This role is available on either a full-time (40 hours per week) or part-time (26 hours per week) basis. If selected to progress, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you by email to confirm your preferred working arrangement 

The Opportunity

We are seeking an outstanding Youth Development Phase Coach to take ownership of the on- and off-pitch delivery of our Academy Blueprint for a designated age group. This role sits at the heart of our player pathway, with responsibility for maximising individual and team development in line with our Chelsea Coaching Methodology and 4C’s framework. Beyond performance, you will set and model the highest standards of behaviour, discipline and professionalism, helping young players flourish both as footballers and people. 

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, delivery and review of an age-group coaching programme aligned to the Academy Blueprint and 4C’s

Manage talent across the age group, including squad selection, trials, transitions, and retain/release decisions

Design and deliver high-quality training and matchday programmes using a player-centred, multidisciplinary Plan-Do-Review approach

Track and evidence team and individual progress through performance systems and the Blue Review cycle

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to drive meaningful player reviews, goal setting and feedback

Communicate effectively with players, parents/guardians and internal stakeholders using club platforms and processes

Contribute to wider coaching and pathway delivery through additional Coaching & Leadership Responsibilities (CLRs)

Uphold safeguarding, conduct and behaviours that reflect the highest standards of the Academy and Football Club values