Job Description

Job Reference: 00000181-1
Date Posted: 14 November 2025
Recruiter: Colchester Academy
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: 25,000 to 26,000
Sector: Community & Sport
Job Type: Permanent
Work Hours: Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose

To maximise the development of Foundation Phase aged players, giving individuals the best chance of earning future club registrations.

Report to

Report directly to Head of Coaching.

Roles and Responsibilities

Plan, Do & Review the Foundation Phase players coaching programme outlined in the club's Academy Performance Plan Plan, Do & Review the Foundation Phase players Games Programme Help create an "Extras Culture" for the players to maximise their available development time Utilise the Multi-Disciplinary support departments to maximise the programme's potential to develop the Foundation Phase players Oversee 6 Weekly plans and reviews on player development, setting performance targets and creating specific individual development plans for each player Oversee daily and weekly plans and reviews aligned to the individual development plans Show positive IMPACT on the academy through self-development, player development and programme development Assess performance of Foundation Phase players every 12 weeks Own the "Team" elements of planning and reviewing training and games Contribute to the sign, release and retain decisions of Foundation Phase players Complete all PMA requirements for the Foundation Phase age groups Aim for self-development by participating in internal and external CPD events Organise Tours, Tournaments and Festivals to extend the games programme Line Manage all part time coaches within the Foundation Phase. Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.

Qualifications

Essential

UEFA B Licence



Advanced Youth Award



EFAiF



FA Child Protection Certificate



Full and clean DBS

Desirable

UEFA A Licence



MSc Sport Coaching

To undertake any reasonable Club requirements as set out by the Football Clubs Senior Management Team.

All staff must be aware of all safeguarding and equity and diversity issues, along with all academy and club policies, rules and regulations. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Salary: 25,000 - 26,000