Foundation Development Phase Coach (Casual)

Port Vale FC; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Vale FC is seeking a casual Foundation Development Phase Coach to coach and develop players mainly in the Foundation Phase (U8-U11) across its training venues. You will report to the Head of Coaching and Youth Phase Lead Coach and deliver a high-quality programme aligned with the club's philosophy and performance plan.

Join a dedicated coaching team to develop players aged 8-11, monitor progress, provide opportunities for squad players and trialists, and support scouting at grassroots

Qualifications

• UEFA C Licence held or in progress.
• Working towards UEFA B Licence.
• FA age-appropriate coaching certification is required.
• Enhanced DBS check is current.
• Experience coaching 8-11-year-olds.
• Safeguarding and first aid qualifications are required.
• FA Youth Modules or FA Youth Award are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work with Lead Foundation Phase Coach to develop players aged 8-11.
• Monitor and assess players, keeping records up to date on the FIP.
• Coach and manage an assigned age group, liaising with parents.
• Give playing opportunities to all squad players and trialists.
• Support scouting and recruitment at grassroots fixtures and events.
• Take part in CPD, parent evenings and player reviews.

Skills

UEFA C Licence

UEFA B Licence (in progress)

FA coaching certification

DBS check (enhanced)

Experience with 8-11 age group

Safeguarding and first aid

FA Youth Modules/Award (desirable)

Job description

Port Vale is looking for a casual Foundation Development Phase Coach to coach and develop players mainly in the Foundation Phase (U8-U11).

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Coaching and Youth Phase Lead Coach, you will deliver a high-quality coaching programme in line with the club's philosophy and performance plan across its training venues.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Lead Foundation Phase Coach to develop players aged 8-11
• Monitor and assess players, keeping records up to date on the FIP
• Coach and manage an assigned age group, liaising with parents
• Give playing opportunities to all squad players and trialists
• Support scouting and recruitment at grassroots fixtures and events
• Take part in CPD, parent evenings and player reviews

About You

• UEFA C Licence and working towards UEFA B Licence
• FA age-appropriate coaching certification
• Current enhanced DBS check
• Experience with the 8-11 age group
• Safeguarding and first aid qualifications
• Desirable: FA Youth Modules or FA Youth Award

Key Details

• Location: Dimensions, Alsager, Norton, Keele and Roe Lane
• Contract: Casual