Foundation Phase Coach

Norwich City FC; Norwich; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary matchday ticket for home

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Norwich City Football Club is seeking an experienced Foundation Phase Coach to join the Academy Coaching department on a part-time basis, delivering the Foundation Phase Football Curriculum and supporting player development.

The role requires UEFA B Licence and up-to-date safeguarding and BFAS/EFAA qualifications, with experience in coaching and recruitment of players; desirable UEFA A Licence and related awards.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and recruitment of players.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of the Foundation Phase Football Curriculum.
• Manage and monitor Foundation Phase players' Individual Learning Plans.
• Produce formal session plans and conduct player reviews.
• Act in a manner that supports the Club’s Values of Growth, Integrity, Belonging, Resilience, Pride and Commitment.

Skills

Coaching experience

Education

UEFA B Licence

EFAiF/BFAS Qualification

FA Safeguarding Children Workshop

Relevant Degree Qualification

UEFA A Licence

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced candidate to join the Academy Coaching department at Norwich City Football Club in the role of Foundation Phase Coach. This is a part time role, working 10 hours a week.

Key tasks/responsibilities include, but is not limited to:

• Delivery of the Foundation Phase Football Curriculum
• Manage and monitor Foundation Phase platers Individual Learning Plans
• Produce formal session plans and conduct player reviews
• To act in a manner that supports the Club’s Values of Growth, Integrity, Belonging, Resilience, Pride and Commitment

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

• UEFA B Licence
• Up to date EFAiF or BFAS Qualification
• Up to date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
• Experience in coaching and recruitment of players

Desirable

• UEFA A Licence
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• Relevant Degree Qualification
• Experience of a similar role within the game
• Knowledge of the FA and Premier League Rules and Regulations with regard to Academies

Successful candidates will benefit from a comprehensive range of club benefits. This includes (but is not limited to):

• Complimentary matchday ticket for home fixtures
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced family friendly leave policies
• Pension Scheme with Royal London
• Access to Reward Gateway recognition and discount platform
• Enhanced CPD opportunities and structured professional development pathways.
• The opportunity to get involved in wider club initiatives through a variety of Working Groups.
• A range of wellbeing support, including 24/7 access to a GP for employees and their dependents, as well as access to gyms and exercise classes at both Carrow Road & Avant Training Centre.