Academy Coach (Youth Academy)

Organisation: Heart of Midlothian plc
Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent employee benefits.
Location: Oriam - Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS, and away fixture venues.
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 24 August 2026
Job Description: Heart of Midlothian Football Club is a Scottish Premiership Professional Football Club based in Edinburgh with Elite Academy Status. We have an exciting opportunity for an Academy Coach to work within our Youth Academy.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Elite Football Academy coach who is passionate about developing talented young players. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Head of Youth Academy and wider Academy staff to support in delivering The Hearts Way philosophy, creating a positive and supportive environment where players can maximise their potential.

Academy Coach Responsibilities:
• Coach an assigned Boys Youth Academy age group (U13–U17) at training sessions and matchdays.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality, engaging coaching sessions.
• Implement and promote The Hearts Way coaching philosophy and curriculum.
• Monitor player development in line with Individual Player Development Plans.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback to players and their parents/carers in accordance with Academy review processes.
• Reflect on coaching practice and continually seek opportunities to develop professionally.
• Foster a safe, positive and inclusive environment that supports both player development and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Academy colleagues and multidisciplinary staff to support player progression.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:
• UEFA Elite Youth A Licence (or currently enrolled on the course).
• Experience coaching within an Elite or high-performance youth football environment.
• Able to evidence the Legal right to work in the UK.
• Valid UK driving license.
• Candidates must be available for three midweek evening training sessions and one weekend matchday each week, in line with the Academy schedule, and able to travel reliably to Oriam (Edinburgh) and away fixture venues.

Essential Skills & Experience:
• Build strong working relationships with coaches and players.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Passion for football and developing players.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What's in it for you?
• Part of an Elite Academy environment committed to developing players.
• Top of the range facilities.
• Opportunity for professional development, supported by video analysis and session planning software.
• The Hearts Way curriculum aligned across the Academy.
• A collaborative, ambitious and supportive coaching environment focused on continual improvement.
How to apply: If you think that you are suitable for the position and meet the criteria above - we would love to hear from you. Please send a Covering Letter and CV to Recruitment@homplc.co.uk. The role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland as a condition of employment. Please note, this advert may close before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND FULLY COMMITTED TO THE SAFEGUARDING AND WELFARE OF VULNERABLE GROUPS. HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN IS A LIVING WAGE ACCREDITED COMPANY.

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Academy Coach (Youth Academy)