An opportunity has arisen for a part-time coach to join our Category 3 Academy in both the Foundation and Youth Development Phases. Our part-time coaches will deliver the coaching programme to players in line with the Player Development Strategy, Coaching Strategy and Game Model.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be responsible for the delivery of the Academy’s Player Development Strategy within the Foundation or Youth Development Phase.
2. There will be key administrative tasks involved within the role, meeting all required criteria of the EPPP.
3. To support Lead Phase Coaches to update the PMA system and ensure all players’ reviews and session and game evaluations are completed.
4. Be responsible for conducting player reviews to aid feedback, helping players develop further, whilst ensuring players have ongoing and up to date ILPs.
5. To be a key liaison for all Academy families, supporting the Player Care Officer and Head of Education and Welfare in our holistic approach to player development.
6. To take an active role in the safeguarding of all Academy players.

Knowledge and Experience

1. UEFA B Licence (or working towards)
2. FA Youth Award
3. The FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football
4. Has completed the FA Safeguarding Children
5. Valid FA DBS or willing to undertake a DBS check before starting the role.