Company Name:
Plymouth Argyle
Location:
Plymouth
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Position:
Academy Coaching
Advertising End Date:
05 Jun 2026

About The Role

U13s Lead Coach & U18 Assistant Coach – Job Advert 

Plymouth Argyle FC are recruiting an exciting coaching position within our Academy and are seeking a highly motivated and experienced U13 Lead Coach & U18 Assistant Coach to support the delivery of our player development programme across both the Youth Development Phase and Professional Development Phase.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the development pathway of Academy players, contributing across two critical phases while working within a progressive, multidisciplinary environment.

As the Club continues its transition to Foulston Park, our new purpose-built Academy training ground, this role offers the chance to be part of an ambitious and evolving football programme.


Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, delivery and review of the U13 coaching programme, including training sessions and matchdays. 
• Support the delivery of the U18 weekly programme alongside the Professional Development Phase Lead Coach. 
• Design, implement and review Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for players across both age groups. 
• Ensure all players receive performance reviews in line with EPPP timelines. 
• Deliver a holistic coaching programme covering technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social development. 
• Maintain accurate player records and ensure all data is updated on FIP and relevant systems. 
• Support the implementation of the Club’s playing philosophy across YDP and PDP phases. 
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary staff including medical, sports science, education and recruitment. 
• Assist in player inductions, parent engagement and Academy events.

About The Candidate

Essential Requirements:

• UEFA A Licence. 
• FA Advanced Youth Award (12–16 or 17–21). 
• FA Youth Award. 
• FA Safeguarding Certificate. 
• FA Emergency First Aid in Football. 
• Experience coaching within a professional football academy environment. 
• Strong understanding of player development across YDP and PDP phases. 


Desirable:
• Experience working within a high-performance Academy environment. 
• Experience delivering structured player development programmes. 
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team. 

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