Talent Pathway Coach (U8-U12) - Women's AcademyChelsea FC

JOB TITLE: Talent Pathway Coach (U8-U12) - Women's Academy

DEPARTMENT: Women’s Academy

LOCATION: Cobham | Barnet | Barking | Croydon – plus travel to games programmes

CONTRACT: Sessional Contract

JOB FUNCTION: The role of our sessional coaches is to create a positive learning environment where you will support and develop all players within the group to attain the highest levels of performance possible in a safe, secure, and supportive environment. You will work with the Centre Manager and Player Development Lead to drive and nurture a positive culture within the training group and be a coach who makes the centre a place where players learn, have fun, and develop a love for the game. Coaches will plan and deliver high-quality technical and tactical football sessions in line with the FA and Chelsea FC curriculum, creating an environment that supports individual player development and long-term progression.

Closing date: 5th August

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To create a safe, secure and supportive learning environment that enables players to maximise their development potential.
• To connect with our young people and support and challenge them.
• To plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate sessions aligned to the Academy's Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model.
• To review, reflect upon and evaluate sessions to support continuous improvement.
• To support the ongoing assessment and monitoring of players, contributing to player reviews, Individual Action Plans (IAPs), and recommendations.
• Ensure the focus of every session is always on the individual progression of the player.
• To act professionally when representing Chelsea FC at all times and ensure sessions are fully prepared, with all equipment and resources set up prior to player arrival.
• To be a positive role model to all players, parents and work colleagues.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and facilities are respected, to give our players the best experience.
• In line with our safeguarding policies, the coach needs to ensure that all relevant documentation is kept up to date and is accessible on request.
• To be committed to ensuring the welfare and safeguarding of elite Emerging Talent Centre players, maintaining professional boundaries and promoting their well-being needs.
• To comply with the Chelsea FC and ETC ‘Code of Conduct’ regulations.

MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:

• Excellent timekeeping and attendance
• Excellent communication skills with other parties, colleagues and players
• Excellent team player
• Attention to detail

PERSON SPECIFIATION:

Qualifications:

• Degree in related field – BSc in Sports Science / BA in Physical Education (Desirable)
• UEFA C Licence (or working towards)
• FA Safeguarding Qualification
• FA First Aid Qualification

Experience:

Essential

• UEFA C Licence (or working towards)
• FA Safeguarding Qualification
• FA Emergency First Aid in Football Qualification

Desirable

• Degree in Sport, Coaching, Physical Education or related field

Skills and Behaviours: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and inspire young players
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Attention to detail
• Positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Creative and player-centred coaching approach
• Good ICT and administrative skills

OUR EXPECTATIONS: 

• To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
• To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department