Professional Girls Academy U21’s Head Coach & Operations (FTC)

About the role

We are looking for a FTC Professional Girls Academy U21’s Head Coach & Operations to join our team and play an important role in supporting the club’s continued growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality coaching sessions aligned to the Academy coaching programme and playing philosophy.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the coaching curriculum and player development framework.
• Create an engaging learning environment that promotes player ownership, decision-making, curiosity and understanding.
• Support and develop volunteer coaches through mentoring, feedback and shared learning opportunities.
• Contribute to player identification, recruitment and selection activities, including trials and talent identification events.
• Support player development through the setting, monitoring and review of individual development plans and performance objectives.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback to players and parents/carers, utilising performance analysis and technology where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with coaching, medical and performance staff to support player development, wellbeing and injury management.
• Ensure all training sessions and matchday experiences are delivered within a player-centered and development-focused framework.
• Foster positive behaviors, high standards and a culture that reflects the Academy's values and expectations.
• Provide guidance and support to players on both football and personal development matters.
• Maintain accurate player records and contribute to monitoring, reporting and compliance processes.
• Support the planning and delivery of fixtures, travel and operational requirements across the Academy programme.
• Ensure safeguarding, welfare and player wellbeing remain central to all activities and decision-making.
• Contribute to the Academy's ongoing compliance with FA Professional Game Academy licence requirements and club standards.

Requirements

• A team-first mindset and pride in contributing to collective success
• The ability to perform and make sound decisions in a high-pressure sporting environment
• Relentless attention to detail and commitment to elite standards
• Accountability, professionalism and a willingness to go the extra mile

Qualifications

• FA Advanced Youth Award (AYA).
• Additional qualifications or professional development relating to female athlete development.
• Knowledge of growth and maturation, female athlete physiology and menstrual cycle considerations.
• Understanding of talent identification and talent development principles, including Relative Age Effect and unconscious bias.
• Qualifications or experience in athlete lifestyle support, mentoring or holistic player development.
• Experience working within an academy, elite youth or high-performance football environment.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong teamwork and communication
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail
• A positive and professional approach

Benefits

• Health cashback plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-enrolled pension

Safeguarding

Charlton Athletic Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Additional Information

• This role may involve evening and weekend work
• Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK
• Charlton Athletic is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds

To apply, please visit:

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Closing date: 3 July 2026