24th May 2016

Three exciting opportunities have arisen to join Yeovil Town’s academy coaching team.

Job title: Professional Development Phase Lead Coach

Responsible to: Academy Manager

Location:  Huish Park, Yeovil

Job Purpose:  To oversee the development and recruitment of players from the ages 16-18. The role is to oversee the transition of players from the Youth development Phase into the Professional Development Phase. The role holder should then prepare players to enter the Senior Development Phase.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

Hold the minimum of a UEFA A Licence

Prepared to work for self advancement

Must be able to communicate with players aged 5-18 and their parents

Have a sympathetic yet disciplined approach

Create an exciting , safe and enjoyable environment

Be enthusiastic


Job title: Academy Coach

Responsible to: Phase Lead Coach

Location:  Huish Park, Yeovil

Job Purpose:  To develop a specific age group in the philosophy, playing style and value of Yeovil Town Academy. The role holder should implement coaching techniques and tactics shown in the Academy Coaching programme in training sessions and matches.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

Hold the minimum of a UEFA B Licence

Hold or working towards a FA Youth Award

Prepared to work for self advancement

Must be able to communicate with players aged 5-16 and their parents

Have a sympathetic yet disciplined approach

Create an exciting , safe and enjoyable environment

Follow and endorse the Club’s ‘Code of Conduct’ policy

Be punctual at all times

Be enthusiastic


Job title: Academy Goalkeeper Coach

Responsible to: Head of Coaching

Location:  Huish Park, Yeovil

Job Purpose:  To develop the goalkeepers in the philosophy, playing style and values of Yeovil Town Academy. The post holder should implement coaching techniques and tactics shown in the Academy Coaching Programme in training sessions and matches.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

Hold the minimum UEFA B

Working towards FA Goalkeeping B Licence

Prepare to work for self advancement

Must be able to communicate with players aged 5-18 and their parents

Have a sympathetic yet disciplined approach

Create an exciting, safe and enjoyable environment

Be enthusiastic.

For a full job specification for each role please email the Academy at academy@ytfc.net.

Candidates should e-mail their CV and a covering letter to academy@ytfc.net.

Deadline: Friday 10th June