Youth Development Phase (U15-U16)Oxford United

The Part-Time Youth Development Phase Coach (U15–U16) at Oxford United will play an important role in supporting the progression of players as they move through a critical stage of their development. The role centres on delivering high-quality, purposeful coaching sessions that enhance players’ technical, tactical, physical, psychological, and social capabilities.

The coach will create a positive, safe, and appropriately challenging environment that encourages players to take ownership of their development, build resilience, and maximise their individual potential, while maintaining a strong passion for the game.

Working collaboratively within the academy’s multidisciplinary team, the coach will plan, deliver, and review training sessions in line with the club’s coaching philosophy and the principles of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). The role also involves supporting the holistic development of players both on and off the pitch, promoting high standards of behaviour, accountability, and professionalism.

Job title: Part-time Coach. Youth Development Phase (U15-U16)
Reporting to (Job title): Head of Coach Development and Ideology
Department: Academy (Coaching)
Direct Reports: Youth Development Phase Lead
Location: Oxford United Training Centre/Oxford City Stadium
Hours: Evening & Weekend (8 hours)
FT / PT: PT – Fixed Contract
Salary: £600 per month (10 months)

Responsibilities:

• To be responsible for planning and delivering safe, age-appropriate, and individual-specific training in line with the academy coaching programme and playing philosophy, using a games-based learning approach.
• To work within a multidisciplinary team (Coaches, Performance Analyst, Medical, Recruitment, S&C, Education, Player Care, etc.) for the individual player’s benefit.
• To be responsible for updating and maintaining the players' performance clock on the Kitman Labs system. This includes uploading sessions, player attendance, match day game time, individual learning plan feedback, and writing performance reviews throughout the season.
• To consistently give appropriate feedback to players during sessions and games based on their individual learning plan.
• To always maintain a professional standard while representing the Club.
• To always demonstrate behaviours linked to our values (Commitment, Resilience, Enjoyment, Courage, and Ambition).
• To be responsible for maintaining the equipment designated for your age group.
• To attend all training and match days for your designated group.
• To participate in ongoing CPD opportunities provided by the Club.
• To understand and work on your own individual development plans throughout the season.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential 

• UEFA B Licence
• FA Youth Award
• FA Safeguarding Children
• Full DBS
• Current FA Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAIF) qualification
• Available to work flexibly (including evenings and weekends)
• Driving Licence

Desirable 

• UEFA A Licence or FA Advanced Youth Award
• Experience/knowledge of Hudl and Kitman labs system
• Understanding of EPPP rules and regulations
• Previous experience of working within an EPPP academy