Academy Coach (Casual Role)

We are looking for an Academy Coach to join us on a casual basis to work within the Youth Development and Foundation Phases and oversee and deliver the training and games programme of the Under 9-16 age groups. In this exciting role, you will be assisting the age groups directly below and above, whilst also working closely with support departments to deliver both on and off field success.

Who we are

We are one of the most famous clubs in world football, with a rich heritage and history of success. Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and have a wide variety of opportunities and career paths for all. We have a very defined purpose: to act for a winning team, culture and community. We achieve this by ensuring we are courageous in the pursuit of progress, we champion our community and each other, and that we do the right thing (even when no one is looking).

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 therefore require successful candidates to complete an enhanced DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting their employment.

Your day-to-day

• Deliver coaching sessions – you’ll 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 – you will diligently submit session plans, match and attendance reports, and player reviews to the Head Coach.
• Conduct effective player meetings throughout the season – you’ll partner with the Head Coaches to hold mid and full season meetings with players, parents/guardians and Coaches.
• Oversee a smooth operation – you will take pride in being responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of equipment and you’ll identify resource needs and report as appropriate.
• Partner with our player Recruitment team – you’ll form a close link with our Recruitment team and discuss and input into retain and release strategies.
• Act as an ambassador for our club – you will maintain discipline as set out in our code of conduct, and you’ll adhere to a strict code of confidentiality in respect of any information relating to our club and its operation.

What we are looking for

• Background in coaching young players – you come with experience as an Academy Coach within relevant age groups, and you have an up to date understanding of long term player development and modern coaching methods and strategies.
• Credible expertise – you hold a UEFA B Coaching Award and you have a valid FA Licensed Coaches Club Membership, as well as up to date certificates in FA Safeguarding Children and Emergency Aid.
• Excellent communication skills – you have an impactful ability to communicate effectively with parents/guardians, Coaches and players of varying ages and experience, and you’re able to produce outstanding written and verbal reports.
• Best-in-class attention to detail – you take pride in providing accurate and thorough session plans and reports, to equip colleagues with all they need and set players up for success.
• Natural team-player – you’re able to work closely with Head Coaches, Coaches, Recruitment teams and colleagues across the board to help achieve wider aims and objectives.
• Professional and dedicated approach – you go about your role with professionalism and discretion and you go out of your way to help others and offer additional support when needed.

Position of Trust

As someone in a position of trust role involving regular, direct contact with children or vulnerable adults you will be expected to uphold high standards of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual, physical or emotional harm. This role requires you to keep updated with both our internal club training and FA Safeguarding training and education.

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 like 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’ according to 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 below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment decisions.

Application Closing Date

Wednesday 15th April 2026. Please note: we reserve the right to close the position early if application volumes are particularly high. We encourage you to get your application in sooner rather than later. Updates on the status of your application will be sent via email, please routinely check your spam and junk folders, as occasionally emails sent via the Teamtailor platform will find themselves there. Good luck!