Job Description
About The Role
Key duties include but not limited to:
- Support development of Academy Players.
- To be available for all internal CPD and keep relevant FA qualifications up to date.
Support the needs of the lead Coach and assist in training sessions and games when instructed. - Maintains 95% attendance throughout the season.
- Confirms attendance from every training session and match on ’Spond.
- Such other duties as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post and to assist the Lead Coach.
About The Candidate
Qualifications
Working towards UEFA B Qualification.
Hold an up to date FA Safeguarding children qualification.
Hold the FA Emergency First Aid Level 1 qualification (IFAiF) within the last 3 years.
Skills
Knowledgeable and fluent in coaching the technical and tactical Academy Principles of play in the small-sided games format including 5v5, 7v7 and 9v9 & 11v11 (Phase dependent).
Ability to liaise empathetically and effectively with young players, parents, scouts & coaches.
A clear understanding of the standards of behaviour and codes of conduct required within the Academy.
A professional “can do” attitude with strong organisational and administrative skills.
A desire to seek solutions,
A genuine team player.
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.
About Swindon Town FC