Jacob Davenport
Manchester
Summary
Passionate and dedicated professional footballer with a lifelong commitment to the game. With over 15 years of experience playing at academy and professional levels in English and Irish
football, this has shaped me into a focused, disciplined and adaptable professional.
Highly respected individual, known for a strong work ethic and leadership qualities. Throughout my playing career, I've consistently demonstrated professionalism, resilience, and
a strong determined mentality, both on and off the pitch. With a natural ability to communicate effectively, I bring composure, adaptability, and drive to every environment I'm part of.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
1:1 Football Coach
Calculated Performance
2026.03 - Current
Providing individualised sessions focused on improving technical ability, position awareness, decision making, and overall player performance.
College Football Coach
Loreto College
2026.03 - Current
Coaching and developing college football players through structured training sessions focused on technical ability, tactical understanding, and match performance. Supporting player progression by building confidence, discipline, teamwork, and a positive learning environment both on and off the pitch
Football Education Coach
Manchester City Football Club
Manchester
2025.07 - Current
Delivering coaching support to children in the community, supporting basic skill development.
Part Time U14's Football Coach
Derry City Football Club
Derry
2025.01 - 2025.03
Supporting the head coach in player development, conduct targeted drills during training, and help manage team logistics such as match day substitutions and player morale.
Education
GCSEs -
St Bede's College
BTEC Sports Diploma -
Connell Co-op College
UEFA B Coaching Licence -
UEFA
FA Level 2 Coaching in Football -
The FA
First Aid in Football -
The FA
Introduction to Talent Identification in Football -
The FA
Safeguarding Children in Football -
The FA
Skills
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Highly organised
- Reliable
- Ability to work under pressure
- Disciplined
- Proficient with the use of technology
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
1:1 Football Coach
Calculated Performance
2026.03 - Current
College Football Coach
Loreto College
2026.03 - Current
Football Education Coach
Manchester City Football Club
2025.07 - Current
Part Time U14's Football Coach
Derry City Football Club
2025.01 - 2025.03
GCSEs -
St Bede's College
BTEC Sports Diploma -
Connell Co-op College
UEFA B Coaching Licence -
UEFA
FA Level 2 Coaching in Football -
The FA
First Aid in Football -
The FA
Introduction to Talent Identification in Football -
The FA
Safeguarding Children in Football -
The FA