Academy Coach (Casual Role)

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 exciting role, you’ll 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 – read more about our history, here.

Beyond that, we are passionate about our local community and, behind the scenes, we 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).

Discover why ‘Our Gunners’ are proud to be part of our team – view their stories here.

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 (or are working towards) a UEFA B Coaching Award and FA Youth Award Module 3, and you have a valid FA Licensed Coaches Club Membership, as well as up to date certificates in 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 teamplayer – 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

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 the 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.

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 a DBS check and other essential background checks prior to starting their employment. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, a DBS will be either a basic, standard, or enhanced check.

Application Closing Date – Sunday 26th October 2025

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.

Good luck!