YDP Lead Assistant’ in Cardiff - EFL (English Football League)

Cardiff City Academy is an integral part of the Club’s vision. A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Cardiff City Academy Coaching Department in a full-time capacity. This role will assist the lead youth development phase coach (12-16yrs) in coordinating person and player development activities within this phase. Particular responsibility for individualised development and day release planning will be a key feature of this role.

The successful candidate will work within our Youth Development phase and will carry team based coaching responsibilities.
To be directly responsible to the Academy Manager and Head of Coaching for all matters relating to the organisation and direction of the U12-U16 programme within the Football Academy, with the objective of nurturing outstanding young players to develop into the Club’s scholarship programme.
To support and where required direct aspects of the Youth Development programme in liaison with the Lead YDP Coach, Academy Manager and Head of Coaching.
Ensure full compliance with all rules and regulations set by the Football Association, Football League/Premier League and Football Association of Wales.
To deliver a structured and age-specific coaching syllabus in conjunction with the Academy’s Blueprint.
Ensure that all players receive appropriate feedback on their development and progress from matches and training in line with the Academy Review Cycle.
Promote a safe learning environment where individual growth is central in all decision making.
To organise and support regular (every 6 weeks) player reviews, to include a minimum of two opportunities per season for parent(s)/guardian(s) to discuss the development of their son.
Ensure that all coaching staff within the YDP are recording and evaluating practice on the Football Intelligence Platform on a weekly basis.
To support and where required lead the co-ordination of a structured day-release training programme for all U12-U14 players to meet the required criteria in accordance with Football League/Premier League guidelines.
Establish effective liaison with other Clubs and Leagues.
Assist in the development of a vibrant Academy programme and liaise with the Academy Manager on key developmental issues.
Ensure in co-operation with the Academy coaches that a vibrant coaching programme is delivered to cater for every player’s individual and team needs.
Liaise closely with the Academy Head of Medical; Academy Sport Science Lead and associated personnel on the Detection, Treatment and Rehabilitation of all players aged 12-16 within the schoolboy programme.
To manage and direct support staff and part-time coaches in the Youth Development Phase in conjunction with Lead YDP Coach, Head of Academy Coaching and Academy Manager
To always adhere to Academy policies and procedures regarding welfare of minors, always ensuring compliance when dealing with players under the age of 18 years old.
To comply with terms of reference applicable to all staff as detailed in the Cardiff City FC Employee Handbook.

To undertake any other duties as directed by the Academy Manager

	Essential	Desirable
Qualifications	BSc (Hons) Degree in related subject or equivalent experience Valid UEFA A Licence FA Youth Award (or working towards) Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF) or Equivalent Valid Enhanced Level DBS Certificate FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate	FA Advanced Youth Award Masters Degree in a related subject
Experience	Experience working in a professional football academy for a minimum of 2 years (FT) or PT equivalent Experience of working with young players of high potential	Experience working with International age grade players Experience in a Lead role an a professional football Academy
Knowledge	Organised in planning, preparation and execution of a coaching blueprint syllabus. Demonstrable competency in effective reviewing of coaching sessions and fixtures that add variety to games provision. Ability to deliver information to players and staff through a variety of means on and off the field that engages learners.	Ability to work across multiple functions of Performance Management Tools. Functional IT skills in relevant software (Microsoft Office, Football Intelligence Platform, SportsCode)
Skills	Engagement is a primary focus of our coaching strategy. Developing active learning through purposeful engagement of young players is an essential requirement. Adaptability to be effective in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills in a variety of settings. Ability to work as part of a broader multidisciplinary team. Open-minded approach to adopting best-practice and current research-backed principles.	Self-awareness and reflective skills as part of a professional development process.
Attitude	Able to demonstrate and represent our academy values of Honesty, Humility, Hard-Work and Happiness. A person who embraces our ‘we not me’ culture and ethic

Equality Statement

Cardiff City Football Club promotes equal opportunities in employment we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

Safer Recruitment Policy

Cardiff City Football Club operates a ‘safer recruitment policy’ and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appropriate reference checks and Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks form a significant part of this recruitment process.

YDP Lead Assistant’

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