Women & Girls Pathway Coach

Involves delivering high-quality coaching sessions across the Leeds United Women & Girls Pathway, supporting players aged 7–16. It plays a key part in developing talent, increasing participation, and supporting progression through the club's structured pathway. The coach will work within a structured environment alongside a supportive team focused on player development and professional standards.

• Deliver engaging, structured coaching sessions aligned to the Women & Girls Pathway
• Support player development and progression, identifying and nurturing individual potential
• Adapt sessions to suit varying ages (7–16) and ability levels
• Create a positive, inclusive, and player-centred environment
• Monitor and report on player development and progress
• Support pathway fixtures, events, and talent identification activities
• Maintain high safeguarding, welfare, and health & safety standards
• Build strong, professional relationships with players, parents, and colleagues
• Represent Leeds United Foundation in a professional and positive manner across all settings

• UEFA C (FA Level 2) Licence or working towards
• FA Safeguarding Children certification
• Emergency First Aid qualification
• Eligibility to pass an Enhanced DBS check
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and welfare standards
• Excellent communication and engagement skills
• Passion for women's and girls' football and its development
• Ability to inspire and motivate young players
• Flexible approach to working evenings and weekends
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and organised approach to coaching
• Experience working with children or young people in a sporting or coaching environment
• Experience delivering football coaching sessions
• Understanding of player development within grassroots or pathway settings
• Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries with young people

• Competitive salary package

• Pension scheme
• Range of exciting perks