Academy Education Lead Football Club

Leicester City Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk of harm, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Location:

Leicester City Women's Training Ground, Belvoir Drive, Leicester, LE2 8HN
(with weekly attendance at Loughborough College)

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Pattern:

• Monday: 11:00am – 7:30pm
• Tuesday: 11:00am – 7:30pm
• Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Loughborough College)
• Friday: 10:30am – 6:30pm

Shape Futures. Champion Education. Support the Next Generation.

Leicester City Women's Football Club is seeking an outstanding Academy Education Lead to play a pivotal role within our Women's Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting young people, values the importance of dual-career development, and wants to make a lasting impact in an elite sporting environment.

As Academy Education Lead, you will take ownership of the Academy Education Programme, ensuring every player receives high-quality educational support that complements their football development. Working closely with players, parents, schools, colleges, universities and academy staff, you will help shape the future of talented young athletes both on and off the pitch.

At Leicester City Women's Academy, we believe success isn’t measured solely by football performance. We are committed to developing confident, resilient and ambitious young people who are prepared for life in, through and beyond the game.

Reporting to the Head of Women’s Academy, you will lead, develop and quality assure the Academy’s educational provision across the Professional Game Academy (PGA).

You will act as the primary liaison with schools, colleges, universities and education partners, ensuring players receive a personalised educational experience that supports both academic achievement and football progression.

The role will see you work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to ensure education remains at the heart of player development, supporting players through key transitions and helping them achieve their potential both academically and personally.

• Lead and oversee the Women’s Academy Education Programme.
• Design, implement and periodically review educational pathways and provision.
• Ensure compliance with FA Professional Game Academy licensing requirements.
• Coordinate and quality assure academy-based educational support and interventions.
• Support audit, accreditation and quality assurance processes.

• Monitor player attendance, attainment and academic progression.
• Implement early interventions where additional support is required.
• Support players in developing effective study habits, confidence and independence.
• Work with schools and colleges to minimise disruption during training and competition periods.
• Support players through examination periods and other academic pressure points.

• Act as the primary point of contact for schools, colleges, universities and awarding bodies.
• Represent the Club with key education partners, including Loughborough College.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, providing guidance on educational pathways and expectations.
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders regarding player progress and support requirements.

• Support players transitioning between age groups, programmes and educational stages.
• Assist players moving into senior football, higher education, apprenticeships or employment.
• Ensure educational continuity for players involved in loans, dual registrations or contract transitions.
• Work closely with the Academy Performance Wellbeing Lead to support holistic player development.

• Maintain accurate education records and reporting systems.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and academy policies.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and academy planning processes.

You will be an organised,…