Job Advert Reference: AFCB0062

Title: Foundation Phase Coach (U11 & U12)
Location: Various (Canford Magna Training Complex, Canford Park Arena, Vitality Stadium)
Contract: Full Time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Sunday)
Reporting Line: Academy Coach Developer, Academy Head of Coaching & Development
Salary: Competitive

ABOUT AFC BOURNEMOUTH
Entering an exciting new chapter in our long and storied history, we are proud to retain a focus on family and community. Delivering that engagement with our loyal supporters is a passionate and integrated backroom staff, working closely together to provide a positive and lasting experience for all at Vitality Stadium.
Since our takeover by chairman Bill Foley, in a partnership including Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan, the club has seen significant investment committed towards sustaining Premier League status, highlighted by the construction of a state-of-the-art training facility and the arrival of promising young talent from top clubs around Europe. These developments also bring a great opportunity to further improve our women’s team and youth setup overall.
Since achieving Category Two, this is a really exciting time to join the Academy, as we move on to the next stage and continue to support the First Team.

Academy Values:
· Players First: holding individual player development as the main intention behind decisions made as a coach and wider professional.
· Togetherness: working in a prosocial manner as part of a wider team – willing to contribute beyond own interests.
· Integrity: carrying out academy and club values in an open and honest manner.
· Accountability: willing to take responsibility for actions in a manner which allows learning, growth and reflection.

PURPOSE OF ROLE
Lead the football and holistic development of the players within the Under 11 & Under 12 age groups.

MAIN DUTIES
Delivery
• Co-ordinate & oversee the training & games programme within the Under 11 & 12 age groups
• Plan, prepare and deliver organised sessions for U11 or U12 players, working in conjunction with the syllabus
• Send out the weekly U11 & U12 micro-cycle to communicate the session theme and logistics for the week to the multi-disciplinary team
Analysis of Performance
• Provide feedback to each player on the FiP or by using video analysis on a weekly basis
• Work with Academy analysts to plan and prepare relevant team and specific player footage
• Complete and oversee all necessary paperwork required on all match days and training sessions in relation to requirements for the EPPP within the Under 11 & 12 age groups
Meetings
• Lead weekly U11 & 12 Multi-Disciplinary Meetings and to distribute the minutes to the relevant members of staff
• Attend and conduct all relevant Player/Parent Development Meetings within the Under 11 & 12 age groups
• Attend all staff meetings and relevant parent information evenings as required by the Academy Manager, Academy Head of Coaching and Academy Coach Developer
Generic Responsibilities
• Ensure all players in the U11 and U12 age groups have an Individual Development Plan which is consistently delivered, reviewed and adapted, with appropriate opportunities to practice on the areas highlighted
• Attend all AFCB In-service training as part of their continuous development
• Take on additional reasonable duties if asked to do so by the Academy Manager, Academy Head of Coaching or Academy Coach Developer
• Engage in any coach development work as directed by the Academy Head of Coaching, both part-taking in support sessions and providing developmental support to U11 and U12 coaches
• Ensure that any complaint about any other member of staff within the Academy, is done in writing and given to the Academy Manager, Academy Head of Coaching & Academy Coach Developer
• As a member of staff to ensure in all matters, you follow and actively promote the club’s mental health policies and practices to ensure an open, non-judgmental and inclusive environment for everyone engaged with the club
• As a member of staff to ensure that you to adhere to the club’s safeguarding policies and procedures and are committed to our safeguarding values, creating a safe and positive environment for all those who interact with the club
• Obligation to adhere to the club’s health and safety policy and procedures
• As a member of staff to ensure in all matters you follow and actively promote the club’s equality policies and practices to ensure a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for everyone engaged with the club
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
• Experience of coaching in an elite environment
• UEFA B License
• FA Advanced Youth Award
FA Safeguarding Children
• EFAiF (Emergency First Aid in Football) Desirable
• UEFA A Licence
STAFF BENEFITS
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
• Free onsite parking
• Season ticket and allocation of complimentary/purchased tickets
• Subsidised lunches and complimentary healthy snacks throughout the day
• Discounts at the club Superstore
• Contribution towards eye tests and glasses
• Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses
• Club pension & Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) by Health Assured
• Paid parental leave (bank of five days per year)
• Club events or other social events throughout the year
• Paid volunteer opportunities (2 days per year)
• Paid day’s leave on your birthday