JOB NEWS: SAFC is hiring an Academy Coach on a Full-time basis with preference for ” Black, Asian and mixed heritage backgrounds, and women”
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JOB: Academy Coach
Employer: Sunderland AFC
Location: Sunderland (Roker)
Salary: Salary: See link
Apply: https://www.safc.com
Key Details
- Full-time
- Fixed-term (23 months)
- Closing date: 11 May 2026
Role
- Work as an Academy Coach within Sunderland AFC
- Participate in the Premier League Coach Development Programme
- Coach players across development phases
- Work alongside multi-disciplinary teams
- Contribute to player development and learning environments
Development & Benefits
- Mentoring and tailored support
- Access to FA/UEFA coaching qualifications (subject to availability)
- Immersive and peer learning experiences
- Diploma in Professional Football Coaching (Leeds Beckett University)
Requirements
- UEFA B Licence (minimum)
- Coaching experience (grassroots, community, education or academy)
- FA Safeguarding and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for coaching and player development
Desirable
- UEFA A Licence or FA Advanced Youth Award
- Experience coaching teams regularly
- Teaching or youth development experience
Additional Info
- Programme encourages applications from underrepresented groups
- Includes staged assessment process (May 2026)
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