Job Description
About The Role
Role Accountabilities & Key Duties
- To lead on the coaching sessions for the U16 age group.
- To plan, prepare and evaluate coaching sessions in line with the Coaching methodology programme.
- To communicate and plan with the Lead Phase Coaches and Player Specific Coaches to ensure players’ individual learning plans are met within the programme.
- To enter all coaching sessions, fixtures, learning objectives, development reports, and other necessary work as required on the FIP within the required times scales.
- To lead and manage the U16 age group on match-days as necessary.
- To provide a point of liaison for the relevant age group parents/guardians.
- To be available for all internal in-service & CPD events.
- To report to the Lead Phase Coaches and Methodology Manager (Academy) when appropriate.
- To attend all coaching meetings and other Academy meetings as necessary.
- To assist with the delivery of the Academy review process for Academy players & parents/guardians.
- To report any welfare concerns on players to the Club’s Safeguarding Manager.
- To report any injury concerns on players to Medical Staff.
- To report any educational concerns on players to the Education Manager (Academy).
- To be responsible for the kit & equipment of the relevant age group.
- To develop a sound working knowledge of safeguarding children’s regulations, including legislation & governing body rules.
- To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role.
- Participate in the appraisal process.
- Comply with all company policies/procedures. Adhere to all company regulations regarding policies, procedures, health, safety and security.
- All other duties that may arise from time to time and fall within the scope of this position.
About The Candidate
Qualifications
- UEFA B Licence
- FA Youth Award
- FA EFAiF Certificate
- FA Safeguarding Certificate
- Enhanced DBS Check
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
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Experience of coaching elite players, preferably within the Foundation Phase
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Valid full UK driver’s licence (desirable)
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IT skills to include a very high level of competence using Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint skills
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Good overall level of numeracy and literacy.
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Ability to liaise empathetically and effectively with young players, parents, scouts and Club senior managers
Attitude/Behaviours
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A professional “can do” attitude with strong organisational and administrative skills
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A genuine team player
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Empathy with young people and their challenges
Personal Qualities
- A hardworking and enthusiastic individual
- Excellent communication skills
- 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
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Loyal and committed
About Queens Park Rangers Football & Athletic Club Ltd
EFL Championship Football Club