Leicester City are searching for a new Under-18s head coach following the retirement of Trevor Peake.
After 17 years with City, Peake is stepping down from his position, having helped Andy King, Liam Moore, Jeff Schlupp, Ben Chilwell, Hamza Choudhury, Harvey Barnes, and others develop from academy prospects to first-team stars.
Now, City are on the hunt for a new coach to oversee the Under-18s, with the role likely to grow in significance with Brendan Rodgers at the helm.
The first-team manager has previously spoken of developing a ‘Leicester way’ and “synchronising a style of football throughout the club”.
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A job advert for Under-18s position reads: “Leicester City FC Academy are looking for an outstanding coach with extensive experience of working in Academy football and ideally within the Professional Development Phase to become our Head U18 Coach.
“As our current U18 coach retires after 17 years, his replacement must be an individual who has the skills to build strong relationships with young people that are based on honesty and respect.
“Through this relationship you will be able to challenge the young people to push themselves further than they ever thought possible but provide them with high quality support when they require it.
“You will have the flexibility to develop a programme that meets the needs of the individuals in your squad and ensure that players transition from the U18 team to our First Team and beyond.
“With three Academy graduates in the current first-team squad and a brand new training ground to be completed this summer there has never been a better time to join the team.”
The new Under-18s head coach will also work with Under-23s boss Steve Beaglehole in forming a pathway through the ranks, with experience in youth football a must.
The advert continues: “The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leading the development and delivery of training and the review of players in the U18 team, with the key objective of preparing Academy players for First Team and beyond.
“You will have the following key skills and technical experience: Able to build strong relationships with young people and staff; Extensive experience of young player development and knowledge of appropriate technique and skill development practices; Able to communicate positively with young players, their parents, coaches and management; The ability to lead and develop a small team and prioritise workload; You will be as a minimum UEFA A qualified, UEFA Pro licence is desirable.
“The following competencies are essential for the role: communication, teamwork, taking ownership and relationship management.”
Applications for the job close on June 17.
