Jordan Del Piano
Lytham St Annes,Lancashire
Summary
UEFA-qualified football coach and First-Class Honours graduate in Sports Coaching and Development, with experience supporting the holistic development, welfare and progression of young people and football players across professional football, education and community settings. Passionate about developing confident, resilient and positive young people alongside their footballing ability. Experienced in creating inclusive environments, adapting approaches to individual needs, collaborating with parents, schools and multidisciplinary partners, and supporting young people to reach their personal and sporting potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Football Coach
Manchester City
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2026.08 - Current
- Plan, lead and deliver structured football coaching sessions for players aged 3–U18 across Manchester City Squad Programmes and Football Schools.
- Work consistently within Manchester City methodology and curriculum to provide a high-quality, player-centred coaching environment.
- Support the holistic development of players across the technical, physical, psychological, and social aspects of their development.
- Identify players demonstrating the potential to progress into Squad Programmes and contribute to player progression pathways.
- Build positive and professional relationships with players, supporting their confidence, motivation, engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Conduct player check-ins and follow-ups to assess individual needs, track progress and identify areas for development.
- Provide informal player feedback and contribute to ongoing evaluations of player development, with some responsibility for development plans, reports and assessments.
- Plan, evaluate and reflect on coaching sessions to enhance delivery and optimise player learning and development.
- Attend weekly football content meetings to contribute to planning, consistency and alignment across the coaching programme.
- Maintain communication with parents to provide feedback, address concerns and foster positive relationships between players, families and coaching programme.
- Maintain accurate player information through relevant databases, spreadsheets and administrative systems.
- Follow safeguarding and player welfare procedures, escalating relevant concerns through the appropriate channels.
- Work collaboratively with coaching and operational staff to ensure players receive a safe, supportive and development-focused experience.
Community Cohesion Mentor
Blackpool FC Community Trust
Blackpool, Lancashire
2025.09 - 2026.08
- Delivered structured mentoring and pastoral support to young people facing personal and social challenges, fostering resilience and encouraging positive behaviour development.
- Engaged with parents and guardians to reinforce consistent support structures at home and school, enhancing overall mentee development.
- Liaised with teachers to understand the academic challenges faced by mentees better.
- Enhanced mentee self-awareness by facilitating constructive feedback sessions.
- Provided career guidance, resulting in informed academic and professional decision making by mentees.
- Collaborated with schools, community organisations, and multi-agency partners to increase access to participant development opportunities.
- Designed and delivered sport-based interventions to improve mental wellbeing, confidence, and sustained participation in physical activity.
- Developed inclusive environments that celebrated diversity, encouraged mutual respect, and strengthened positive peer relationships within multicultural groups.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and implemented safeguarding protocols to ensure safe, secure, and compliant delivery of all sessions.
- Maintained up-to-date safeguarding knowledge and worked in line with relevant procedures and practices.
ETC Football Coach
Blackpool FC
Blackpool, Lancashire
2025.05 - 2026.08
- Implemented coaching principles based on Blackpool ETC methodology.
- Organised and oversaw high-level training sessions, focusing on technical, tactical, and physical development.
- Led talent identification by assessing player skills and potential to inform development strategies.
- Contributed to the progression of players into WSL teams, and Blackpool Ladies' first team.
- Cultivated strong relationships with players to understand aspirations and motivate goal achievement.
- Adapted coaching methods to suit diverse player needs, accommodating different learning styles and abilities.
- Coached junior teams, nurturing future talent for the club.
- Created a positive environment that enhanced player satisfaction and engagement.
- Created a positive and cohesive team environment, promoting a mentality of respect, and collaboration amongst players.
- Conducted regular player assessments to identify areas of improvement.
- Safeguarded players and communicated with the DSL.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts, attracting talented footballers to the club .
- Followed a 30-week topic-led curriculum.
Community Youth Sports Officer
Blackpool FC Community Trust
Blackpool, Lancashire
2022.08 - 2025.09
- Designed and delivered structured football and physical education sessions aimed at increasing participation, skill development, and long-term engagement in sport.
- Delivered sessions across primary, secondary, and SEND schools to enhance student engagement in sports.
- Collaborated with schools, community organisations, and external agencies, including local authorities, to deliver joint initiatives and achieve shared objectives
- Integrated educational themes including physical health, nutrition, and mental wellbeing into session delivery to promote holistic development.
- Adapted session content to suit diverse learning styles, abilities, and developmental stages.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during club activities, fostering a secure environment for all members and staff.
- Facilitated educational talks and workshops to raise health awareness among members, encouraging informed lifestyle choices.
Education
UEFA C License
FA - Safeguarding Children, Safeguarding Adults
FA - Level 2: Emergency First Aid in Football
FA Affiliated Coach - undefined
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching and Development
University of South Wales
PontypriddLevel 2 - Effective Mentoring Skills
City & Guilds
Skills
- Youth Development & Mentoring
- Player Care and Pastoral Support
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Personal Development & Life Skills
- Football Coaching & Player Development
- Group & Behaviour Management
- Teamwork & Multi Agency Collaboration
- Workshop & Activity Delivery
- Transition & Progression Support
- Professional Boundaries & Confidentiality
- Planning & Organisation
- Health, Wellbeing & Physical Activity
- Education & Sport Based Delivery
- Session Design & Delivery
Accomplishments
- Manchester Marathon 2025
- Manchester Marathon 2026
- County Cup Winner (Coach) 2026
- Charity skydives to raise funds for Trinity Hospice
- Raised £4170 completing the National Three Peaks Challenge in 24 hours.
Timeline
Football Coach
Manchester City
2026.08 - Current
Community Cohesion Mentor
Blackpool FC Community Trust
2025.09 - 2026.08
ETC Football Coach
Blackpool FC
2025.05 - 2026.08
Community Youth Sports Officer
Blackpool FC Community Trust
2022.08 - 2025.09
FA Affiliated Coach - undefined
FA - Level 2: Emergency First Aid in Football
FA - Safeguarding Children, Safeguarding Adults
UEFA C License
Bachelor of Science - Sports Coaching and Development
University of South Wales
Level 2 - Effective Mentoring Skills
City & Guilds