Head of Coaching – Women’s Team

The role

Are you passionate about developing coaching talent and driving excellence in women’s football? Birmingham City Women’s Football Club is looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Coaching to lead our Women’s Department.

Key Focuses

• Coach Development: Enhance the skills of coaches within the Women’s Pathway, aligning with the club’s philosophy and identity.
• Methodology: Establish and implement consistent coaching methodologies and principles across all age groups and teams.
• Program Excellence: Deliver top-tier coaching programs for Academy Coaches, Emerging Talent Centre Coaches (ETC), and assistant coaches in the First Team.

​Scope of Duties:

• Develop a unified coaching philosophy that reflects the club’s vision and values.
• Design and deliver each Coach’s Competency Framework.
• Observe and support coaches in various environments, ensuring best practices.
• Collaborate with departments such as data insights, sports science, sports psychology, education, and performance analysis.
• Manage phase leads, conduct appraisals, and set yearly objectives.
• Implement CPD programs for coaches and the wider MDT.
• Build and maintain partnerships to support coach development.
• Ensure compliance with auditing processes and club policies.

​What we’re looking for in you:

Essential:

• UEFA A License
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• FA Youth Award
• EFAiF
• FA Safeguarding certification

​Desirable:

• UEFA PRO License
• Coaching-related degree
• QTS
• Leadership Qualification
• EHOC
• Valid Driving Licence

Personal Qualities:

• Hardworking, honest, and committed
• Player-focused decision-making
• Dedicated to the development of coaches and young athletes
• Committed to the growth of the Academy and the wider club

​Terms of Appointment:

• 37.5 hours per week, flexible to business needs
• Employment benefits including Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
• Holiday entitlement
• Successful completion of a probation period

​Special Conditions:

• DBS check required
• Employment subject to medical clearance, right to work, and references