Academy Coach U15/16s

Comunidadlift; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

BCFC Academy is seeking an Academy Coach for our u15/16s to plan and deliver coaching sessions in line with the club philosophy and curriculum. You will lead on match-day planning, observation and feedback, and ensure player welfare with safeguarding as a priority.

The role requires UEFA B Licence and FA Youth Award, plus experience in an academy environment and a team-oriented approach. You should be able to work independently and communicate clearly with players, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence et FA Youth Award attestations
• Experience in Academy coaching environments
• Understanding professional football requirements at all levels
• Teamwork and leadership capability
• Empathy and supportive approach to developing players
• Growth mindset and clear communication

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver coaching sessions following club philosophy and curriculum
• Oversee age group on match day incl. planning, observation and feedback
• Record player data on The Kitman Labs Intelligence Platform
• Safeguarding responsibilities for players
• Contribute to talent identification processes
• Handle administrative tasks: fixtures, records, and input
• Conduct 6 weekly player reviews
• Carry out player/parent reviews per EPPP guidelines
• Maintain multi-disciplinary communication for holistic development

Education

UEFA B Licence

FA Youth Award

Experience of developing players in an Academy environment

Understanding of the requirements to play Professional football, at all levels

Be able to work as part of a team, but also lead on own initiative

Have empathy, be supportive and encouraging to developing others

Have an open / growth mind-set and be an honest, clear communicator

UEFA A Licence

FA Advanced Youth Award

Degree within a related subject

Job description

DEPARTMENT: BCFC Academy
REPORTS TO: Lead Cell Coach
HOURS: Part Time, 16 hours per week

Overview

We are looking for a committed and exceptional person to join us as an Academy Coach within our u15/16s team:

Key Responsibilities

include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for planning and delivering coaching sessions that follow the club philosophy and deliver the coaching curriculum programme for your respective age.
• Responsible for your age group on match day, including to plan, observe and provide feedback regarding individual player performance.
• To evaluate players from coaching sessions and matches and ensure that the relevant information is recorded fully on The Kitman Labs Intelligence Platform.
• Ensuring that Players’ welfare and safeguarding is always protected.
• Contributing to the talent identification process where appropriate.
• Undertaking administrative tasks related to the role, including fixture programming, record keeping and database input.
• To conduct 6 weekly player reviews.
• To carry out player/parent reviews in line with EPPP guidelines.
• Ensure multi-disciplinary communication to ensure the well-being and holistic development of the Academy players.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• UEFA B Licence.
• FA Youth Award.
• Experience of developing players in an Academy environment.
• Understanding of the requirements to play Professional football, at all levels.
• Be able to work as part of a team, but also lead on own initiative
• Have empathy, be supportive and encouraging to developing others
• Have an open / growth mind-set and be an honest, clear communicator

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• UEFA A Licence.
• FA Advanced Youth Award.
• Degree within a related subject

Key Competencies

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Planning and organisation.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to create a development environment.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders.