Essential Qualifications:
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Sports Development, Education, Social Work, Psychology, Youth Work, Welfare or a related field.
• FA Safeguarding Children Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Enhanced DBS Check.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
Experience:
• Experience working in player care, welfare, education, safeguarding or youth development within elite sport.
• Experience working with young people aged 8-20 in a developmental environment.
• Experience of developing and delivering personal development and wellbeing programmes.
• Experience of working collaboratively with parents, schools and external agencies.
• Understanding of safeguarding processes and welfare support systems.
Knowledge:
• Detailed understanding of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP).
• Knowledge of Premier League, EFL and FA Youth Development regulations.
• Understanding of safeguarding legislation and best practice.
• Knowledge of player wellbeing, mental health and holistic development principles.
• Understanding of Academy football environments and talent development pathways.
Skills and Behaviours:
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with players, staff and families.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Commitment to safeguarding, welfare and inclusion.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.