About The Role

Preston North End Football Club has an exciting opportunity for an Academy Coach on a part time basis to work within the Academy team.

Coaching Sessions 

Coaching sessions will take place on a Tuesday and a Friday evening; matches will be played on a Sunday. Your hours of work will be determined by the needs of the role and can be up to 10 hours a week during the season.

Location 

The Academy Training Complex is based at Springfield's Training Ground, Lea, Preston and at UCLan Sports Arena. Cottam, Preston, however the role will require you to travel to various locations nationwide.

About The Candidate

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

* Must be in possession of a UEFA B Licence.

* FA Youth Awards are advantageous.

* Must be able to exhibit sufficient experience within a youth environment and within a professional football Club that encompasses knowledge from playing, coaching and management.

* Must be able to present both written and oral reports from coaching sessions and matches.

* Must hold an up to date Emergency First Aid certificate in football, Level 2.

* Willing to work towards the FA Advanced Youth Award and with the age-specific specialist element relevant to the development phase youth coach. (OR willing to complete this qualification when appropriate as agreed with the Academy Manager).

* You are required to undertake necessary ad regular safeguarding training annually.

* Excellent communication skills and have the ability to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally.

* Must be presentable and reliable.

* Must hold a UK Driving Licence. (This is required, as you will be expected to travel frequently as part of the role).