Grimsby Town Football Club is seeking an ambitious, passionate and knowledgeable Assistant Head Coach to join our Women’s Team ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Working alongside the Head Coach, the successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation, delivery and review of training sessions and matchdays, helping to drive the continued development of our Women’s Team both on and off the pitch.

With ambitious plans for the future of the women’s programme, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing project and help the Club continue its progression through the football pyramid.

The Role

The Assistant Head Coach will support the day-to-day running of the Women’s First Team, contributing to the planning and delivery of high-quality coaching sessions while helping to implement the Club’s playing philosophy, tactical framework and player development strategy.

The successful applicant will:

• Support the organisation and delivery of the Women’s First Team programme.
• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality coaching sessions.
• Contribute to tactical planning, match preparation and performance analysis.
• Assist with the individual and collective development of players.
• Analyse performances both live and through video to identify areas for improvement.
• Help maintain high standards, behaviours and professionalism within the squad.
• Lead the team in the absence of the Head Coach when required.
• Commit to continued professional development through coaching qualifications and CPD opportunities.

About You

We’re looking for someone who shares our ambition to grow the Women’s Team and possesses the enthusiasm, professionalism and knowledge to help us achieve our goals.

Essential requirements include:

• A passion for the women’s game.
• UEFA C Licence.
• FA Introduction to Coaching Football qualification.
• FA Introduction to First Aid qualification.
• FA Safeguarding Certificate (or willingness to complete immediately).
• Previous coaching experience within the women’s game.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

A UEFA B Licence, experience driving a minibus and a commitment to ongoing professional development would be advantageous.

Why Join Grimsby Town?

Grimsby Town Football Club is committed to creating an environment where people can develop, thrive and make a genuine impact.

As part of the team, you’ll receive:

• £13.53 per hour, plus travel expenses for away fixtures.
• Complimentary tickets to Men’s First Team home matches.
• Staff discount in the Club Shop.
• Access to health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling services.
• Staff social activities.
• An inclusive and welcoming working environment where equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

Safeguarding & Equality

Grimsby Town Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Committed employer, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities.

Apply Now

To view the full job description and submit your application, please visit the EFL iRecruit portal here.

Closing date for applications: Friday 10th July 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

Join us and help write the next chapter in the story of Grimsby Town Women’s Team.

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