Lead Professional Development Phase Coach

• A strong background in an Academy setting, with experience of developing young players in an elite environment.
• A great communicator who is personable and approachable. You will be able to build and maintain relationships with players, parents and coaches with a collaborative approach to work.
• Extremely organised and methodical, able to work to tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and able to adapt to changing circumstances.

• Able to ensure the highest standards are met to ensure positive behaviours, accuracy and

You will have significant experience within an elite sporting environment, particularly in relation to young athlete development, and always prioritise their development through the creation of a positive environment that nurtures our individual talent in order to successfully transition players from the Youth Development Phase into the U18 squad and on to our U21 squad. This role will work closely with our Head of Academy Coaching to implement ways to develop and improve the program within the club's framework including session design, new ideas, systems of playing, player led sessions and off field experiences.

With a professional and attentive approach you’ll ensure players needs are met, proactively planning for every eventuality. The role will ensure that the Club adheres to its EPPP obligations, ensuring that the coaching programme operates with a high degree of  integrity and professionalism. The role will be key in taking the Academy to the next level, focusing on creating a first-class player experience and setting high standards across every element of a players journey.

We want to develop our Academy players as professional footballers, so it is also of vital importance that our U18’s coach recognises the significance of maximising player potential off the pitch as well as on it; a consideration of the player’s education and welfare is therefore paramount, alongside the successful candidate having the ability to build positive relationships with players, parents, and other internal stakeholders including other coaches, education and welfare staff, and management.

You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of behaviour and coaching practice are in place, and ensure that you adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures to create a positive and proactive safeguarding culture which gives players a safe and exciting experience.

The role requires a high degree of flexibility throughout the week to support our busy training and match schedules. You will be required to work every match day including away games and as such you should be prepared to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis. Flexibility is key due to training and matches potentially changing at short notice.

You will need a full, clean driving licence.  You may also be required to drive the Academy mini bus to different sites.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Salford City Football Club actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI). It is extremely important to us and we strive to ensure that everyone who wishes to be involved in the Club whether as employees, players, fans (home and away), Board Members, or anyone involved with the Club’s activities (for example, suppliers, corporate partners) has genuine opportunities to participate.

This is regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation. We aim to create an environment where everyone’s rights, dignity and individual worth are respected, and in particular that they are able to enjoy themselves at the Club without the threat of intimidation, victimisation, harassment, bullying or abuse.

We respect what each individual brings to our team and Club, no matter who they are or what their experiences may be. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone suitably qualified. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk who engage in our activities.  We recognise that we have a responsibility to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable groups and we have policies and procedures in place which all of our staff are trained in and are expected to adhere to as part of their employment. An offer of employment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory DBS check (depending on the role); satisfactory references; and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.