Job Vacancy: Hertfordshire Football Coordinator & Post-16 Coach (Stratton F&E Programme)

Location: Hertfordshire & Stratton
Contract: Full Time or 1 Year FTC
Start Date: September 2025
 

Norwich City Football Development is seeking a passionate and driven football coach to lead and grow our programme across Hertfordshire while also playing a key role in delivering high-quality coaching to players aged 16–18 on our Football & Education Programme based at Stratton Upper School.

This dual-role is ideal for an ambitious coach with strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to helping young players progress through the football development pathway.

Your Weekly Responsibilities Will Include:

 Football Development Coordinator – Hertfordshire

• Oversee delivery at:

  • Harlow Development Centre – Mondays

  • Bishops Stortford Advanced Centre – Wednesdays

  • New Stratton Development Centre – Fridays

• Coach at each centre, build relationships with players and parents

• Be the first point of contact for parents, respond to emails and queries

• Monitor player progression, submit recommendations for advanced pathway opportunities

• Lead and coordinate fixtures during half terms and regular training blocks

• Lead recruitment and retention by maintaining high coaching and playing standards

Football & Education Programme Coach (Stratton)

• Deliver sessions to 16–18-year-old male players on:

  • Monday mornings

  • Tuesday mornings

  • Wednesday matchdays (fixtures)

  • Friday afternoons

• Support player development both on and off the pitch

• Help prepare players for exit routes including semi-pro football, further education, coaching or employment

✅ Essential Requirements:

• Minimum UEFA C Licence (or equivalent coaching qualification)

• Experience coaching players aged 12–18 in a structured environment

• Excellent communication and people skills

• A strong understanding of player development and progression pathways

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple centres

• Strong Administration skills 

• Valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

💼 Desirable:

• UEFA B Licence or working towards

💬 Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow football development in Hertfordshire while coaching in a high-performance post-16 environment. You'll join a passionate and supportive team committed to delivering elite-level coaching in a community-driven setting.