U18s Assistant Coach

Wolverhampton Wanderers FC -
Wolverhampton

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Job details

Full-time
6 hours ago

Qualifications

Coaching young people
Football coaching
Team sports coaching
Experience working with children
Safeguarding procedures
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Training & development
Child safeguarding
Children's sports coaching
Certificate in Coaching Football
Negotiation

Full job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: U18s Assistant Coach
DEPARTMENT: Academy
REPORTS TO: U18s Head Coach
LOCATION: Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground
HOURS: A minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility in this role is essential.

Work may be subject to change with less than 24 hours’ notice on
occasions. Work will regularly be outside ‘normal’ working hours, in
evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Attendance at academy
matches/special events.

DATE: August 2026

We are Wolves. English football’s original innovators.

As a founding member of the Football League, we boast one of the richest histories in the beautiful

game, shaping modern football while always staying true to our Old Gold roots.

Our purpose is to make our pack proud by uniting our city, inspiring our communities and delivering

unforgettable moments.

We challenge ourselves to be brave, embrace new ideas and take ownership of our actions, while

earning trust through integrity, respect and humility. United as One Pack, we care for one another,

celebrate our differences and work together to achieve more than we ever could alone.

At Wolves, we honour our past while shaping our future. Creating lasting memories for our

supporters, our city and each.

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 support the U18 programme by contributing to a high-performance environment that prepares
players for the demands of U21 Football and First Team football. The role supports individual player
development, delivers the Wolverhampton Wanderers Academy Game Model, works collaboratively
with the multidisciplinary team and supports successful transition into the U21 programme and
senior professional football.

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Role Mission

To contribute to maximising the number of Academy players progressing into First Team football
through outstanding coaching, individual development, strong collaboration and a clear football
identity.

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Key responsibilities

Football Programme

Support the U18 football programme.
Deliver the Academy Game Model.
Design realistic game-based learning.
Ensure transfer from training into match performance.

Individual Player Development

Support IDPs.
Deliver position-specific coaching.
Prepare players for First Team and loan football.
Review progress with the Head Coach and MDT.
Provide honest, individual feedback.

Match Programme

Support all competitive fixtures.
Promote a winning mentality.
Use matches to accelerate learning.

Leadership & Collaboration

Support the U18s Head Coach and the MDT.
Contribute to staff development.
Build strong relationships across the Academy and First Team.
Contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence.

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Key Performance Expectations

Maximise individual player development.
Prepare players for First Team football.
Deliver a clear Wolves playing identity.
Contribute to a high-performance environment.
Promote competitive success without compromising development.

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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.

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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

This role involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults in a Regulated Activity (or in close

proximity to children and/or vulnerable adults). This means that the post-holder is required to apply

all relevant policies and uphold the Club's commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

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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

The most significant internal and external relationships and the nature of the contact e.g. co-

ordination, passing on information, negotiating, influencing.

Academy Director
Head of Academy Football
Head of Coaching
U18s Head Coach
U21s Head Coach
Academy Coaches

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Job Title: U18s Assistant Coach

Knowledge & Technical Skills

Elite PDP player development.
Excellent tactical and coaching knowledge.
EPPP understanding.
Performance analysis and PMA/Hudl competency.
Outstanding planning and communication

Desirable Qualifications

UEFA A Licence
FA Advanced Youth Award.
Elite PDP coaching experience.

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Track record of developing players for senior football.
Enhanced DBS, First Aid and Safeguarding.

Key Behaviours/Leadership Characteristics

Emotional Intelligence: Knows when to challenge and when to support.
Strategic Thinking: Balances immediate performance with long-term development.
Transparent Communication: Provides honest, individualised feedback.
Leadership & Influence: Contributes to accountability and high standards.
Adaptability & Resilience: Thrives in changing environments.
Growth Mindset: Learns continuously.
Collaboration: Works effectively across the Academy.
Professionalism: Models integrity, humility and accountability.

The Wolves Standards

At Wolverhampton Wanderers, we expect our U18 team to compete with a winning mentality

and perform to the highest possible standard.

We believe that competitive success, high standards and player development are mutually

reinforcing. Every training session, every performance and every decision should contribute to

both team and performance and long-term player development.

We compete to win every game, but we measure our success by the players we

produce.

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