Rate of Pay: Dependent on qualifications and experience

Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK

We are looking to recruit an Academy Lead Youth Development Phase Coach (U15–U16’s) to oversee and co-ordinate the Club’s player development programme within the Academy at age groups U15-U16 in line with the club’s philosophy, guided by the Academy Head of Coaching Development. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to design, deliver and review coaching sessions in line with our curriculum for academy players. You will be required to coach evenings and weekends, as well as be expected to attend and contribute to regular Continuous Professional Development (CPD) events that take place throughout the season.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, have an understanding of the development needs of players in the U15-16’s age group, ensuring the individual comes first and be flexible to the requirements of the role and the business.

Applicants should ideally live locally to Watford, London Colney or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or non-UK resident with a valid UK work permit.

Essential:

• UEFA A Licence qualification
• Advanced Youth Award (or working towards it)
• FA Youth Award
• FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
• FA Safeguarding Children
• Previous experience of working within a similar age group
• Commitment to Youth Development
• Be committed to a CPD programme and make every effort to enhance personal skills and
qualifications to meet the Academy needs
• Understanding and experience with PMA system
• An appreciation of the need for flexible working hours
• Experience of the professional game
• Understanding of the Clubs commitment to EDI & Safeguarding
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel to various locations due to the demands of the role

You would ideally have:

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast pace ever changing environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to anticipate and prioritise workload

As a regulated activity provider and as part of the short-listing process we may:

1. Complete reference requests prior to interview.
2. Carry out an online search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence process.
3. If your application is successful be required to obtain a DBS disclosure at the appropriate level (role dependant)

Club Commitment:

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI):

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding:

We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.