Cambridge United Academy are hiring an U9 and U10 Cell Coach…
Our category three Academy is an integral part of our club, and our vision is driven by our youth development structure and community values. This position is for a driven individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and possesses the skillset to work in our Elite environment.
Reporting into our Head of Coaching and Youth Development Phase Lead Coach, the successful applicant will be responsible for Coaching players in line with our Academy philosophy.
Key job outcomes:
- Support the individual development of U9 and U10 players by creating a challenging, supportive environment that enables success both on and off the pitch.
- Integrate long-term player development needs into session design and delivery.
- Upload sessions and fixture details accurately onto Kitman Labs.
- Liaise effectively with the Foundation Phase Lead and wider support staff.
- Plan, deliver, and review coaching sessions for the U9 and U10 age groups.
- Deliver training in line with EPPP requirements, club policies, and the Academy’s coaching and playing philosophy.
- Monitor and assess player performance in both training and matches.
- Undertake relevant CPD to meet the demands of the role and support personal development.
- to 12-week player reviews and take part in parent–player meetings.
- Work with the Head of Coaching to support your professional development.
- Collaborate with the Foundation Phase Lead to deliver sessions and fixtures across the phase.
- Attend coaching meetings to enhance continuous professional development.
A UEFA C license and FA Youth Module qualifications is required, whilst a UEFA B is deemed desirable.
For more information and to apply, please click here.
The Application Closing Date is Friday 12 September 2025.
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.
