Mark began his coaching career with the Newcastle Football Development Scheme aged 15 and has been a member of the Northumberland FA's Football Development team since 2003 after graduating from Durham University. His role with the County FA involves working with clubs and leagues in the Charter Standard programme, workforce development, football in education and developing the volunteer workforce.
He is currently involved in grassroots football, having worked with players aged 5-21 as well as delivering Coach Education courses for the County FA.
Mark holds the UEFA A Licence and is Head Coach of Newcastle University AFC and is also involved with the Northern Universities Representative Team.