The Club is one of the leading professional football clubs in Scotland. Based at Easter Road Stadium in Scotland’s Capital City, Edinburgh the Club is a stones throw away from the hustle and bustle of the City Centre. Over the course of its history Hibernian Football Club has won all of the major domestic titles, most recently winning the Scottish Cup in 2016. Hibernian was the first British team to play in European competition in the 1956; reaching the semi-finals.
Job Title:Academy Coach – Emerging Talent Centre (Grangemouth)
Department: Academy
Location: Grangemouth Stags, Glensburgh Rd, Grangemouth FK3 8XL
Reports to: Head of Academy Recruitment and Talent Identification
Hours: Evening 6pm – 7pm, casual/fixed term
The Academy Coach will support the delivery of the Emerging Talent Centre (ETC) programme at Hibernian FC. The role is responsible for providing high-quality coaching to young players identified within the club’s talent pathway, helping to support their technical, tactical, physical and psychological development.
Working within the Club’s academy philosophy and player development model, the successful candidate will help create a positive, challenging and player-centred learning environment that supports the progression of players into the club’s academy system.
Talent Centre Dates
Oct - Dec
30-10-26 - 18-12-26
Jan - March
22-01-27 -12-03-27
Key Responsibilities
Coaching & Player Development
- Plan with other coaches and deliver high-quality coaching sessions aligned with the academy’s playing philosophy and curriculum.
- Support the development of players within the Emerging Talent Centre programme.
- Deliver sessions that focus on individual technical development and decision-making in game-related practices.
- Ensure sessions are engaging, inclusive and developmentally appropriate for players.
Talent Identification & Recruitment
- Support the identification of talented players within the ETC environment.
- Provide feedback on players’ progress and development.
- Work collaboratively with academy staff involved in talent identification and recruitment.
Player Monitoring & Welfare
- Contribute to the monitoring of player development across technical, tactical, physical and psychological areas.
- Ensure a safe, supportive and positive environment for all players.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child protection in line with club and Scottish Football Association guidelines.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with academy staff, scouts and other ETC coaches to support player progression.
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding programme expectations where required.
- Attend relevant meetings, CPD events and staff briefings.
Administration
- Maintain accurate attendance records and session plans where required.
- Assist with player reviews and development reports.
- Support the operational delivery of the Emerging Talent Centre programme.
Person Specification
Essential
- Scottish FA Coaching Qualification (minimum UEFA C Licence).
- Current PVG membership and safeguarding certification.
- Experience coaching youth players in a development environment.
- Strong understanding of player development principles.
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging coaching sessions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the values and philosophy of Hibernian FC.
- Full driving licence with access to transport.
Desirable
- UEFA Youth Licence (or working towards).
- First Aid qualification.
- Scottish FA, Talent Identification 1.3
- Experience supporting player reviews and development planning.
Hibernian FC is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Hibernian FC is also committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.
