Head of Academy Player Care

The Head of Player Care is responsible for leading and managing the Academy's Player Care provision in line with the requirements of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP), Premier League, EFL and Club policies.

The role will ensure the holistic development, welfare, safeguarding, wellbeing, education support and personal development of all Academy players, creating a positive environment that promotes personal growth alongside football development. The Head of Player Care will oversee the Player Care department, manage staff within the function and work collaboratively across all Academy multidisciplinary departments to ensure players receive comprehensive support throughout their Academy journey.

This role requires a flexible working pattern, including regular evening and weekend work to support training sessions, fixtures, player reviews, parent meetings and Academy events. The post holder will be expected to work across Academy sites and occasionally travel to schools, partner organisations and football venues as required. Flexibility and visibility across the Academy programme are essential.

Regular travel to fixtures, meetings and other events in connection with performance of the duties.

Direct Reports: Academy Youth Mentor