Job Description

Birmingham City Football Club is committed to developing talented young players and creating an elite learning environment. As we continue to develop our Academy structure in line with the

Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP)

, we are seeking a driven and passionate

Youth Development Phase Coach

to join our coaching department.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Lead the coaching programme for an assigned YDP age group, delivering sessions aligned with the club's philosophy. Monitor and support the development of players through detailed planning, review, and feedback processes. Ensure compliance with all EPPP, Premier League, and EFL regulations and requirements. Maintain accurate training, match, and attendance records on the Football Intelligence Platform. Coordinate age group fixtures and playing opportunities in line with individual and collective development plans. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to ongoing player assessments and reviews. Support trialist assessments and provide feedback in line with the club's signing/exit policies. Contribute to the club's coach development initiatives including CPD events, Development Action Plans (DAP), and Coaching Competency Framework (CCF). Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and player welfare at all times.

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What are we looking for from you?

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UEFA A Licence. FA Advanced Youth Award. FA Youth Award. Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF). Proven experience developing players in an elite academy environment. Strong understanding of youth development principles and the player pathway.

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What We Offer:

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23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with service). Free on-site parking. Complimentary matchday tickets for Men's and Women's home fixtures. Employee Assistance Programme (Help@Hand) including mental health support, virtual GP, and more. Auto-enrolment in company pension scheme. Life Assurance cover (2x annual salary).Access to Club discounts and offers. The opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and professionals sporting environment.
Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process.

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Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability
Work Location: In person