Academy Coach (Casual Role)

Overview

The Role: We are looking for an Academy Coach to join us on a casual basis to work within the Youth Development Phase and oversee and deliver the training and games programme of the Under 9-16 age groups. In this role, you\’ll assist the age groups directly below and above, while working closely with support departments to deliver both on and off field success.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coaching sessions – plan, deliver and review age-appropriate coaching sessions within our Academy\’s periodisation plan and playing philosophy, contributing to the development of world class players and lifelong students of the game.
• Keep senior colleagues up to date – diligently submit session plans, match and attendance reports, and player reviews to the Head Coach.
• Conduct effective player meetings throughout the season – partner with the Head Coaches to hold mid and full season meetings with players, parents/guardians and Coaches.
• Oversee a smooth operation – take pride in being responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of equipment and identify resource needs.
• Partner with our player Recruitment team – form a close link with Recruitment and discuss input into retain and release strategies.
• Act as an ambassador for the club – maintain discipline as set out in the code of conduct and adhere to a strict code of confidentiality regarding club information.

What We Are Looking For

• Background in coaching young players – experience as an Academy Coach within relevant age groups, with an up-to-date understanding of long-term player development and modern coaching methods and strategies.
• Credible expertise – hold (or be working towards) a UEFA B Coaching Award and FA Youth Award Module 3, with a valid FA Licensed Coaches Club Membership, plus up-to-date Safeguarding Children and Emergency Aid certificates.
• Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate effectively with parents/guardians, Coaches and players of varying ages and experience, and produce outstanding written and verbal reports.
• Best-in-class attention to detail – pride in providing accurate and thorough session plans and reports to equip colleagues and set players up for success.
• Natural teamplayer – able to work closely with Head Coaches, Coaches, Recruitment teams and colleagues across the board to achieve wider aims.
• Professional and dedicated approach – professional, discreet, and supportive to colleagues when needed.

Arsenal for Everyone

Arsenal for Everyone is our commitment to promoting and embracing equality, diversity and inclusion so that everyone connected to the club feels they belong to the same Arsenal family. We believe that diversity of background, skills and experience drives our success on and off the pitch.

Disability Confident Leader

We are a Disability Confident Leader. We actively welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. If you are likely to meet the definition of being a ‘disabled person’ under the Equality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via the Disability Confident Scheme; please indicate this in your application form. The information you share about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring that our environments for children, young people and adults at risk remain safe and inclusive. We require successful candidates to complete a DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting employment. Depending on responsibilities, a DBS may be basic, standard, or enhanced.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 26 October 2025.

Please note: we reserve the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. We encourage you to submit your application sooner rather than later.