Head Coach - Highgate International School - Pattaya, Thailand

Closing Date of Applications 6 March 2026

Our Story

Manchester City is an English Premier League club whose roots began in East Manchester. From its first incarnation as St Mark's West Gorton in 1880, the club became Manchester City FC in 1894. Behind each title lies emotion, moments and memories that resonate with millions of supporters around the world. Manchester City fans are known for their commitment and togetherness, as a Club that fights to the end.

MCFC is built on a vision for sustainability, with an academy structure designed to support long-term first team success, to engagement with the communities in which we reside. Together with our passionate fans and valued network of partners, we are developing Manchester City's future history.

The Role

The Head Coach will lead the establishment and growth of a centre for football excellence at Highgate International School in Pattaya, Thailand, delivered through the Manchester City Football School program. Reporting to the School Principal, the role is responsible for designing, implementing and embedding a high-quality football provision within a brand-new school environment.

You will drive participation and raise standards by delivering and overseeing outstanding coaching across a broad range of ages and abilities, both within and beyond the school day, ensuring the program reflects the philosophy, methodology and values of Manchester City.

Your Impact

1. Lead & Develop the Football Program - Establish and grow a high-quality football program within the school, ensuring it reflects Manchester City's coaching philosophy, methodology and principles while increasing participation and engagement.
2. Deliver Outstanding Coaching - Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive coaching sessions across a range of ages and abilities, both within and beyond the school day, maintaining the highest standards of delivery and player experience.
3. Player Development & Pathways - Identify and nurture talented players, supporting their progression through structured development pathways aligned with CFG principles and long-term player development models.
4. Team Leadership & Operational Excellence - Manage and mentor the local coaching team, oversee training schedules, fixtures and competitions, and ensure the smooth, professional running of the program and wider campus activities.
5. Culture, Values & Safeguarding - Promote a positive, values-led environment that fosters curiosity, resilience, teamwork and respect, while ensuring full compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.
6. Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous Improvement - Communicate effectively with students, parents, school staff and CFG representatives, contributing to collaboration, transparency and a culture of high expectations and ongoing development.

What we are looking for

• Hold a UEFA B coaching license (minimum)
• Extensive experience in youth football (academy, club or international environments) with strong knowledge of individual and team development, including the ability to identify, develop and support talented players
• Experience managing and developing coaches and staff, with the ability to lead projects from planning through to delivery while maintaining high performance standards
• Clear, engaging communicator able to build effective relationships with students, parents, staff and wider stakeholders, and work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Highly motivated with a clear sense of purpose, strong problem-solving skills, commitment to quality standards, continuous professional development, and the flexibility to support international projects

The Perks

We offer a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive relocation package, including housing, medical cover, transport allowance, flights, visa sponsorship.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your coaching career with Manchester City in Thailand, please submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter via our career's portal by 6 March.

Please note, the start date in this position will be early summer 2026.

Equal Opportunities

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based CFG roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.