At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging training sessions for our Girls Academy players.
- Company: Join Brighton & Hove Albion FC, a top football club with community spirit.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, casual contract, and the chance to inspire young talent.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and be part of a team that values integrity and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young players' development in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: UEFA B Licence and experience working with academy players required.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Hours: Zero hours
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Contract Type: Casual, hourly paid
Deadline Day: 17th July 2026
About Brighton & Hove Albion FC
We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage while embracing our Sussex community spirit. At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to high performance, professional excellence, and making a positive impact.
Join our Girls Academy for the 26/27 season and beyond! We are looking for a dynamic coach to plan, prepare, deliver, and evaluate training sessions and matches on a weekly basis. You will complete session plans prior to every session in conjunction with the syllabus. You will also support with our girls academy players' individual development plan process for each player in the primary age group you’re working with. Most of the sessions will be during the evenings and weekends, so you must have a flexible approach to your working hours.
Your coaching background
You must be enthusiastic about player development in the younger ages, providing a high-support, high-challenge mindset towards coaching. You will have extensive knowledge and experience of the football industry, and previous experience working with academy players.
To be successful in this role you must hold the following qualifications:
- UEFA B Licence
- Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate
- Valid FA Emergency Aid Certificate
Our values are essential to our success
Our values serve as guiding principles for how we connect with one another, our fans, partners and sponsors. As a club, we embody these values in everything we do:
- Treat People Well
- Exceed Expectations
- Aim High. Never Give Up
- Act with Integrity
- Make it Special
- Be Fan Focused
Our commitment to EDI
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact.
Safeguarding is part of everything we do
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is UK-based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3-year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.
Girls Academy Coach - Mash Barn Ln, in Ashurst employer: Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club
Brighton & Hove Albion FC is an exceptional employer for those passionate about football and community engagement. Located at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, our work culture fosters inclusivity and personal growth, offering unique opportunities to develop coaching skills while contributing to the development of young talent in a supportive environment. Join us to be part of a team that values high performance and professional excellence, all while making a positive impact in the local community.
Contact Details:
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club Recruitment Team
