Part Time Junior Academy Coach

Barnsley Football Club; Colchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused football club in Colchester is seeking part-time academy coaches to join their progressive Category 2 Academy. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-level coaching sessions, matchday duties, and individual learning plans for players aged 9-14. The club fosters a diverse and inclusive environment and is committed to safeguarding. Candidates should be prepared to contribute to the development of young talent while maintaining high standards within the academy framework.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience with junior players preferred.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of high-level coaching sessions for Junior Academy players.
• Delivery of matchday duties for Junior Academy matchdays.
• Assist on Individual Learning Plans for the Junior Academy players.
• Input on MDT within the Junior Academy programme.
• Input on the retain and release process for Junior Academy players.
• Ensure Kitman Labs and other player records are kept up to date for Junior Academy players.
• Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.

Skills

Coaching delivery

Matchday duties

Individual Learning Plans

Safeguarding

Job description

Colchester United Football Club are seeking a number of part time academy coaches to work within our exciting and progressive Category 2 Academy. The role will develop players in the Junior Academy age groups 9s-14s, to ensure continual individual player development and ensure our coaching programme follows the Academy Performance Plan (APP.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery of high‑level coaching sessions for Junior Academy players.
• Delivery of matchday duties for Junior Academy matchdays.
• Assist on Individual Leaning Plans for the Junior Academy players.
• Input on MDT within the Junior Academy programme.
• Input on the retain and release process for Junior Academy players
• Ensure Kitman Labs and other player records are kept up to date for Junior Academy players.
• Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.

About The Club

All staff must be aware of all safeguarding and equity and diversity issues, along with all academy and club policies, rules and regulations. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.