Head of academy Work, Jobs in Preston, Lan (with Salaries)

Head of Academy
AFC Fylde —Tarleton
- Weekend availability
- Driving
Head of Academy Goalkeeping
Burnley Football Club —Burnley
- Weekend availability
Quick apply
4d
Head of Year
Star Academies —Blackburn with Darwen
- £22,144.49 - £24,178.70 a year
- Call to connect
- Organisational skills
- School
Service Manager - Seat
Johnsons Cars —Preston
- £36,900 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Head of Function (Systems / Software)
Expleo —Preston
- Engineering
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
6d
Learning Activation Specialist
mydentist —Radcliffe
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Travel
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Head of History
Rochdale Council —Rochdale
- £32,916 - £51,048 a year
- Leadership
- School
- Teaching
Kitchen Assistant
Dovehaven Care Homes —Preston
- £13.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Nursing home
- Free parking
- Paid training
Staff Engagement Lead
Star Academies —Blackburn with Darwen
- £39,862 - £46,142 a year
- Management
- Travel
- Organisational skills
5d
Cleaner / 7078 - The Twelve Tellers
J D Wetherspoon plc —Preston
- £12.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- No experience needed
- Hotel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Head of IT and Digital Services
Bury Council —Bury
- £52,915 - £55,795 a year
- Leadership
Head of HR Strategic Partnering, Grade 7 , Perm, Liverpool, Newport (CLOSING DATE EXTENDED 08/07/2026)
Charity Commission —Bootle
- £57,245 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Presentation skills
- Human resources
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Head Chef
Care UK —Burnley
- £17.55 an hour
- Cooking
- Kitchen experience
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
1d
MIS and Systems Manager
Star Academies —Blackburn with Darwen
- £47,181 - £52,413 a year
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
- IT
Club Experience Assistant
Total Fitness —Manchester
- Up to £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
SUCCESSFULLY APPOINTED: Headteacher - St Michael's Church of England High School
Emmaus Leadership —Crosby
- From £0.01 a year
- Call to connect
- School
Quick apply
Band 3 Phlebotomist
NHS Professionals —Bolton
- £13.13 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Laboratory experience
- In-person
- Medical terminology
Quick apply
5d
Registered Service Manager
Creative Support —Blackpool
- Up to £36,000 a year
- Part-time
- Annual leave
Junior Search Apprentice
21Digital —Blackburn
- Call to connect
- Microsoft Excel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
Leisure Team Leader
Village Hotels - Bury - Leisure —Bury
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Hotel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply

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Head of Academy

AFC Fylde -
Tarleton

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Job details

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Driving

Full job description

About the role

AFC Fylde is looking for an exceptional individual to lead our Academy as Head of Academy (HoA)—a pivotal role at the heart of our player development pathway.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our scholar programme (U17–U19), combining elite football development with education. You’ll lead the full Academy football operation, driving standards, developing players, and building a clear pathway into senior football.

We are seeking a driven, ambitious leader who is passionate about developing young talent and motivated to build an Academy operating at Category 2 standard.

Key responsibilities

Leadership & strategy

Develop and deliver a clear Academy strategy aligned to club philosophy and long-term ambitions
Drive high-performance standards across all Academy operations
Continuously review and improve Academy provision, proactively identifying opportunities for growth
Ensure all processes, planning and documentation are accurate and consistently maintained

Coaching & player development

Plan and deliver high-quality, purposeful coaching sessions aligned to AFC Fylde’s playing identity
Lead the creation and implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for all scholars
Monitor progress through structured reviews with players and parents
Utilise performance tools including video analysis, GPS and data tracking

Recruitment & pathway

Lead recruitment of high-potential players from schools, grassroots and professional academies
Build strong relationships with local clubs to identify released players
Oversee trials and assessment processes with clear structure and documentation
Maintain a defined pathway from Junior Academy through to the senior team

Staff, communication & education

Lead weekly Academy staff meetings and contribute to strategic club reviews
Build strong relationships with parents through regular communication and updates
Work closely with the education team to ensure alignment of football and BTEC programmes
Support scholar welfare, progression and retention

Safeguarding

Ensure full compliance with FA and club safeguarding policies
Maintain robust safeguarding standards across all Academy staff and operations

About you

We are looking for someone who brings energy, structure and ambition to everything they do. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced football environment and lead by example.

You will:

Be highly organised, detail-oriented and driven to deliver excellence
Demonstrate strong leadership and a commitment to high-performance culture
Be passionate about youth development and long-term player progression
Communicate clearly, confidently and professionally with all stakeholders
Show complete alignment with AFC Fylde’s playing philosophy and values
Be flexible to work evenings and weekends as required
Hold a full UK driving licence

Experience within a professional football environment is desirable.

Why join AFC Fylde?

At AFC Fylde, we are committed to developing the next generation of footballers through a structured, ambitious and forward-thinking Academy programme.

This role offers the chance to:

Shape the future of a growing Academy
Work in a modern, high-quality sports and education environment
Play a key role in building a clear pathway into senior football
Leave a lasting impact on players both on and off the pitch

Apply now

If you have the ambition, expertise and drive to lead our Academy to the next level, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now

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head of academy jobs in preston, lan

Head of Academy

Head of Academy Goalkeeping

Head of Year

Service Manager - Seat

Head of Function (Systems / Software)

Learning Activation Specialist

Head of History

Kitchen Assistant

Staff Engagement Lead

Cleaner / 7078 - The Twelve Tellers

Head of IT and Digital Services

Head of HR Strategic Partnering, Grade 7 , Perm, Liverpool, Newport (CLOSING DATE EXTENDED 08/07/2026)

Head Chef

MIS and Systems Manager

Club Experience Assistant

SUCCESSFULLY APPOINTED: Headteacher - St Michael's Church of England High School

Band 3 Phlebotomist

Registered Service Manager

Junior Search Apprentice

Leisure Team Leader

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