u9 - u16 Academy Coach

Provide high standard coaching to a respective age group, educating them in the in line with the MTFC Academy philosophy and MTFC Coach Competency Framework as outlined in the Academy Performance Plan 

To ensure that all Academy players adhere the MTFC Values and show a high level of Respect and Discipline. 

To adhere to the Coaches Code of Conduct. 

To assist players to set individual short-term and long-term goals and to create Individual Learning Plans for all players 

To maintain all coaching and games program records on the PMA for each session throughout the season. 

To complete player progress reports on the IP 

Attend parents evening sessions throughout the season for each individual player  

To develop and maintain a professional relationship with the parents of youngsters in the programme. 

Complete CPD (Continuous Professional Development) to maintain coaching qualifications. 

To work with Head of Coaching in the completion of a personal Coach Development Plan in line with the MTFC Coach Competency Framework 

To identify players available each weekend for matches and communicate any additional player requirements 

To attend coach in service days as instructed by Academy Manager/Head of Academy Operations/Head of Coaching. 

To support the development of young players in a healthy lifestyle, diet, drug awareness, education.  

To take responsibility for the care and maintenance of all age group training equipment and playing kit.  

To attend Coaches Meetings or additional training nights as instructed by the Academy Manager/Head of Academy Operations/Head of Coaching.  

To assess trialists at both training and games and feedback to Head of Academy Recruitment. 

To assist with sport science input where required at training sessions. 

To attend tournaments and trips when requested by the club.  

To abide by all club policies including (but not exclusive to) Safeguarding, EDI and Health & Safety