Forest Green Rovers Football Club
Lead Youth Phase Coach
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About The Role
Responsible for the day to day management of the relevant academy phase
- Work with phase coaches to plan, deliver and evaluate sessions in accordance with the FGRFC Academy coaching philosophy and curriculum
- Create and deliver age, phase and individually appropriate training programme
- Be proactive in the creation and delivery of a U15/16's game programme
- Co-ordinate MDT support for both training and matchdays
- Link player performance reviews to the learning outcomes of the academy coaching programme and present these during player/parent review meetings as per club guidelines
- Assist in the identification and recruitment for players within the phase
- Support PDP when staff away on CPD opportunities
Working 40 hours per week
About You
- UEFA B Licence
- Understanding of the academy audit process and PMA systems
- Ability to work under pressure
- Enhance DBS clearance
- BFAS/EFAiF Level 2
- FA Safeguarding
Desirable
- UEFA A Licence
- FA Youth Award
- Analysis Experience
- Mini Bus Licence
- Experience of working within a professional football academy
About Us
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring that all are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.
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FGR are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment fully. And as an organisation we are committed to supporting staff development in this area. Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world.
Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We’re on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond. Established in 1889, we’re also one of the oldest football clubs in the world. That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase. Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought.
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What's in it for you...
- Healthcare plan, life assurance and generous pension contribution
- Volunteering day
- Hybrid working
- Various company discounts (including shops, days out and events)
- Holiday of 25 days (plus bank holidays) & ability to buy/sell days
- Cycle to work scheme, car pooling and onsite parking available
As a valued member of the team you will be supporting the Group Environmental policy and its associated targets to make the Green Britain Group net carbon neutral by 2025.
Flexibility statement
The fast moving nature of the company's business means that from time to time you may be asked to perform duties or tasks outside of your original job description on an ad hoc basis. This allows the company to use its people in the best possible way at all times and helps the employees to make their contribution in a changing environment.
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