Head of Women's Academy

Head of Women's Academy When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Kickstart your career Leicester City Women Football Club as our Head of Academy Contract Type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 37.5 Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at LCWFC? About The Role & Who We’re Scouting We’re on the lookout for a passionate, skilled and experienced individual to lead our Academy team at LCWFC. As Head of Academy, you’ll play a key role in all matters relating to the direction and success of the LCFC Women's Academy, with the fundamental objective of developing players who are ready to compete in the Club's First Team and wider football community. Your will be responsible for providing leadership the the Academy's multi-disciplinary functions, ensuring that the Academy operates within the rules and operational requirements of the Professional Game Category 1 and ETC criteria, meaning you’ll need a proven track record of effective team management within elite sport and a detailed understanding of the professional women's game in relation to the Women's Super League and operating in a Category 1 Academy. If you're excited about making a difference and driving the Club’s success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you The ideal candidate will match the following essential criteria; UEFA B Licence / Coaching Qualification FA DBS (as the individual will be developing players throughout the Academy's age groups) Holds an in-date FA Safeguarding Children Certificate or is willing to complete the FA Safeguarding Children Workshop within 1 month FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF) or FA Emergency First Aid. Experience of working in Women’s / girl’s football and academy or youth development Attend CPD provided by the FA/PGA If you think your experience and skills match, and you’ve got the drive, energy, and skills to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, we want you on our team About The Club Knowing some of the history of LCWFC helps you appreciate the sense of community, spirit and family for which the Club are renowned for. In May 2021, LCFC Women were promoted to the FA Women’s Super League. From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club. In August 2020, the Club turned professional after being acquired by King Power International – Leicester City’s parent company – and realigned as a core team in Leicester City’s football operation. Benefits Package Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits One City. One Club. One Leicester. Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community. If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs. Next Steps We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights

Location: Wigston, GB

Posted Date: 4/9/2025