Sixth Form Lead Coach | U14 Lead Coach | Women's U21 PGA Assistant Coach - Durham Women FC
(2025-09)
- Lead the coaching and development programme for Sixth Form players within Durham Women's performance pathway.
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate coaching sessions aligned to the club philosophy and player development framework.
- Manage and support the development of the Under-14 squad.
- Support the Women's U21 Professional Game Academy programme as Assistant Coach.
- Conduct player reviews and provide regular feedback to players and parents.
- Work collaboratively with coaching, education, and performance staff to ensure holistic player development.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, welfare, and professionalism across all programmes.
Director - PN Football Coaching
(2017-04)
- Coordinate and deliver football development centres across the Northeast for players of varying ages and abilities.
- Design and implement individual 1-to-1 player development programmes.
- Organise and deliver football holiday camps from planning and marketing through to delivery and evaluation.
- Deliver football coaching sessions within schools and nurseries.
- Manage football birthday party packages, including venue hire, staffing, and delivery.
- Oversee all business operations, marketing, administration, and customer engagement.
Sports Development Officer - Foundation of Light
(2025-01 - 2025-09)
- Delivered PE lessons and sports coaching within primary and secondary schools.
- Supported the Foundation of Light player development pathway.
- Delivered individual player development sessions.
- Assisted with the planning and delivery of football camps and community programmes.
- Engaged with young people through sport to increase participation and development opportunities.
Foundation Phase Academy Coach - Sunderland AFC Academy
(2023-09 - 2025-09)
- Assisted with the planning and delivery of academy training and games programmes.
- Designed, delivered, and evaluated coaching sessions aligned to the academy curriculum.
- Supported individual player development plans and performance reviews.
- Worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary academy environment.
- Contributed to talent identification and player assessment processes.
U10-U12 Lead Coach | U14 Lead Coach | Sixth Form Lead Coach - Durham Women FC Emerging Talent Centre
(2020-02 - 2025-09)
- Delivered coaching sessions in accordance with The FA Four Corner Model.
- Supported the development of players within the Emerging Talent Centre pathway.
- Conducted player review meetings with players and parents.
- Maintained attendance records and player development documentation.
- Communicated effectively with players, parents, and club staff.
- Contributed to the progression of players within the elite female pathway.
Warehouse and Ambient Section Leader - Asda
(2014-10 - 2017-04)
- Managed warehouse operations and night-shift colleagues.
- Planned staff rotas and delegated workload effectively.
- Maintained health and safety standards across the department.
- Conducted stocktakes and completed management handovers.
- Developed strong leadership, organisation, and team management skills.
Football Coach - Newcastle Community Football (NCF)
(2006-10 - 2016-10)
- Delivered football and multi-sport sessions in schools and community settings.
- Led holiday camp programmes and coaching initiatives.
- Engaged participants of varying ages and abilities.
Football Coach - G.I Football Coaching
(2004-01 - 2006-12)
- Delivered community-based football coaching programmes.
- Supported participation and player development initiatives.
Football Coach - Newcastle United Football in the Community
(2002-09 - 2005-12)
- Delivered coaching sessions in schools and after-school programmes.
- Assisted with academy coaching sessions.
- Facilitated stadium tours at St James' Park.
- Supported football holiday camps and community football projects.
