VolunteerEngland
Volunteer ScoutsNorthampton Town
This job is actively accepting applications.
Northampton Town is looking for Volunteer Scouts in England. This is a Volunteer role. Candidates with FA Level 2 Talent Identification are encouraged to apply.
Applications via external link
Description
About The Role
Main Role
To assist and support the Head Of Emerging Talent in the identification and assessment of football players for the academy pathway.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Head Of Emerging Talent to identify appropriate players across academy age groups.
- Attend matches allocated by the Head Of Emerging Talent and provide player feedback through the club’s internal recruitment platform.
- Build and maintain a dynamic list of identified players in line with academy targets.
- Watch a range of grassroots and academy football to assess player ability and identify potential academy-standard players.
- Attend tournaments and festivals throughout the off-season to support continued recruitment.
- Contribute positively to the ongoing development of the Recruitment Department.
- Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary academy team to support the development of young players.
- Attend Academy & Club CPD sessions as required to maintain knowledge of levels and profiles required.
About The Candidate
Qualifications & Experience
- FA Level 1 Talent ID – Essential
- FA Level 2 Talent ID – Desirable / Working Towards
- Previous experience within football scouting or recruitment – Desirable
- Good understanding of scouting protocols and recruitment processes – Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to following all club safeguarding and operational procedures
Person Specification
- Confident communicator with the ability to build rapport with team Managers and families
- Enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious individual
- Proactive and organised with high personal standards
- Committed to achieving department objectives
- Flexible with a willingness to learn and develop
A full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle is essential.
Applicants must also hold a valid FA Safeguarding Children Certificate.
Due to this role involving regulated activity, successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
Skills
- Scouting
- Scouting and Talent ID
