York City FC & Academy have brand new full-time opportunities for the 2026/27 season.
Head of Education and Player Care
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As part of York City FC’s progression to a Category 4 EFL Academy, the football club is now recruiting for an experienced, proactive and inspirational individual to head up our new Education and Player Care team.
The holistic development of young people has long been a part of York City
Academy’s philosophy, however with the appointment of an outstanding Head of Education and Player Care, we have the opportunity to extend our support systems and provision.
The successful candidate will be a part of the Academy Management Team and contribute to the Academy’s Technical Board making sure that the golden thread of holistic development and lifelong education truly runs through the whole Academy and aligns to the wider values and strategy of the club.
Please note the post holder will need to be in post for the 1st of July 2026. Because of the tight turnaround time we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the below dates.
Salary
£28,000 p.a.
Closing date
Friday 31st May 2026
Interview date
W/c 8th June 2026
Interview format
Interview inclusive of a presentation
How to apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter, outlining how you meet the person
specification and why you want to be part of what we do to
[email protected]
Further discussion:
Please contact Dan Wilson – York City FC Head of Youth at
[email protected]