U18 Lead Professional Development Phase Coach (Boys Academy)

This is a pivotal role within our Boys Academy Department - you will be responsible for the design and delivery of our U18 PDP Programme leading on the selection and management of the team in respect of all our league, cup and friendly fixtures. You will work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team including the Head of Coach Development, Head of Technical Player Development and Academy Manager with a primary focus on delivering technical and tactical components in line with the Academy Playing Philosophy and Position-Specific profiles. Your role will also oversee the creation and maintenance of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) providing formal and informal performance feedback to players, individual review meetings alongside parents / guardians as and when required.

• UEFA A licence
• FA Advanced Youth Award qualification
• Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAIF)
You will need to bring extensive experience of working in a Professional Development Phase lead role within a Category 1 or 2 Academy as well as significant, demonstrable experience of working within the PDP or at Men's First Team level. We are looking for someone who can inspire our players and staff and support them effectively - you will need to be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise deadlines in a high-performance environment. You will be able to work independently and collaboratively within a muti-disciplinary team. You will also need a growth mindset with a drive for ongoing learning and improvement. Ideally, you will have a UEFA Pro licence and will have experience of working with diverse, elite players who have played at Premier League, Championship, Youth and Senior International level and a history of adopting a coaching methodology which aligns to the Academy / Club DNA whilst prioritising individual player development. You will need to be available to work flexibly at the Club requires including training and home and away matchdays. You will also need a UK driving licence with access to a vehicle to travel between our Club sites.

Our Boys Academy Department is proud to have achieved the prestigious Category One Academy status which reflects our commitment to delivering excellence across all areas of youth football including coaching, education, training, and facilities. We are dedicated to supporting and nurturing the next generation of elite footballers, as demonstrated in our memorable treble-winning 2024/25 season for our U18s as we topped the Under-18 Premier League Southern section table, the Under-18 Premier League national title and we lifted the prestigious FA Youth Cup., There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. This season, we are celebrating our milestone 150th anniversary and our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more., Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.