Part-Time Academy Coach

Job title:

Part-time Academy Coach

Department:

Academy Coaching

Based at:

Blackburn Rovers Academy, BB6 8BA. Flexibility regarding location is required.

Reports to:

Head of Coaching and Senior Phase Coach

Responsible for:

N/A

Hours of work:

A minimum of 12 hours per week over 44 weeks per calendar year, plus any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This will include regular evening and weekend work.

Contractual status:

Permanent

1. Job purpose:

To nurture and develop young football talents within the academy, ensuring they

receive comprehensive training that encompasses technical skills, tactical

understanding, physical conditioning, and psychological resilience. This role is

pivotal in creating a supportive and stimulating environment where young players

can thrive, both on and off the pitch, aligning with the academy's commitment to

excellence and the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP). The coach will play a

crucial role in shaping the future of the players, fostering a love for the game, and

instilling our club motto of “Through Skill & Hard Work”.

2. Duties and responsibilities:

• To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all staff, players and stakeholders of the Club;
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality coaching sessions tailored to the needs of Academy players;
• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages player growth and enjoyment of the game;
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all players during training sessions and
• matches;
• Provide regular feedback to players and parents on progress and areas for
• improvement;
• Maintain accurate records of player attendance, performance, and development;
• Collaborate with other coaches and academy staff to ensure a cohesive approach to player development;
• Attend regular coaching meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of the academy's coaching programme;
• Stay updated with the latest coaching methodologies and best practices in youth football;
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities provided by the
• academy; and
• Any other duties as reasonably required for the performance of duties.

3. Skills required:

• Ability to work independently;
• Good communication skills;
• Good level of analytical skills;
• ·• Competent use of online performance management systems;
• Ability to solve problems;
• Be innovative in thinking;
• Ability to organise, plan and evaluate effectively;
• Passionate about youth football and player development;
• Ability to inspire and motivate young players;
• Organised, reliable, and professional in all aspects of work; and
• Positive role model with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

4. Qualifications required:

• UEFA B Licence (essential);
• FA Youth Award (essential);
• Advanced Youth Award (desirable/working towards);
• FA Safeguarding; and
• EFAiF

DBS check required:

Yes (Enhanced)