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U15-U16 Lead Phase Coach

Barnsley Football Club

London

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 40,000

Full time

Yesterday

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Job summary

Barnsley Football Club seeks a dedicated U15-U16 Academy Coach to lead the technical delivery of training and games. The ideal candidate will have a UEFA A Licence and experience coaching elite players, ensuring the development of young talent in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include overseeing the Academy Training Programme and collaborating with staff to enhance player progression.

Qualifications

Experience of coaching elite players across all phases.
Advanced DBS check required.
Full UK Driving Licence necessary.

Responsibilities

Oversee implementation of coaching methodology for U15-U16 age groups.
Design and deliver coaching curriculums.
Lead technical delivery of training and games.

Skills

Coaching elite players

IT skills

Organisational skills

Empathy

Education

UEFA A Licence

FA Advanced Youth Award

Current FA Safeguarding Certificate

FA EFAiF Certificate

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Kit Man Labs

To oversee the implementation and delivery of the Club’s game model and coaching methodology across the U15-U16 age groups
To lead on the technical delivery of all training and games for the U15-U16 age groups
To lead and co-ordinate on all aspects of the Academy Training Programme for staff and players in the U15-U16 programme

Role Accountabilities & Key Duties

To oversee the implementation of the Club’s game model and coaching methodology across the U15-U16 age groups.
To support the Methodology Manager (Academy) in the development and monitoring of the Club’s game model and coaching methodology in the U15-U16 age groups.
To work alongside the Methodology Manager (Academy) in designing and delivering age-appropriate coaching curriculums for U15-U16 players.
To lead on the technical delivery of all training and games for the U15-U16 age groups.
To drive technical development across; group sessions, individual coaching, and video analysis.
To create and deliver Individual Development Plans (IDP’s) for every player within the U15-U16 age groups.
To enter all coaching sessions, fixtures/game time, game plan reports, learning objectives and development reports, and other necessary work as required, on Kit Man Labs and other Club systems.
To support the Methodology Manager (Academy) in delivering Development Action Plans (DAPs) for U15-U16 coaches.
To observe U12-U14 sessions and fixtures to ensure that staff are supported with delivery methods.
To work with the Methodology Manager (Academy) on the design and delivery of Academy learning and development events
To design and manage the Pathway Plans for all U15-U16 academy players.
To regularly observe and coach U13 and U14 games to be able to make informed suggestions on the progression of players in the pathway.
To support the delivery of review meetings with players & parents/carers in line with EPPP requirements.
To monitor & manage the data entry of U15-U16 coaching staff.
To provide line-management and mentoring support to all U15-U16 coaches
To conduct performance appraisals for direct reports
To promote a culture of innovation across the Coaching Department, ensuring that regular research is conducted into new ways of working.
To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role.
To deliver all other duties that may arise from time to time and fall within the scope of this position.
To have or develop an impeccable knowledge of safeguarding best practice to include a deep understanding of safeguarding children’s regulations, including legislation & governing body rules.
To ensure that any safeguarding or welfare concerns are reporting efficiently.
To comply with all company policies/procedures and adhere to all company regulations regarding policies, procedures, health, safety, and security.

About The Candidate

Qualifications

UEFA A Licence.
FA Advanced Youth Award
Advanced DBS check.
Current FA Safeguarding Certificate
FA EFAiF Certificate
Full UK Driving Licence

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience of coaching elite players across all phases
IT skills to include a very high level of competence using Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint & Kit Man Labs.
Good overall level of numeracy and literacy
Ability to liaise empathetically and effectively with young players, parents, scouts, coaches and Club senior managers.
A professional “can do” attitude with strong organisational and administrative skills.
A genuine team player
Empathy with young people and their challenges

Personal Qualities

A hardworking and enthusiastic individual.
Takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work.
Demonstrates enthusiasm and is personally committed to achieving agreed objectives
Is receptive to feedback about own behaviour, strengths and areas for improvement.
Displays a high level of confidentiality

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