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Vacancy: B Team Performance Analyst Performance Analysis

Reports to: Head of Analysis
Location: Jersey Road
Salary: £21,000 per annum

Background

Brentford Football Club is a professional football club based in the London Borough of Hounslow, that currently plays in the English Football League Championship. The Club was founded in 1889 and has called Griffin Park its home since 1904. 2020 represents the start of a new era for Brentford, with the Club moving to a new, 17,250-seater stadium with outstanding facilities for fans, broadcasters, corporates and the community. The new stadium, open for the start of the 2020/21 season, is the cornerstone of a longer-term vision that aims to see Brentford FC reach the Premier League on the field and ensure that the Club is sustainably run off the field.

Situated next to the M4, the new Brentford Stadium is located a mile from Griffin Park and is at the centre of the Brentford East redevelopment scheme, which includes the construction of more than 900 new homes, a new purpose-built location for Brentford FC Community Sports Trust, and a public square with shops and cafés. Brentford FC plays a very active role in its local community.

The Club is a four-time winner of the EFL Community Club of the Year Award and is the only professional football club in the UK with a Business in the Community and Community Mark Award. In total, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust delivers more than £13 million of social benefit to the West London area.

The Role of the B Team Performance Analyst

Brentford Football Club is looking to add to their performance analysis department with a B Team analyst to work primarily with the B Team squad and coaching staff. The role will be suited to an applicant who can demonstrate a strong football knowledge and who is looking to start their career. The successful candidate will receive training, support and professional development throughout the season from the head of analysis and first team analyst. This is a great opportunity for the right applicant to join an ambitious club and develop their skills within performance analysis.

Main Accountabilities

• Film, code and produce reports for all B team fixtures in line with the club’s style of play
• Film and analyse training when required
• Produce opposition analysis where available
• Debrief games on a team and individual level with video to coaching staff and players
• Maintain a statistical database on style of play variables
• Manage B team Sports Office website
• Daily performance scoring
• Keep a seasonal database for comparison
• 6 week player reviews
• Individual/ elite analysis
• Create information videos for training topics
• Organise and database style of play clips
• Monitor loan players
• Help and assist with recruitment of players
• Produce monthly reports
• Complete any other tasks as requested by the clubs Coaching Staff, Head of Analysis and 1st Team Analyst

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDRP and PECR)
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times

Key Internal Relationships

• Head of Analysis
• 1st Team Performance Analyst
• All B team coaching staff

Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics

• Ability to communicate clearly through written and verbal work
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines
• Ability to work unsociable hours as required involving work outside normal office hours, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
• Must be able to travel abroad for games schedule
• Person Specification - Desirable Characteristics
• Previous experience of working in a sporting environment
• MSc in Performance Analysis
• Experience of using telestration tools to annotate video

How to apply

All applicants please send your CV and Cover Letter to recruitment@brentfordfc.com. 

Vacancy: Senior Technical Support Engineer

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Full Time Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 per annum depending on experience
Location: Bodymoor Health Training Ground

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technical Support Engineer within our IT Team based at Bodymoor Health Training Ground. The role covers all areas of IT services across multiple sites including matchday support and work out of hours and weekends.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working in a busy helpdesk/support environment and managing support tickets. You will also have excellent communication skills and be helpful and patient when dealing with end users and have direct daily interaction with members of staff from all areas of the Club in a highly professional and consistent manner.

For further information please see the attached Role Profile here.

How to apply

As part of your application, please ensure you upload your CV and Cover Letter in a PDF format.

For further information and to apply please click here.

Aston Villa Football Club is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment.

Aston Villa Football Club celebrates the diversity of its Club and its supporters. As part of this, Aston Villa Football Club is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Vacancy: Community Activation Officer (Project Officer)

Salary: Dependant on qualification and experience (minimum LLW)
Contract/ Hours: Part-time, fixed-term (initially 12 months)
Location: Various locations in East London and Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and driven individual to work within our Community Sports team working in partnership with Essex Cricket. 

• To work on increasing the levels of activation with women and girls in East London
• To work in developing partnerships that increase the activity levels in women and girls
• To work on developing leadership and training opportunities for women and girls
• To develop informal learning opportunities working with local partners and stakeholders

Main Responsibilities

• The role of the officer will be to plan, lead and deliver sessions, and collect all required statistics and monitoring/evaluation information.  They will also be required to complete risk assessments, report incidents/accidents using the appropriate systems, plus ensure all equipment is in good working order and report to the Foundation any equipment that needs attention.
• Delivery of coaching of sessions as directed 
• Completion of monitoring and evaluation of sessions that are undertaken
• To oversee the setting up of Schools and Women softball and football competitions
• To work with education to increase the activity within a range of settings
• To engage more women into volunteering and leadership roles
• To support the development of hubs, clubs and leagues in East London
• To develop activation multi sports hubs in East London
• To develop opportunities for the development of workforce to inspire and sustain women and girls activation.
• To increase the following of women’s sport

Safeguarding:

Staff must evidence a commitment  to the safety and welfare of  children, young people  and  adults at risk regardless of their age, gender, language, religion, ethnic background or sexual identity and ensure the safety and protection of all children, young people and adults at risk taking part in any activity arranged by or in the name of the Club.

