Part-Time Youth Development Phase CoachDerby County

Derby County are seeking to recruit a Part-Time Youth Development Phase Coach to join the Coaching Department at Moor Farm Training Centre.

Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Youth Development Phase (U15 - U16) in meeting the targets outlined in the Academy Performance Plan, Academy Playing & Coaching Philosophy, and Academy Values. They will assist in delivering the coaching programme within the Youth Development Phase and contribute to the effective running of the Youth Development Phase Day Release programme. They will promote the holistic development of players, ensuring their individual needs are met in line with their Individual Development Plans, whilst modelling and upholding exemplary practice that reflects the DCFC Academy values for both players and staff across the phase.

Key Role Responsibilities:
• Coach across the U15/U16 age groups squad and take responsibility for the progression and individual development of all players within the age groups.
• Ensure full adherence to the academy’s holistic player development approach at all times.
• Complete all academy requirements on Kitman Labs and Hudl in line with established standards and deadlines.
• Conduct player and parent review meetings every ten weeks, following academy guidelines.
• Coach and support the Lead Coaches within the age group games programme, overseeing all related logistical and operational arrangements.
• Take ownership of your professional development via your Development Action Plan, aligned with the DCFC Coach Competency Framework.
• Undertake ongoing personal CPD as required to meet the demands of the role.
• Support the retain and release process in line with club policies and procedures.
General Responsibilities
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all players and colleagues, adhering to relevant health and safety policies and guidance.
• Actively contribute to maintaining, strengthening, and enhancing the club’s safeguarding provision, ensuring the highest standards for safeguarding children and adults at risk.
• Uphold and promote all organisational policies and procedures, including those relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Represent the organisation professionally, maintaining an appropriate and positive public image.
• Undertake any additional duties reasonably required and commensurate with the role.


Personal characteristics and experience:
• Coaching within a football academy environment
• Experience of using the Kitman Labs Platform
• Coaching within a Category 1 environment
• Playing at a semi- professional or professional standard
• Hardworking and enthusiastic
• Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Excellent Communications skills both verbal and written
• Able to build positive relationships with players, staff and stakeholders
• Able to prioritise and manage own workload
• Work using initiative and as part of a team
• Able to adapt quickly to changing circumstances

Qualifications:
Essential
• UEFA B License
• FA Youth Award
• Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football
• Safeguarding Children Certificate

Desirable
• UEFA A License
• FA Advanced Youth Award (YDP)

Salary is competitive, dependent on experience.

Excellent spoken and written English is essential for this role, as it involves clear, accurate communication in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.