Boys Pathway ManagerMK Dons

Boys Pathway Manager

Employer: Milton Keynes Dons Football Community Trust Location: Stadium MK & Community Hubs in and around Milton Keyens Salary: £25,000 - £30,000pa Contract: 1 Year Fixed Term Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week About Us Milton Keynes Dons Community Trust is a charitable organisation dedicated to making a positive impact on people’s lives through sport and community programmes. We support individuals, particularly young people, to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing, regardless of theirbackground orability. We deliver inclusive, high-quality programmes designed to meet the needs of our communities, ensuring that everyone hastheopportunity toparticipateandthrive. We are building on strong foundations to become a leading force for good across Milton Keynes, reaching further,supporting morepeople, andworkinginpartnershipwith organisationsacrossthecitytocreate lasting change. Together,wecanmakea lasting difference TheRole We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated Boys Pathway Manager to lead and develop our Boys Football Pathway, creating high-quality opportunities that support player development from grassroots throughtotheelite game. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of boys' football within the MK Dons Community Trust. You will be responsible for managing and growing our Boys Advanced Player Development Centres,CommunityFootballprogrammesandSoccerSchools,whilstdevelopingstrongrelationshipswithlocal clubs,schoolsandkeystakeholders. Working closely with the Head of Community Football, you will ensure the successful delivery of programmes that inspire young players, support coach development and provide clear progression opportunities for participantsacrossthepathway. KeyResponsibilities

About You Essential Criteria

EssentialCriteriaCont.

• Deliver high-quality SoccerSchoolsthatachieveparticipationandperformancetargets.
• Develop effectivetalentidentification processestosupportplayerprogression throughout thepathway.
• Build andmaintainpositive relationships withlocalfootballclubs,schoolsandcommunitypartners.
• Line manage coaches and staff working within the Boys Pathway, providing mentoring, support and continuousprofessional development.
• Recruit,develop andretainhigh-quality coachingstaff.
• Ensureallprogrammesoperateinline withFA,Community Trustandsafeguarding standards.
• Manageprogrammeadministration, registrationsandparentcommunications.
• Monitor programme performance, collect impact data and contribute to KPI reporting, case studies and funding evidence.
• Support wider Community Trust activities, matchday events and community engagement initiatives as required.
• Promote the values of MK Dons Community Trust, ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded acrossallprogrammes.
• UEFAC CoachingQualification.
• FALicensedCoach.
• FAEmergencyFirstAid qualification (orrecognised FAequivalent).
• CurrentFASafeguarding Children qualification.
• Experience coachingboys'footballwithina playerdevelopment environment.
• Knowledgeandunderstanding ofcurrentboys'footballplayerpathwaysanddevelopment structures.
• Understanding ofchilddevelopment andtheability tocreatepositive learning environments.
• Experience managingorcoordinatingfootballprogrammes.
• Excellent organisational,planning andcommunicationskills.
• Ability tobuild positive relationships withplayers, parents,schools,clubsandcolleagues.
• Willingness toworkevenings, weekends andoccasionalmatchdays.
• Full UKdriving licenceandaccesstoowntransport.

Desirable Criteria

• UEFAB CoachingQualification.
• Experience ofTalentIdentification.
• Understanding ofLong-TermPlayerDevelopment principles.
• FAYouthAwardorYouthCoachingqualification.
• Experience developing andmentoring coachesthrough CPD.
• Experience workingwithinanacademyorelite playerdevelopment environment.
• Knowledgeofacademystructuresandplayerprogression pathways.

Why join us: This is more than a football coaching role, it's an opportunity to inspire the next generation of players and help shape the future of football within Milton Keynes. As Boys Pathway Manager, you will play a central role in developing exciting football opportunities that enable young people to grow, progress and reach their full potential. Through innovative coaching programmes, player development and community engagement, your work will have a lasting impact on hundreds of young participants each year. You'll join an ambitious and passionate organisation committed to improving lives through football, sport and community programmes. As we continue to expand our football pathway, you'll have the opportunity to influence its future direction, develop talented coaches and build strong partnerships across the local football community. We value collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement and are committed to investing in our people through ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities. If you're passionate about player development, coaching excellence and creating meaningful opportunities for young people through football, we'd love to hear from you. Our Commitment Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Safeguarding We are dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all team members are expected to uphold our policies and procedures. Application Process To apply, please submit: A completed application form Your CV A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role Applications should be sent to: [email protected] As part of our safer recruitment process, reference requests may be completed prior to interview. Successful applicants will also be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check at the appropriate level for the role.