Josh Brehaut
Shavington,Crewe
Summary
Inspirational leader with collaborative approach, ready to drive team success. Adept in communication and problem-solving, bringing strategic mindset to support short, medium and long term team development. Committed to fostering high-performing team culture that delivers exceptional results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
First Team Manager
Leek Town F.C.
Leek, Staffordshire
09.2023 - 12.2025
- NPL Division 1 West league winners for 2023/24 season.
- Reached FA Cup 4th Qualifying Round in 2023/24.
- Rob Stevenson awarded NPL Player of Season for 2023/24.
- Liam Buckley recognised with NPL Rising Star Award in 2023/24.
- Consolidated club in NPL Premier Division despite modest budget.
Head of Academy Coach & Player Development
Port Vale F.C.
Burslem
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Four first team debuts for academy players in 2022/23.
- Jack Shorrock became youngest player to make first team debut, later awarded EFL Apprentice of Year.
- Generated six-figure sales of academy players to Aston Villa and Newcastle; one transferred for seven figures to Man City and captained England U17.
Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (U15-16s)
Stoke City F.C.
Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Developed multiple players who have become professional footballers.
- Developed players currently out on loan: Tommy Simkin (Leyton Orient), Nathan Lowe (Stockport), and Emre Tezgel (Crewe).
- Tommy Simkin - Euro U21 Winner 2024.
- Nathan Lowe - EFL League 2 Young Player of Season 2024/25.
- Emre Tezgel - Stoke's youngest first team debutant.
First Team Assistant Manager
Kidsgrove Athletic F.C.
Kidsgrove, Staffordshire
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Still hold highest points per game average for any season in last 15 years.
- Secured club's best ever FA Cup run, reaching 4th Qualifying Round.
Youth Development Phase Coach (U13-14s)
Stoke City F.C.
Stoke-on-Trent
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Promoted to new role after first season in Foundation Phase. Worked with under 13s for one season then moved to under 14s.
Foundation Phase Coach (U11s)
Stoke City F.C.
Stoke-on-Trent
03.2015 - 08.2016
- First year in full time professional academy football which resulted in earning promotion.
Skills
- Leadership excellence
- Decision making precision
- Resilient mentality
- Talent development
- Communication proficiency
- Strategic planning
- Competitor analysis
Certification
UEFA 'A' Licence - 2017
Premier League Elite Coaches Apprenticeship Scheme - 2018
F.A. Advanced Youth Award - 2019
Timeline
First Team Manager
Leek Town F.C.
09.2023 - 12.2025
Head of Academy Coach & Player Development
Port Vale F.C.
12.2021 - 05.2024
Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (U15-16s)
Stoke City F.C.
06.2019 - 12.2021
First Team Assistant Manager
Kidsgrove Athletic F.C.
06.2018 - 06.2019
Youth Development Phase Coach (U13-14s)
Stoke City F.C.
08.2016 - 06.2019
Foundation Phase Coach (U11s)
Stoke City F.C.
03.2015 - 08.2016