Head of Football Academy

Are you passionate about football, coaching, and developing young talent? We’re looking for an energetic and inspiring Head Coach for the New College Swindon Football Academy to lead our thriving programme and help shape the future of college football. With a squad of committed players, access to a full-size 3G pitch, gym facilities, and VEO performance analysis, this is an exciting opportunity for a coach who wants to make a real impact, on the pitch and in the lives of young people. What you’ll do: Lead and deliver high-quality coaching sessions twice a week Manage squad selection, match preparation and fixtures within the AoC South West League Oversee player behaviour, welfare and performance using ProMonitor Organise trials, inductions, and player onboarding Coordinate travel, logistics and matchday operations Maintain training plans, equipment, and facility bookings Support the development of a new female football programme Supervise and support casual coaching staff Communicate professionally with parents, players, staff and external leagues Represent the academy at meetings, events and promotional activities What we’re looking for: FA Level 2 qualification (minimum) and working towards UEFA B Experience coaching young players in an academy, club or FE environment Strong communication, leadership and organisation skills Ability to motivate, inspire and manage 16–19-year-old learners Confidence using IT systems (training provided for ProMonitor/VLE) First Aid qualification Flexible and prepared to work some weekends where required Passion for player development on and off the pitch This position is part time, 8 hours per week. Mon 15:00 - 16:30, Tues 08:30 - 10:00 & Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK. Safeguarding Statement New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement