Cambridge United are seeking an experienced and dynamic Women’s First Team Head Coach to lead and develop our squad, ensuring both short-term stability and long-term growth....
With the teams playing in Cambridge for the first time in several decades at the historic University of Cambridge Grange Road Stadium, the individual will lead an historic campaign and help engage and inspire a new local supporter base.
The successful candidate will have a passion for coaching and a proven track record in coaching at a high level within the women’s game, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop female players in a competitive environment
They will ensure a competitive, progressive and performance focused environment that reflects the Club’s ambition while creating a culture of excellence and supporting player development.
Key Job Outcomes
- Lead the women’s first team, overseeing all aspects of team coaching, strategy and performance in training sessions and on match days.
- Develop and implement effective training sessions and match-day strategies, directing the club coaches to deliver and implement.
- Build a strong, positive team culture and help shape a competitive, committed squad that enables the players to thrive both as people and high-performance athletes.
- Assess and improve individual player performance and skill development.
- Work closely with the General Manager, including assistant coaches, support staff, and the Board of Directors.
- Scout, recruit, and retain players, maintaining a competitive squad.
- Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes, discipline, hard work, and mutual respect in line with the Club’s values.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of players, providing feedback and support for their development.
- Ensure there is multi-disciplinary communication with all stakeholders.
- Stay up to date with the latest coaching methodologies and trends in women’s football.
- Always maintain honesty and integrity when working with players at the Club.
- Represent the team and club professionally at matches, league meetings and other relevant events.
- Collaborate with other coaches across the club’s female football pathway.
For more information and to view a full job description, please click here to view the Recruitment Pack.
To apply for the role, please complete our Application Form and submit it with your CV and Cover Letter via our Application Portal. The closing date for applications is Monday 11 May 2026.
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
We do not discriminate against staff on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