It is a requirement for staff to follow the Club’s Safeguarding reporting procedures to report without delay, allegations of abuse, poor practice or which is or may, impact on the welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk.   After contacting and taking guidance from the Safeguarding Team, staff must use the Club’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS ) to record the concern within 24 hours unless directed to do otherwise.

Equal Opportunities

1. To ensure that all departments are provided within an anti-discriminatory framework and take account of such issues as race, gender, sexuality, disability, religion and age.

2.  To carry out work in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity for both staff and clients

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: -

Essential (E) Desirable (D)

Education, Qualifications, Experience

• FA Football Coaching Qualification Level 1 or above (E)
• FA Youth Module 1, 2, 3 (E)
• FA Youth Award  (D)
• FA Emergency First Aid Certificate (E)
• FA Safeguarding Children Certificate (E)
• Cricket Foundation Level 1 (D)
• Over 18 months of experience of working with young people (D)
• Over 18 months experience of managing groups of young people (D)

Abilities, Skills, Knowledge

• Must be experienced and able to demonstrate an understanding of coaching mixed abilities including across a range of ages, including participants with disabilities (E)
• Must have strong knowledge and experience of working with young people with disabilities (E)
• Must have strong ‘Youth Work’ knowledge and experience (E)
• Demonstrate a good understanding of how to engage and connect with young people, interested in sports. (E)
• Experience of running tournaments and other sporting events (E)
• Must have experience of delivering a range of other sports and other physical activities or able to assist in such (E)
• Must be happy to work across evenings and weekends as well as during weekdays. (E)
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication / presentation skills, which are culturally competent. (E)
• ICT Literate  (E)
• Able to work within a diverse community and draw on individual strengths to promote individual development (E)
• Able to communicate with participants and the public. (E)
• Good organisational skills, able to prioritise and work within deadlines (E)
• Commitment to develop and improve own performance and CPD (E)
• Ability to work independently and supervise if required. (E)
• Strong commitment to quality service delivery (E)
• Ability to get on with a wide range of people (E)
• Ability to monitor and evaluate programme delivery (E)

How to apply

Please apply through our recruitment site here https://www.whufc.com/club/recruitment/vacancies  by Friday 13 November 2020. Due to a high number of expected applicants, only those successful will be contacted.

We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our creativity and delivers the best commercial performance. We are, therefore seeking applications from high quality people, whose backgrounds, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our company.

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of our staff.

We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment and have been accredited with the being Disability Confident Leader.   We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.Please apply through our recruitment site at https://www.whufc.com/club/recruitment/vacancies   by Friday 13th November 2020. Due to a high number of expected applicants, only those successful will be contacted

Vacancy: Assistant Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist

Leicester City Football Club are looking to fill the position of Assistant Physiotherapist/Sports Therapist for LCFC Women, working across the whole player pathway.

About The Role

The key duties will be to fulfil the role of a chartered physiotherapist or sports therapist in the assessment, diagnosis and rehabilitation of all injuries and to drive the development of evidence-based protocols for all areas of physiotherapy or sports therapy within LCFC Women.  

The successful candidate will also be able to assist in the delivery and development of world class clinical practice within the LCFC Women first team, reserve team and academy teams.

You will be able to monitor and react to the evolving world of sports medicine, keeping up to date with all current research developments and changes in professional regulations and you will ensure the latest clinical, scientific and technical innovations for practice are incorporated into maintaining the highest level of care.

You will ensure that medical practices are aligned with the wider Club, working in collaboration with other medical teams. 

Who We’re Looking For 

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Excellent clinical reasoning and treatment skills
• Excellent understanding of the principles and delivery of injury prevention programmes and protocols and in the understanding and delivery of rehabilitative medicine
• Ability to lead group sessions and deliver gym and pitch-based programmes to groups and individuals
• An excellent understanding of the principles of human performance and how they relate to clinical sports medicine
• Ability to develop productive relationships within the department, Football Club and with relevant individuals within the wider sports medicine community
• Able to work to establish the role in a new team within the Club, you will have the ability to work in a fast moving environment, managing change and embedding new ways of working
• An adaptable, practical, flexible and innovative approach to work will be important
• Willing to support and promote the Club and football philosophy

and have significant experience in:

• Working in an elite high-performance setting and working in an interdisciplinary sports science and medicine team
• The delivery of injury diagnosis, treatment and prevention strategies within a sporting environment
• Maintaining detailed records for all activities in the department in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Assisting in the the implementation of the departmental injury prevention protocols through assessment, analysis, delivery and auditing of collected data

About LCFC Women

LCFC Women competes in the FA Women’s Championship – the second tier of the women’s game behind the FA Women’s Super League.

From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club.

In August 2020, the Club turned professional after being acquired by King Power International – Leicester City’s parent company – and realigned as a core team in Leicester City’s football operation.

