Sessional Coach - U9/10's Foundation Phase Coach

Sessional Newcastle upon Tyne Competitive Salary Be part of something bigger. Turn potential into performance - helping young players thrive on and off the pitch. We are the heartbeat of the city. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here.

We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable football professional to help us nurture talent and support performance on and off the pitch. This role plays an important part in delivering high standards, supporting player development, and helping us create the best possible environment for success across the Club.

About the role

As a Sessional Coach (U9–U10 Foundation Phase), you will assist in implementing the Academy coaching curriculum and contribute to the development of players within the Foundation Phase age groups. Working with players aged 9–10, you'll help create a positive, engaging and challenging learning environment that supports both player development and enjoyment of the game. You'll work under the guidance of the Lead Phase Coach and Head of Coach Development, ensuring sessions are delivered in line with the Academy's coaching and playing philosophies.

What you’ll do:

• Support the planning, preparation and delivery of engaging, enjoyable and technically accurate coaching sessions for U9–U10 Foundation Phase players.
• Effectively coach, mentor and develop players within the Foundation Phase age groups.
• Lead coaching sessions when required.
• Implement the Academy playing philosophy and coaching principles consistently.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support player development objectives.
• Assist with player review meetings, individual learning plans and progress tracking.
• Support team and squad selection discussions ahead of fixtures.
• Ensure coaching, game-time and player development records are accurately maintained in line with EPPP requirements.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment that supports the holistic development of young players.

Essential criteria:

• UEFA B Licence (FA Advanced Coaching Licence).
• FA Safeguarding qualification.
• FA Basic First Aid for Sport qualification.
• FA Licensed Coaches Club membership.
• Experience working with players within the professional game.
• Excellent communication, listening and presentation skills.
• Understanding of EPPP and the audit process.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, welfare and equality practices.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and Apple software packages.

The team

You’ll join a dedicated Academy coaching team committed to developing talented young players within a high-performance environment. Working alongside experienced coaches and support staff, you’ll play an important role in delivering an exceptional player development experience.

United As One. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

Requirements

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 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.