Manchester United Foundation believes every young person should feel empowered to achieve their goals and uses the power of football and Manchester United to support young people to make positive choices in their life.
Our Culture & Values
Here at Manchester United, we place great emphasis on a culture of connection, respect, and teamwork. We expect our colleagues to be champions of growth—constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and collaborating across all areas of the business to keep us at the top of our game.
Before applying, take a moment to reflect on our Manchester United values. If you’re driven by the pursuit of excellence, passionate about football, and eager to be part of something bigger, we’d love for you to join us.
The Role:
The main purpose of the role is to coach an age group with the Girls Youth Academy and implement the delivery of the Redprint coaching programme.
The aim is to create a positive, friendly, safe, and open learning environment that:
- Everyone wants to be part of.
- Maximises individual player potential.
- Amplifies team effectiveness.
The Person:
- To want to make a positive difference to young people.
- Hard working, enthusiastic and dependable.
- People Skills (Self-assured, build rapport, empathise with others, emotionally intelligent, approachable).
- Understanding of Safeguarding best practice.
- Knowledge of implementing policies and procedures especially health and safety and risk assessments.
- Of the Women and Girls game
- Coaching Philosophies and Practices
- Principles of Play
- Of working in academy football (girls or boys) – Desirable
- Coaching and mentoring young players.
Skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire female footballers.
- Deliver professional and high-quality sessions.
- Delivering high quality coaching sessions to a range of age groups
- Ability to travel independently.
- Coaching Award (minimum level 2)
- FA Licensed Coach
- Emergency First Aid in Football qualification
- Valid Safeguarding Children certificate.
- FA Youth Modules (Desirable)
What We Offer:
At Manchester United, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a range of rewards designed to support your professional and personal well-being:
- Performance-based Annual Bonus to reward your dedication and hard work
- Wellness Support with access to mental health resources, digital health checks, and & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace
- Exclusive Discounts through our United Rewards platform, giving you access to exclusive deals from the club and partners
- Gym Facilities in our onsite locations and opportunities for regular social events and team-building activities
- Enhanced family Leave Benefits and an opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
- Complimentary Lunch & Parking at our onsite office locations and supplementary offers for our London office.
- Enhanced Career Development with access to professional learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning, and internal training programs
- A Supportive Work Environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion, and individual growth
Our Commitment to You:
At Manchester United, we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment makes us stronger. We are committed to building a team where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our recruitment strategy, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please submit your application by Friday 24th January.
Manchester United is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and as part of this commitment, all candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and reference checks.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please feel free to contact us, and we will be happy to discuss them with you.
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