Company Name:
Blackburn Rovers
Location:
Blackburn
Vacancy Type:
Permanent
Position:
Academy Non-Coaching
Advertising End Date:
27 Nov 2025

About The Role

Job title:

Lead Academy Analyst – Youth Development Phase

Department:

Performance Analysis

Based at:

BRFC Academy, BB6 8BA. However, flexibility regarding location may be required.

Reports to:

Head of Academy Performance Analysis

Responsible for:

Academy Performance Analyst Interns (YDP)

Hours of work:

A minimum of 37.5 hours per week and any additional hours necessary for the performance of duties. This may include evening and weekend work.

Contractual status:

Permanent

1. Job purpose:

To lead and deliver performance analysis support for the Youth Development Phase (U13–U16), ensuring alignment with the Academy Performance Plan (APP). The role focuses on providing high-quality video and data analysis to enhance player development, coach support, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

2. Duties and responsibilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Performance Analysis Delivery

  • Plan and deliver pre-match, in-match, and post-match analysis for U13–U16 teams.
  • Capture, code, and upload match and training footage to designated platforms (e.g., Hudl).
  • Provide individual and team feedback through video sessions and data insights.
  • Support coaches in creating Development Action Plans (DAPs) for players.

    Data & Technology Integration

  • Use analysis tools (SportsCode, Hudl, Wyscout, Coach Paint) to provide objective insights.
  • Maintain performance databases and dashboards for Youth Development Phase players.
  • Ensure compliance with EPPP and audit requirements.

    Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with coaches, sports science, and recruitment teams to integrate analysis into player development programmes.
  • Contribute to interdisciplinary meetings and player reviews.

    Player & Staff Development

  • Deliver age-appropriate learning interventions and feedback sessions.
  • Support coach education through analysis resources and workshops.

    Safeguarding & Welfare

  • To be committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all staff, customers and clients of the Club.
  • Embed safeguarding principles in all analysis practices.
  • Ensure confidentiality and psychological safety during feedback processes.

3. Skills required:

  • Strong video and data analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • High attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in SportsCode (essential), Hudl, Wyscout, Coach Paint (desirable).
  • Competence in Microsoft Office and video capture equipment.

4. Knowledge required:

  • Understanding of football tactics and technical development for U13–U16 age groups.
  • Familiarity with EPPP requirements and Academy audit processes.
  • Awareness of holistic player development frameworks.
  • Understanding of safeguarding protocols.

About The Candidate

5. Qualifications required:

  • Relevant undergraduate degree (or equivalent) (e.g., Sports Science, Coaching, Performance Analysis)
  • UEFA C Licence (or working towards)
  • MSc in Performance Analysis or related field (desirable)
  • UEFA B Licence (desirable)

DBS check required:

Yes (enhanced)


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