Pre-Academy Elite Group & Regional Centre Coach

Organisation: Sheffield United Football Club
Salary: Up to £8,274.83 per annum
Location: Sheffield United Training Academy, Shireclliffe, Sheffield
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 24 August 2026
Job Description: Contract Type:Permanent, part time
Hours:10 hours per week
Location: Sheffield United Training Academy, Shirecliffe
Department: Pre-academy Coaching
Line Manager: Head of Pre-Academy Coaching
Salary: Up to £8,274.83 per annum, dependent on experience
Post Reference:AC082026-PAEG

Sheffield United Football Club is seeking a talented coach to join our Pre-Academy Development Centre. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for player development and have a proven track record of identifying and nurturing young talent. Strong reporting skills are essential for accurately monitoring player progress and providing valuable insights to the wider recruitment team.

Schedule: Evenings of Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Expected Interview Process:
1st Stage - Getting to know you and competency Based questions (Online or in-person).
2nd Stage - Practical delivery.

Role Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high quality coaching sessions to the players within the Pre-Academy Structure.
- Complete assessments and reviews of players in the system as directed by the Centre Coordinator.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive and up-to date record of the progress of players within the Pre-Academy Centre ensuring this information is kept up to date throughout the course of their time with the Pre-Academy centre and treated confidentially.
- Implement the Club's coaching philosophy into player assessments, demonstrating the key principles and expectations within individual player reports.
- Demonstrate a holistic understanding of Pre-academy's contribution to the overall Academy structure and recruitment and selection process.
- Attend CPD events as directed by the Head of Local Recruitment.
- Attend Zone meetings as directed by the Centre Coordinator.

Club Wide Responsibilities:

- To 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.
- To 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.
- To report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
- To adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
- Any other reasonable requests as directed by management.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

- UEFA C Coaching License.
- FA Safeguarding Children certification.
- FA Emergency First Aid in Football certification.
- Completion of an enhanced criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Desirable Criteria for the Role:

- To hold the UEFA B License/ UEFA B Goalkeeping License.
- FA Talent ID Level 1 and/or Level 2 certification.
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: Monday 24th August 2026 Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.

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Pre-Academy Elite Group & Regional Centre Coach