Department: Performance Analysis

Reports to: Head of Academy

Hours of work: A minimum of 37.5 hours per week and any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This may include evening and weekend work.

Contractual status: Permanent

1. Job purpose:

To lead and evolve the Academy Performance Analysis function in alignment with the Academy Performance Plan (APP), supporting the development of elite players and staff through data-driven insights, video analysis, and collaborative feedback. The role is a key contributor to the Academy Senior Management Team (SMT), ensuring strategic alignment across departments.

2. Duties and responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

• Represent the Performance Analysis department within the SMT and contribute to strategic planning and implementation of the APP pillars: Identify, Develop, Build, Enable, Protect.
• Collaborate with Coaching, Recruitment, Sports Science, and Player Care to deliver integrated development programmes.
• Lead quarterly cross-departmental meetings to ensure alignment and shared understanding.

Performance Analysis Delivery

• Lead the analysis provision for the U18s, including pre-match, in-match, and post-match analysis using video and statistical tools.
• Support Phase Analysts across Foundation, Youth Development, and Professional Development Phases.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and feedback systems for players and staff.

Data & Technology Integration

• Utilise advanced platforms (e.g., Hudl, Wyscout, StatsBomb, GPS) to support objective decision-making and player development.
• Contribute to predictive modelling for player potential and injury risk.
• Ensure all match and training footage is captured, analysed, and uploaded to designated platforms. 

Player & Staff Development

• Contribute to the creation and review of Development Action Plans (DAPs) for players and staff.
• Support the delivery of video feedback sessions and individualised learning interventions.
• Provide input into player reviews and progression tracking. 

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Embed safeguarding principles into analysis practices, ensuring confidentiality and psychological safety.
• Support welfare check-ins and contribute to holistic player care through data insights.
• To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all staff, customers and clients of the Club. 

Operational Excellence

• Maintain up-to-date databases and ensure compliance with EPPP audit requirements.
• Manage student analysts and work placements, fostering a culture of learning and development.
• Uphold club policies, procedures, and values in all aspects of the role.

3. Skills required:

• Strategic thinking and leadership
• Advanced video and data analysis skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• High attention to detail and time management
• Proficiency in SportsCode (essential), Hudl, Wyscout, Coach Paint, StatsBomb (desirable)
• Competence in Microsoft Office and video capture equipment
• Ability to mentor, motivate and manage staff and students
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare standards

4. Knowledge required:

• Deep understanding of football tactics, technical development, and performance metrics
• Familiarity with EPPP requirements and Academy audit processes
• Knowledge of holistic player development frameworks
• Understanding of safeguarding protocols and psychological safety
• Awareness of interdisciplinary collaboration and data integration

5. Qualifications required:

• Relevant undergraduate degree (e.g., Sports Science, Coaching, Performance Analysis)
• UEFA C Licence (or working towards)
• MSc in Performance Analysis or related field (desirable)
• UEFA B Licence (desirable)

DBS check required: Yes (enhanced)