He left in February 2011 when the playing budget was cut to zero and linked up with Worcester City - first on the scouting side and then, in May 2011, as assistant manager to Carl Heeley. Over the next few seasons City made a name for themselves as non-league giant-killers in the FA Cup, knocking out a number of Football League sides.
In February 2011, he left his position when the club's budget was cut to zero and subsequently joined Worcester City. He began as a scout and later became assistant manager under Carl Heeley in May 2011. During the following seasons, City gained notoriety for their success in the FA Cup by defeating several Football League teams.