 In 2001 Vaughan moved to Shrewsbury Town working as part-time under 16's coach, and the following season he was employed on a full-time basis as Youth team Coach of the U17's/U19's (this was looking after 24 scholars on a day-to-day basis).It was in 2005 he became Acting Head of Youth which was overlooking age groups from under 9 – 16 whilst still coaching the full-time scholars.During this time he also did his FA Conversion Badge (UEFA "A" Coaching Licence) and UEFA "A" Full Licence Badge.