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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Academy Coach (Girl’s programme)
DEPARTMENT: Women & Girls
REPORTS TO: Wolves Women Manager and Player Development Lead
LOCATION: Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground, Compton & various training locations
HOURS: 6-9 hours per week (depending on age-group allocated) – role will include

evenings and/or weekends
DATE: September 2026

We are Wolves. English football’s original innovators.

Formed in 1975 as Heathfield Rovers, initially as a West Midlands League second division club, they
later became Wolverhampton & Wednesbury Tube and then Wolverhampton Ladies before taking
the name Wolverhampton Wanderers in 1993. In the 1993/94 season they we were promoted to the
Premier League, which was then the top flight of Women’s football.

In 2008/09, the women and girls’ programme were taken on board by the Wolves community trust.
This support continued until the 2021/22 season, where the academy took control of the female
provision, ensuring the boys and girls alike are given opportunities to play at Wolves.

The 2019/20 season and 2020/21 season saw Wolves Women top of the table in both seasons, only
to have the leagues ended abruptly due to COVID. This prevented promotion to tier 3, however,
Wolves were successful in an ‘upwards movement’ initiative, allowing them to move into the FA
Women’s National League, Northern Premier Division.

Following a sustained period of progression, Wolves Women achieved promotion to WSL 2 after
winning Tier 3 and is firmly established as a leading side within the FA Women’s National League.
Building on a second-place league finish and a successful promotion campaign, the team now
competes in WSL 2, marking a significant step in its continued development. As the club advances,
the focus remains on competing at the highest level possible while providing a professional
environment that supports the ongoing growth and performance of both players and staff.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. This means that
the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to
safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk

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Job purpose

To deliver high-quality coaching within the Youth Girls Academy, supporting the holistic
development of female youth players (aged 9-16). You will implement the Academy coaching
curriculum, nurture individual and team potential, and create a positive learning environment
aligned with the club philosophy and safeguarding standards.

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Key responsibilities

To be responsible for the overall coaching and development of an ETC group session and a
girls' age group team.

Work alongside the Player Development Lead, Parents, and local grassroots clubs to ensure
the delivery of a leading girls' programme in an engaging and inclusive way.

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Plan, prepare, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate training sessions addressing
technical, tactical, physical, and psycho-social development.

Monitor and record player progress; develop individual learning plans or player
development plans in collaboration with the Player Development Lead.

Provide feedback to players and parents through regular performance reviews.
Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary teams (Analysis, Medical, Sport Science, Player Care,

Education) to support player welfare and performance.
Participate in squad selection, matchday, preparation, fixtures, tournaments, tours, and

associated travel as required.
Be an ambassador of the values of the club, culture and philosophy.
To ensure that equipment is sufficient and safe for training and ensure that all equipment is

correctly put away following training.
To be committed to attending the coach development days/evenings as part of your

continual professional development.
Where required, complete the mandatory qualifications and relevant Continued Professional

Development requirements as required by the Elite Player Performance Plan and associated
governing bodies (The Premier League, The Football Association).

To follow and enforce best practice in relation to Safeguarding policies and processes including

but not limited to reporting procedures.

To work alongside the Safeguarding Team and Designated Safeguarding Leads to ensure

safeguarding standards are met and maintained.

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General responsibilities

Compliance with Club policies

Compliance with the Club’s health and safety procedures

Compliance with the Club’s safeguarding policies

To promote and support the Club’s values;

o One Pack: Collaborate, build trust and care for each other.

o Be Brave: Be bold, honest, and embrace challenges with courage.

o Raise our Game: Seek improvement and strive for excellence in everything we do.

o Own It: Act with integrity and take full responsibility for actions and results on and

off the pitch.

o Stay Humble: Show respect, listen to others, and leave egos at the door.

To work consistently to embed equality & diversity into the Club

To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected

To maintain professional conduct at all times

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Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults
at risk. We expect all those associated with WWFC to share this commitment. This means that the
post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to
safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk.

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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

The post holder will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion,
supporting the organisation’s strategic aims to remove barriers and address inequality. You will play
an active role in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free environment that ensures fair access to
opportunities and resources. This includes fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and belonging
where everyone is empowered to contribute, perform, and reach their full potential.

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Key relationships

Women & Girls Manager
Head of Women & Girls
Player Development Lead
Academy W&G coaches and staff
W&G Physiotherapist
Safeguarding Senior Manager
Head of Education
Academy Operations Manager

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title: Academy Coach (Girl’s programme)

Knowledge: the level and breadth of knowledge to do the job e.g. understanding of a defined system, method or
procedure, legal or regulatory frameworks etc

Essential
Evidence of understanding the Girl’s and women’s pathway and England Talent Pathway and

regulations
Previous experience of working within an elite football environment
Recruitment or talent ID experience
Understanding of maturation and long-term athletic development
A strong understanding of key organisational and operational requirements, including safeguarding,

HR and Health & Safety
Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge and experience of reflective practice and personal development
An understanding of elite player behaviour and psychological aspects
An understanding of safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk
Knowledge of Safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures (including reporting platforms

and/or requirements)
Wellbeing knowledge in relation to supporting children, young people and adults at risk

Desirable
Experience within an Elite Girl’s programme

Technical/work-based skills: skills specific to the job e.g. language competence, typing skills, coaching skills etc

Essential
Good understanding of the rules of the game
Good use of IT e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to provide reflective feedback

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General skills and attributes: more general characteristics e.g. flexibility, communication skills, team working etc

Essential
Understanding of how to work safely with children and/or vulnerable adults and to uphold

Safeguarding best practice
Can work effectively within a team environment and independently
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively liaise with players, parents, coaches, staff and senior management, including

being able to deal effectively with situations/tasks, in both a methodical and creative way
Strong communication and public engagement skills
Availability for flexible working hours
Own transportation and clean driving licence
Takes responsibility for always ensuring a high quality of work
A genuine team player who leads from the front and will support and motivate other members of

the team
An adaptive individual who can cope well under high pressure situations
A proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Promote, adhere to and implement the Club’s Equality Policy and to work consistently to embed

equality and diversity within Club

Experience: proven record of experience in a particular field, profession or specialism.

Essential
Working with children and/or vulnerable adults

Qualifications: the level of educational, professional and/or occupational training required

Essential
Level 2 in coaching football
FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF) or a valid Emergency Aid qualification
Post-holder must hold or obtain at the earliest opportunity and maintain the relevant safeguarding

training (i.e. FA Safeguarding Children Workshop)
Post-holder will be subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level and cleared by the Wolves Safer

Recruitment Group

Desirable
UEFA B (Level 2 in football coaching)
Associate degree (college diploma or above)
Proven experience in a similar role

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