Chester Football Club
Youth Team Manager
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Chester Football Club Youth Team Manager
Chester Football Club is looking for an experienced and ambitious Youth Team Manager to lead our successful Scholars programme and help develop the next generation of Chester FC players.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced football coach to take responsibility for the leadership, coordination, and development of a programme with a strong track record of producing players who have progressed into senior football.
Our Scholars programme currently supports 22 players aged 16–19, competing in the National League U19 Alliance and the FA Youth Cup, while providing a clear pathway towards senior football.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Lead, recruit, and coordinate the Chester FC Scholars programme.
- Plan and oversee football coaching, player development, and match preparation.
- Manage the Youth Team’s participation in the National League U19 Alliance and FA Youth Cup.
- Work closely with First Team staff to identify and support opportunities for Scholars to progress into senior football.
- Develop strong links with the Junior section to maximise the pathway from junior football into the Scholars programme.
- Work in partnership with Access College to support Scholars in combining their football development with education.
- Support the academic, personal, and pastoral development of players aged 16–19.
- Liaise regularly with education staff regarding student attendance and any issues affecting players’ development.
- Oversee player registrations and relevant administrative requirements.
- Manage the Youth Team budget in conjunction with Club Directors.
- Coordinate matchday transport, equipment, and kit, including driving a minibus when required.
- Promote the Scholars programme to supporters, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, welfare, discipline, and behaviour.
- Work closely with the Club’s Safeguarding Officer and comply with all Club policies and procedures.
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Requirements
Essential
- UEFA B Licence.
- FA Safeguarding qualification.
- FA First Aid qualification.
- Full driving licence.
- Experience working with players aged 16–19.
- Previous experience within an academy or scholarship programme.
- Experience supporting players to progress into senior football.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- A flexible and proactive approach to working.
You will be a self-starter who can work independently while building strong relationships with players, parents, coaches, education providers, and Club staff. A commitment to safeguarding and the welfare and development of young people is essential.
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About Chester FC
Chester FC is a supporter-owned football club with a strong community ethos and a commitment to developing young people and talented footballers.
Our Scholars programme has a proven track record of helping players progress into senior football, including players who have subsequently played in the EFL, including Sam Hughes, Tom Crawford, Will Goodwin, and Harrison Burke, alongside numerous players who have progressed into the Chester FC First Team.
This role provides an opportunity to play a central part in that pathway – developing young players, supporting their education, and helping prepare them for the next stage of their football careers.
Salary
£28,000-£30,000 per annum
Hours
30-35 hours per week, flexible
Contract
Permanent
Location
King George V Community Sports Hub, Chester
Start date
Immediate
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:
Albert Davies, General Manager
Closing date: Friday 2 October 2026, 5pm
The successful appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Chester Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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