The Scottish FA is looking for a Coach Education and Development Manager on a fixed-term basis until June 2028 to join our team, supporting the delivery of an innovative coach education programme embedded within degree courses at Edinburgh Napier University.
In this role you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering high-quality coach education aligned with both university and Scottish FA objectives, supporting the holistic development of student coaches, and contributing to the creation of a skilled, progressive and diverse coaching workforce.
Working collaboratively with university partners and internal colleagues, you will lead course delivery, support research and development initiatives, provide meaningful feedback to learners, and help shape and improve programmes through benchmarking and best practice.
We welcome applications from individuals with experience in coach education delivery, working with learners or student groups, and collaborating across a range of stakeholders, who bring strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
With a Scottish FA/UEFA Elite Youth A Licence and ideally experience of delivery in further education settings, you will have a commitment to continuous improvement, and a passion for developing people.
We are committed to building a diverse team and welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to creating an inclusive and representative environment within sport.
If you think you are the right person for the job, click apply now.
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Lead and deliver high-quality coach education within ENU degree programmes, aligning with Scottish FA and UEFA standards.
- Collaborate with ENU staff to ensure compliance, enhance delivery, and strengthen programme partnerships.
- Support student development through effective feedback, record-keeping, and tailored work placement opportunities.
- Drive recruitment, promotion, and positive representation of coach education pathways.
- Contribute to research, innovation, and continuous improvement across joint ENU–Scottish FA initiatives.
- Support the design, delivery, and evolution of Scottish FA coach education programmes and resources.
- Benchmark best practice nationally and internationally to enhance programme quality and reputation.
- Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, wellbeing, and health & safety standards.
- Provide flexible support across wider coach education and football development activities as required.
The Scottish Football Association (also known as the Scottish FA) is the governing body of football in Scotland. Members of the Scottish FA include clubs in Scotland, affiliated national and local associations. It was formed in 1873, making it the second oldest national football association in the world.
Our vision is to harness the power of football to inspire the nation, transform lives and build a united and successful game. Through our Strategy our commitment is to build on the successes of our men’s and women’s national teams, our manifesto to encourage future generations to play freely and safely, whilst showcasing the many ways in which football can improve everyday health, education and wellbeing in Scotland.
