers Right to Close Vacancy Posting EarlyThe Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.Equality StatementAston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.Safeguarding Statement Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC - Safeguarding How to apply https://avfc.wd502.myworkdayjobs.com/avfc_careers/job/Bodymoor-Heath-Training-Ground/Lead-Youth-Development-Phase-Coach_JR00080-1 Share X LinkedIn Email