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U13 Head Coach
Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur is a world-famous football club based in London. On the pitch, the Club competes in the upper echelons of the English Premier League and is a regular participant in marque UEFA club competitions.
Job Posted- 16 Aug 2025
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 25 Aug 2025
The Role
To deliver the Academy Coaching Curriculum within the Youth Development Phase.
Key Responsibilities
- Devise and deliver sessions to the U13’s within the Youth Development Phase in line with the Academy Methodology
- In liaison with the YDP Lead Coach, ensure an outstanding training and games programme is delivered to U13 players
- Support YDP day release programme and FTTM with training delivery.
- Provide on an individual basis the appropriate support for all players to ensure they gain the appropriate challenge during their U13 season
- Be responsible for match day preparation and performance for the U13’s
- Plan the selection of squads and travel on foreign tours as required, providing pastoral care that adheres to Academy guidelines/policies
- Conduct and compile Individual Learning Plans for all players in the U13’s in line with the Premier League rules (Every six weeks)
- Conduct mid-season and end of season Player/Parent meetings
- Establish relationships with players and parents of the U13’s in line with Academy Policies, and manage age group specific communication via Club issued devices
- Work closely with Academy Medical, Sports Science, Analysis, Education, Player Care/Safeguarding, Operations and Kit staff regarding the player’s holistic programme and needs
- Liaise with Academy Recruitment team regarding potential trialist/signings
- Embody the Academy Methodology and apply to all aspects of interactions with Academy Stakeholders (players, parents & colleagues)
- Maintain mandatory CPD record, including Club issue DBS check (every three years), UEFA Licence (15 hours of the appropriate level CPD every three years), FA Youth Award, FA Safeguarding Children Workshop (every three years), relevant FA Emergency First Aid qualification as per Premier League rules (currently EFAiF – every three years)
- Ensure the U13’s KitMan data entry (both for training sessions and matches) is accurate and up-to-date to support the players development journey
- To support our Elite Development Centre programme as well as area best events when required
- Identify U13 standout players in the Elite Development Centre and liaise with the recruitment team around potential trial opportunities
- Plan U13 player audit meetings in a multi-disciplinary approach to provide a staff update on mid-season and end of season progress.
- Liaise with the Head of Academy Coaching to support individual needs around self-development
Skills & Experience
- Good organisational and personal management skills
- Proficient IT skills (specifically Word and Excel)
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to deal with day to day issues on own initiative
- Effective time management
- Ability to relate well to children and adults
- Experience of working with children (12-16 year-olds)
- Experience of working to deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Person Attributes
- Thinks ahead, generates innovative ideas
- Values and respects others, builds relationships, collaborates well in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Gets things done, delivers to highest of standards, takes responsibility
- Flexibility and availability at weekends and school holidays
- Authenticity and integrity
- Be a role model in Spurs Way behaviours
How to Apply
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