PDP Coach (U18s)Norwich City

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced candidate to join the Academy Coaching dep at Norwich City Football Club in the role of PDP Coach. This is an excellent role for someone who is passionate and committed to delivering high quality coaching.

Key tasks/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Deliver and implement a high-quality Professional Development Phase (PDP) coaching programme aligned to the Club’s Playing Style, Coaching Philosophy, and Academy Performance Plan.
• Plan, deliver, and review training sessions and matchdays, ensuring clear objectives, consistent playing principles, and appropriate development opportunities for all players.
• Lead on the creation, monitoring, and evaluation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs), using data, video analysis, and performance insights to support player progression.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff (coaching, goalkeeping, medical, and performance teams) to ensure a holistic, aligned approach to player and team development.
• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Values of Growth, Integrity, Belonging, Resilience, Pride and Commitment

Qualifications/Experience:

Essential:

• UEFA A Licence
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• Up to date EFAiF or BFAS Qualification
• Up to date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
• Experience of working within Academy football

Successful candidates will benefit from a comprehensive range of club benefits. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Complimentary matchday ticket for home fixtures
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced family friendly leave policies
• Pension Scheme with Royal London
• Access to Reward Gateway recognition and discount platform
• Enhanced CPD opportunities and structured professional development pathways.
• The opportunity to get involved in wider club initiatives through a variety of Working Groups.
• A range of wellbeing support, including 24/7 access to a GP for employees and their dependents, as well as access to gyms and exercise classes at both Carrow Road & Avant Training Centre.