Lead U15s-U16s Academy Coach at Colchester Academy

Position Lead U15s-U16s Academy Coach
Posted 29 Jun 2026
Expired 29 Jul 2026
Company Colchester Academy
Location Colchester | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Purpose

To lead the coaching provision for U15s-U16s academy age group. To maximise the development within this phase and help manage the transition to U18s football.

Report to

Academy Manager & Head of Coaching

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s coaching programme outlined in the club s Academy Performance Plan
  • Plan, Do & Review the U15s - U16s 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 U15s - U16s 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 U15s - U16s players every 12 weeks
  • Own the Team elements of planning and reviewing training and games
  • Contribute to the recruitment, release and retain decisions of U15s - U16s players
  • Complete all Kitman Labs requirements for the U15s - U16s 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 phase
  • Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.

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

Qualifications

Essential

UEFA A Licence

Advanced Youth Award

Emergency First Aid in Football

FA Safeguarding Children Certificate

Enhanced DBS

Desirable

MSc Sport Coaching

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: £28,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience

Job Info:

  • Company: Colchester Academy
  • Position: Lead U15s-U16s Academy Coach
  • Work Location: Colchester
  • Country: GB

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