Our Story

Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark’s West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.

Role Details

The vacancy is suitable for UEFA B Qualified coaches who have experience in coaching, developing and managing players of mixed ages and abilities. The preparation, delivery and review of each session with Senior Managers with be in Manchester at the City Football Academy. This will be coaching for Manchester City Football Education.

This position will include coaching Player, Team, and coach development programs, primarily on pitch with some programs delivering classroom sessions.  Individuals and groups will be from UK and International territories.

The position offers Training & Development in the delivery of the MCFC coaching methodology and Development Pathways, there will also be UK and International Career Opportunities with the business.

The opportunity to travel when required to deliver short term international projects on behalf of our club partners.

The casual coaching contracts offer a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working.

Your Impact

1. The planning, preparation, and delivery of the MCFC coaching curriculum and methodology.


2. Create a Positive and professional learning environment while connecting and engaging with the players on the programs.


3. To ensure the high standard of delivery while observing the quality assurance of the program. To always make sure positive player and parental feedback.


4. A positive role model and ambassador for MCFC within both on and off field environments, adhering to the positive attitudes, values, and beliefs of MCFC.


5. To work both independently and collectively as part of the coaching team ensuring a positive experience for all the people involved in our programs.

What we are looking for

Essential

• Minimum UEFA B coaching license


• Experience in coaching in education, community, or club setting


• Higher Education and/ or management equivalent Qualification.


• Continued personal development with their local and national FA including safeguarding/ DBS check


• The ability to communicate informally and formally with coaches, players, parents, and key business stakeholders.


• To have good experience in developing players of varying ages and abilities, including reviewing and evaluating individuals.

Desirable

• To have an understanding of football development and the key areas that develop players of all levels


• The ability to work within a positive working environment, providing skills that may develop other coaches.


• To be proficient in preparing and recording of documents to support the coaching, reviewing the project, and presenting to others internally and externally.


• To have the interest, ability and flexibility to travel when required to support international short-, medium- or long-term projects.


• Youth coaching award or education in football development


• To have the drive and ambition to develop personally with guidance of senior coaches.