Professional Development Phase Coach (PDP)

Professional Development Phase Coach (PDP)

Hull City Football Club are looking for a Professional Development Phase Coach (PDP) to join our ambitious and forward-thinking Academy team.

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Hull City Academy, Bishop Burton College

Salary/Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Closing Date: Wednesday 27^th May 2026

Your Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all players have updated and relevant Individual Development Plans (IDPs) aligned with tailored programmes
• Coach within the PDP groups as directed by the Academy Manager
• Deliver coaching sessions that follow the Academy curriculum and playing philosophy
• Manage match day logistics for assigned squads
• Conduct player reviews as per EPPP requirements, giving constructive feedback
• Facilitate smooth transitions between age groups and provide bespoke support for high-potential players
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to support holistic player development
• Complete administrative tasks within set deadlines
• Support the Player Care Team by identifying and reporting concerns regarding player welfare
• Observe, monitor, and report on loan players and emerging talent as directed
• Ensure accurate use of Kitman Labs and other performance monitoring tools
• Promote clear, effective communication with players, parents, carers, and host families
• Attend meetings and CPD events, while working closely with the Lead PDP Coach and Academy Recruitment
• Organise additional fixtures for development and contribute to a professional learning environment
• Uphold and enforce the Club’s Philosophy, Code of Conduct, and EFL/Premier League guidelines
• Maintain qualifications including UEFA Licence and Emergency Aid Certification

What Are We Looking For?

Essential:

• UEFA A Licence (essential)
• Advanced Youth Award (PDP) (essential)
• FA Advanced Award (essential)
• Valid FA Emergency Aid Qualification (essential)
• Safeguarding Children Certificate
• Previous coaching experience at PDP level (U17–U21)
• Strong knowledge of the EPPP framework and youth development strategies
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Commitment to continuous personal development
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends

Desirable:

• UEFA Pro Licence
• Experience in multi-disciplinary team environments
• Experience using Kitman Labs or similar performance tracking software
• Understanding of loan player management and exit strategies
• Experience in supporting recruitment activity and scouting players

Eligibility for Employment in the UK

In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of their eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received.

About the Academy

Hull City Academy develops and works with talented young footballers from the age of 8 to 23. We have made significant progress at the Academy since the Club successfully achieved its quest to gain Category Two status in the summer of 2015, with the primary focus on developing and nurturing players with outstanding potential into future first team regulars. In line with the Football Association’s Charter of Quality, the Academy prepares players of the future for the Club and enables our scholars to progress both on and off the field throughout their tenure with us.

With a number of scholars making their First Team debuts in the past three seasons, the sale of an Academy product to the Premier League and many more former Academy players currently plying their trade across Europe, this is a truly exciting time to be part of Hull City.

We are now expanding our Academy Recruitment Department to provide an opportunity to more young players from the region to follow in the footsteps of previous graduates such as Jarrod Bowen, Max Clark and Keane Lewis-Potter.