Theo Brierley
Congleton,Cheshire
Summary
Highly motivated, forward-thinking coach with experience developing players in elite football environments. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, on-grass football coaching sessions that stretch and challenge high-potential players. Strong understanding and insight into the development pathways of Premier League and international-level players. Holder of the UEFA A License and the FA Advanced Youth Award (Foundation Phase). Excellent communicator and effective team player, capable of thriving in an elite development setting. Competent in IT, with experience using Hudl analysis software. Hold current Enhanced DBS clearance, along with valid FA Safeguarding and Emergency Aid certifications. Possess a full UK driving licence.
28 years old.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
Manchester City Football Club
Manchester
2025.07 - Current
Worked within the Foundation Phase at Manchester City, primarily working with the U10 group in the 25/26 season.
LEAD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PHASE COACH U12/U13
Stoke City FC
2024.07 - 2025.06
The role is to manage the U12-U13 teams. This role also involved recruitment into the Youth Development Phase and to assist the U12-U13 coaches with their development.
LEAD FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
STOKE CITY FC
2022.07 - 2024.06
- The role is to manage the U10-U12 teams to provide them with the best program and opportunity to progress into the Youth Development Phase. This role also involved recruitment into the Foundation Phase and to assist the U10-U12 coaches with their development.
U9S LEAD COACH FULL TIME
STOKE CITY FC
2021.07 - 2022.06
- To lead the U9s group and to provide them with the best program possible. Contribute to the recruitment of players into the Foundation Phase and to assist with the U10-U12 team groups.
CASUAL FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
STOKE CITY FC
2019.12 - 2021.06
- To work on a casual basis within the Foundation Phase and deliver the program to the best standard.
Education
GCSE'S -
CHEADLE HULME SCHOOL
01/2012 - 01/2014
REPTON SCHOOL
01/2011 - 01/2012
Skills
- UEFA A License holder
- Advanced Youth Award (Foundation Phase) holder
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality, on-grass football coaching sessions that stretch and challenge high-potential players
- Highly motivated, forward-thinking coach with experience developing players in elite football environments
- Strong understanding and insight into the development pathways of Premier League and international-level players
- Excellent communicator and effective team player, capable of thriving in an elite development setting
Timeline
FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
Manchester City Football Club
2025.07 - Current
LEAD YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PHASE COACH U12/U13
Stoke City FC
2024.07 - 2025.06
LEAD FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
STOKE CITY FC
2022.07 - 2024.06
U9S LEAD COACH FULL TIME
STOKE CITY FC
2021.07 - 2022.06
CASUAL FOUNDATION PHASE COACH
STOKE CITY FC
2019.12 - 2021.06
REPTON SCHOOL
01/2011 - 01/2012
GCSE'S -
CHEADLE HULME SCHOOL
01/2012 - 01/2014