Department: Boys Academy Coaching and Development Team

Hours of Work: Full-Time (flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Attractive Remuneration Package depending upon experience

Location: Bodymoor Heath Training Ground

Closing Date: Friday 25 September 2026

The Department

Our Boys Academy Department is proud to be a prestigious Category One Academy which reflects our commitment to delivering excellence across all areas of youth football including coaching, education, training, and facilities. We are dedicated to supporting and nurturing the next generation of elite footballers.

As we continue to build on our success, we are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for Youth Development Phase (YDP) Coach to join the team, working specifically with the U15 age group.

The Role

Working as YDP coach, you will lead, manage and coordinate the delivery of the Academy YDP development programs for the U15 age groups, as well as leading on preparing, coaching, managing training and matches. You will ensure all sessions are planned and delivered in line with the technical programme, Coach Code of Conduct and Academy Performance Plan.

You will collaborate and help manage the U15/U16 school release programme, coordinating closely with the Under 16 coaching staff, Education Department, parents, schools and transport to ensure smooth and effective delivery, whilst leading parent and player review meetings. You will also work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to ensure a holistic approach towards player development including the Performance Analysis team and Medical and Sports Science Staff.

For further information about the Role, please see the Role Profile.

The Person

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated coach with a desire to help our players fulfil their full potential.

You must hold the following:

• UEFA A Licence

• FA Advanced Youth Award or working towards

• Current Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)

You must have a proven track record in the development of players and coaches, ideally within a similar role within a Category 1 – 2 Academy, as well as have demonstrable experience of planning, delivery and monitoring of elite football programmes. You must have strong people management skills and be dedicated to the continuous self-improvement and development.

You will have strong organisation skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.

You must be available to work flexibly as this role will require you to work evenings and weekends, and you should ideally hold a full, UK driving licence.

Why Join Us?

There has never been a better time to join Aston Villa Football Club. Our drive to succeed is visible on the global stage, we are building a family ethos and culture to be proud of, and realising our ambitious plans for the expansion and improvement of our world-class facilities. If you are already excited by this challenge and want to play your part in our historic Club, then you'll be pleased to hear about our amazing staff benefits you'll receive whilst working for us! See our Staff Benefits booklet to find out more.

As part of your application, you will be asked to:

1. Upload your CV

2. Answer the following question:

a) Please outline your key skills, qualities and experience which make you the ideal candidate for this role (500 words maximum)

Right to Close Vacancy Posting Early

The Club reserves the right to close any advertised vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received.

Equality Statement

Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and embrace equal opportunities for all.

We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, sex and religion or belief.

Safeguarding Statement

Aston Villa Football Club is fully committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk across our Club. As such, we adhere to Safer Recruitment processes and for some roles a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service may be required prior to starting in a role at the Club. For more information, please see Aston Villa Football Club | The official club website | AVFC - Safeguarding