U16's Head Coach - Women's Football

Organisation: Sheffield United Football Club
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Location: Sheffield, Dore
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 24 September 2025
Job Description: Contract Type: Part Time
Hours: 15 hours
Location: Dore, Sheffield United Training Academy, Sheffield Hallam Sports Park
Line Manager: Academy Manager
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Post Reference: SUW092025-P16HC

For a valid application, please complete and return our official application form, found on our websites vacancies page.

Sheffield United Football Club are seeking an enthusiastic, empathetic, and experienced coach to lead our Women's Under-16s squad, delivering the Club's Game Model and preparing players for the demands of professional football. The role involves overseeing the coaching and matchday programme, inspiring and supporting individual player development and working closely with the Academy's multi-disciplinary team to reinforce a positive, high-performance environment that helps players progress towards the Women's First Team pathway.

Key Role Responsibilities:

- Deliver the Club's Game Model, in conjunction with the coaching framework.
- Manage the Under 16s fixture programme, ensure the team is set up to compete in all fixtures.
- Provide leadership, in conjunction with the Academy Manager to the Under 16s MDT staff.
- Deliver pre- and post-match team and individual analysis, in line with the club framework.
- Support the Academy Manager with the delivery of coaching and training sessions other than the Under 16s squad, as requested by the Academy Manager.
- Work with the Academy Operations Manager to ensure appropriate communication of schedule (times/dates) at which specific elements of the coaching programme and match day programme will be delivered (and any amendments to this schedule).
- Implement and maintain Club appropriate standards, practices and procedures, referred to as 'The Blades Way', for the safe and effective operation of the Under 16s Squad. Creating a high-performance environment and values-based culture that maximises the potential of players and staff.
- Establish and maintain, through the use of Kitman Labs and other club systems, the comprehensive and up-to-date records of players within the Under 16s squad.
- Lead on the footballing IDP's for all Under 16s players, delivering them to players/parents in line with the Academy programme.
- Work with the Academy medical team in relation to the fitness and medical treatment of all players in the Under 16s squad.
- Work with the Academy S&C team in relation to all sports science and physical performance matters relating to the Under 16s squad.
- Work with the Academy Player Support team (Safeguarding, Player Care, Education and Psychology) in relation to all relevant Player Care, Wellbeing and Safeguarding matters relating to the Under 16s squad.
- Make recommendations regarding the recruitment / retention or otherwise of youth players in the Under 16s squad, and in cooperation with the Clubs Technical Board, Academy Manager and 1st Team Head Coach.
- Create and maintain a positive relationship with all local/regional clubs to provide dual registration and stretching opportunities for players.
- Regularly attend, and positively contribute towards the Clubs Technical Board, Academy Leadership Team and Academy Operational Group, providing reports as and when required.

Club Wide Responsibilities:

- Act and behave at all times to project a proper professional image of Sheffield United Football Club and act in the best interests of the Club.
- Carry out/take part in training requests and CPD as directed by the Club.
- Any other reasonable requests as directed by management.
- Adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
- Report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
- Report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
- Adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.

Essential Criteria:

- UEFA B Licensed Coach.
- FA Safeguarding Qualification
- Minimum of FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football
- Experience of and enthusiasm for coaching mentoring elite youth players and/or coaches.
- Track record of producing high performing youth players who have reached First Team Level.
- Empathy with young players with an ability to inspire
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build meaningful, strong strategic relationships with club staff at all levels including 1st team
- Understanding of learning, development and high performance with a proven ability to create optimum learning environments for players.
- Awareness of diversity and equality challenges in football
- Empathy and commitment to the long-term development of the game
- Strong existing relationships within the Academy Network.
- Completion of an Enhanced DBS check upon offer acceptance.

Desirable Criteria:

- FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football

Expected Schedule:

- Tuesday - 6:00pm-9:30pm
- Wednesday - 6:00pm-9:30pm
- Thursday - 6:00pm-9:30pm
- Saturday - 9:00 am - 13:00pm

Expected Interview Process:

1st Stage - Getting to know you & Competency based questions
2nd Stage - Practical Delivery
How to apply: Application Process Please download and save the application form before inputting information. If you require a paper copy please contact the HR department careers@sufc.co.uk or call 0114 253 7200. Completed application forms must be submitted via email to careers@sufc.co.uk stating the vacancy title in the subject or posted to HR, Sheffield United Football Club, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, S2 4SU. Closing Date: Wednesday 24th September 2025 Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above. Sheffield United Application Form Please download and save the application form before inputting information. Eligibility for Employment in the UK In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received. Equality and Diversity Sheffield United FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment. Sheffield United FC are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like further information regarding the scheme and how we are able to support disabled persons within the workplace, then please contact our HR team at careers@sufc.co.uk Safer Recruitment Sheffield United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK. For further information on the Club's Safeguarding Statement please access the following link: sufc.co.uk/club/policies/safeguarding-policy