Job Title: Foundation Academy Coach (Girls Academy)
Department: Academy
Reporting to: Head of Girls Academy
Location: Oriam - Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent employee benefits.
Hours: Part-time, 12 hours per week.
2 nights training per week, and one weekend matchday. Days and timings subject to change depending on the Academy training and matchday schedule.
Closing Date: 23rd July 2026 (close of play)
Heart of Midlothian Football Club is a Scottish Premiership club based in Edinburgh with Elite Academy Status. We are looking for a Foundation Coach to play an important part in supporting and inspiring the next generation of talent within our Girls’ Academy.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven coach with football experience and a genuine passion for helping young players grow, develop and enjoy the game. Working closely with the Foundation Lead and Head of Girls’ Academy, the successful candidate will help create an environment where every player has the chance to flourish.
Foundation Academy Coach Responsibilities:
- Support the Foundation Lead in delivering coaching sessions and assessing players through informal conversations and formal reviews with parents/carers.
- Deliver coaching sessions and support matchday coverage for the Foundation programme.
- Maintain accurate records of session attendance and player assessments on the Academy Online systems, including consent and medical engagement forms.
- Ensure all Foundation Academy kit issued is properly maintained.
- Attend Academy meetings and CPD events to support effective communication, planning and evaluation across the department.
- Support a positive, player-focused environment that encourages development.
- Support any other related duties as required by the Head of Girls’ Academy, Academy Manager, or other senior Academy staff.
Essential Experience, Qualifications & Requirements:
- Candidates must hold SFA 1.3 Coaching Certificate
- Experience working in a football environment.
- Experience in a Girls’ Academy environment is desirable.
- Can reliably commute to Edinburgh and other locations as per the needs of the position.
- Legal right to work in the UK.
- Valid UK driving licence.
Essential Skills & Abilities:
- Build strong working relationships with coaches and players.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for football and developing players.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to professional development.
What’s in it for you?
- Part of an Elite Academy environment striving for constant improvement.
- Top of the range facilities.
- Opportunity for professional development, supported by video analysis and session planning software.
- The Hearts Way curriculum running from U8s-U19s.
How to apply: If you meet the job role criteria and would like to apply, please send a covering letter and CV to the HR Team using the email address provided.
The role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland as a condition of employment.
Please note that we may close this advert before the stated closing date if we receive a high volume of applications.
HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND FULLY COMMITTED TO THE SAFEGUARDING AND WELFARE OF VULNERABLE GROUPS.
HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN IS A LIVING WAGE ACCREDITED COMPANY.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Experience:
- Coaching within an Elite Academy: 1 year (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- UK Driving Licence (required)
- SFA 1.3 Coaching Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
