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

Head of Academy
AFC Fylde —Tarleton
- Weekend availability
- Driving
Primary School Site Supervisor ( Caretaker )
ICS Facility Services Limited —Preston
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- Maintenance
- Supervising experience
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
5d
Attendance Manager
Lancaster High School —Lancaster
- £32,061 - £36,363 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- School
Quick apply
7d
Commercial Manager
Northridge Care Group —Preston
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Business development
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Head of Community Engagement
Progress Schools —Bootle
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- English
- No degree
- Travel
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
14d
Head of Service - Education
Sefton Council —Sefton
- £90,749 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Teaching
6d
Business Support Officer | full time | Preston, Lancashire
Lancashire County Council —Preston
- £25,989 - £28,142 a year
- Full-time
- IT
- School
7d
Divisional Coordinator x2
Lancaster University —Lancaster
- £26,707 - £30,378 a year
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Administrative experience
- University
5d
Community Sports Coach (Programmes)
Preston Grasshoppers Community Foundation —Preston
- £25,500 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Mentoring
Quick apply
1d
Geography Teacher/ Head of Department - Preston
The Team @ Satis Education —Preston
- Temporary
- School
Nutritionist
Mellors Catering Services Limited —Skelmersdale
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Computer literacy
- Presentation skills
- Free parking
Quick apply
Staff Engagement Lead
Star Academies —Blackburn with Darwen
- £39,862 - £46,142 a year
- Management
- Travel
- Organisational skills
6d
Children and Young People's School Coordinator
Lancashire Mind —Leyland
- From £25,850 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Market Intelligence Executive
Ascentis —Lancaster
- From £25,010 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Free parking
- Annual leave
5h
SEN Teacher of Science
Infinite Schools Wigan —Standish
- £31,650 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Care plans
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Media
Lancaster University —Lancaster
- £63,419 - £71,073 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Bachelor's degree
SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER
Lancashire County Council —Burnley
- £36,363 - £40,777 a year
- Full-time
- School
1d
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
Lecturer in Law (Core)
Lancaster University —Lancaster
- £41,064 - £46,049 a year
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law (Core)
Lancaster University —Lancaster
- £41,064 - £67,468 a year

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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

Refine Your Search

head of school jobs in preston, lan

Head of Academy

Primary School Site Supervisor ( Caretaker )

Attendance Manager

Commercial Manager

Head of Community Engagement

Head of Service - Education

Business Support Officer | full time | Preston, Lancashire

Divisional Coordinator x2

Community Sports Coach (Programmes)

Geography Teacher/ Head of Department - Preston

Nutritionist

Staff Engagement Lead

Children and Young People's School Coordinator

Market Intelligence Executive

SEN Teacher of Science

Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Media

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

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

Lecturer in Law (Core)

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Law (Core)

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