Foundation Phase Coach

Stockport County FC; Stockport; On-site; GBP 4,300 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

SCFC retail discount

Ticket discounts

Perkbox access

Professional development

Dynamic team

Historic club

Job summary

Stockport County Football Club is seeking an enthusiastic Coach to join our Academy team. The role involves designing and delivering training sessions within the Academy coaching framework, working 8 hours per week (4 Training and 4 Matchday).

The successful candidate will plan and deliver sessions, develop players to reach their maximum potential, and work with a team of coaches to uphold the Academy's high standards within the Foundation Phase.

Qualifications

• UEFA B licence and FA Youth Award.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and IT skills.
• Experience in an Academy, Foundation Phase preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver training sessions aligned with the curriculum.
• Develop players to reach their maximum potential.
• Work with coaches to maintain Academy standards.
• Represent the club's culture and values positively.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

UEFA B licence

FA Youth Award

Tools

Performance analysis software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiasticCoachto join ourAcademyteam. The postholder is responsible for designing and delivering training sessions within the structure of the Academy coaching framework. Working 8 hours per week (4 Training and 4 Matchday)

Key Responsibilities

• Show professionalism and desire to develop players in line with the coaching philosophy of the club.
• Plan and deliver training sessions in alignment with the curriculum.
• Develop individual players to allow them the opportunity to reach their maximum potential.
• Work well with a team of coaches within the Foundation Phase to ensure that the high standards of the Academy are met.
• Continuously represent the clubs culture and values to promote a positive environment for players and staff.

Essential

• UEFA B licence & FA Youth Award
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to use a variety of communication tools (verbal, written, digital)
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• IT skills to include the ability to use performance analysis software and Microsoft office.
• Experience working within an Academy, desirably within the Foundation Phase age groups.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discount on SCFC retail products
• Discount of SCFC season or match by match tickets
• Access to online discount system perk box
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Be part of a dynamic and exciting team
• The chance to contribute to the success of a historic football club

Stockport County Promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Safeguarding:Safeguarding at Stockport County Football Club is everyone's responsibility and we strive to ensure it is the golden thread through all the work we do.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding children, young people and adults who engage in any club activities, all posts (including interns and volunteers) are subject to relevant background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. This includes appropriate references, DBS and right to work checks.

Stockport County Football Club is committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles, we welcome your application regardless of your background. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.