The Club plays its home matches at Farley Way Stadium in Quorn, Leicestershire.

Benefits Package 

LCFC Women offers a competitive salary and pension scheme.

Contract Type – 6 months fixed-term

Hours Per Week – 37.5 as per training schedule and match programme

Conditions Of The Role

Flexibility with working hours required to meet demands of the role

This role is regarded as a ‘Regulated Activity’ and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Leicester City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identify or expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. 

Leicester City Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, you may be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and prior to taking up any role.

A detailed job description can be found here.

How to apply

If you feel you have the qualities and experience we are looking for please apply by sending your CV, along with a covering letter, by email to recruitment@lcfc.co.uk.

Due to the urgency of filling this vacancy, suitable candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply, the role will be closed as soon as a suitable candidate has been sourced.

Vacancy: Casual Grassroots Academy Scout - West, North West and North London

Norwich City Football Club is looking to recruit a Scout on a casual basis to watch grassroots football in West London, North West London and North London and surrounding areas for players aged U13-U16 years. Due to the ad hoc nature of the role the candidate will need to be based in, or close to West London, North West London and North London.

The role will involve attending grassroots games Saturday and Sunday mornings and completing comprehensive reports on the players involved to help identify players for Norwich City.

The Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) is a long-term plan introduced by the Premier League to promote the development of a world leading Academy system. It aims to deliver an environment that promotes excellence, nurtures talent and systematically converts this talent into professional players capable of playing First Team football at the Club that develops them.

Within the plan professional Clubs are awarded a categorisation for their Academy, depending on their ability to fulfil the criteria outlined above. Our Academy has been awarded the highest possible status (Category One).

Scouts are required to assist with Scouting and Recruitment providing a systematic coverage of local Football in order to identify realistic recruitment targets for the Academy at Norwich City Football Club.

Successful applicants will be paid an hourly rate which will be systematically reviewed so that high achievers are offered higher remuneration and more games to watch.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years scouting experience.

The following criteria are essential:

• Knowledge of local football
• Experience or a background in scouting
• Self-motivated and committed
• A strategic planner, organiser and co-ordinator
• Confident with the ability to work individually and as part of a successful team
• A ‘people person’ with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate
• Able to drive

Required licence or certification:

• Full driving license

Norwich City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the workplace. Please be aware that a criminal disclosure and identity check will be carried out for this post. Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV with a covering letter to vacancies@canaries.co.uk.

Vacancy: PFA Charity Trustees

About the PFA Charity and the PFA

The PFA Charity supports young, professional and former footballers in important areas such as Education, Coaching, Community, Equalities and Wellbeing. The PFA Charity has over £63.5m in Total Charity Funds and last year alone spent nearly £23m on Charitable Activities. The PFA Charity is therefore in a position to effect significant change in the lives of beneficiaries.

One of the most important supporters of the PFA Charity is the PFA itself, which is the trade union that represents the interests of current and former professional football players.

To reflect this relationship, the Management Committee of the PFA now seeks to nominate two trustees to the board of trustees of the PFA Charity (“Nominated Trustees”).  The Nominated Trustees play a vital role in acting as a link between the leadership of the PFA and the PFA Charity, while ensuring that the PFA Charity fulfils its duty to its beneficiaries through its charitable activities.

Role Description

We expect the Nominated Trustees to contribute actively to the PFA Charity Board in giving strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.  We also expect the Nominated Trustees, together with the other trustees of the PFA Charity, to ensure that the PFA Charity pursues efficiently and effectively the objectives of the PFA Charity.  This includes being responsible for the performance of the PFA Charity while ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.  The trustees of the PFA Charity act as careful guardians of the PFA Charity’s property and funds, taking all care over their proper maintenance and deployment.

Your Qualities

It is essential that you have a clear understanding of the duties of trustees, a commitment to the PFA Charity’s objects, aims and values, and a demonstrated willingness to devote time to carry out your responsibilities.  Whilst not essential for this role, the PFA would welcome applications from those with a finance and/or accounting background.

We expect you to be strategic and forward looking, exercising good, independent judgement, and be able to think creatively in the context of the evolving organisation and challenging external environment.  We expect that the Nominated Trustees will make full use of their skills, knowledge and experience to help the PFA Charity make good decisions.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

The successful candidate will be required to spend a minimum of 4 days per annum on work for the PFA Charity, including attendance at quarterly meetings. In addition to meetings of the board of trustees, other contact – usually electronic or by telephone – will be necessary. 

Whilst this position is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, all reasonable expenses incurred whilst performing the duties of a PFA Charity trustee will be reimbursed.

Applications

If you would like to apply for the position of a Charity Trustee please send your CV and a covering letter, outlining your suitability and relevant skills and experience for the role to charitytrustee@thepfa.com.

Closing date for applications: 12 November 2020.

Candidates will be assessed after closing date. Those who have been shortlisted will be notified of interview date.

If you have any requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process please include this in your application.

The PFA is committed to achieving equality in football, wider society and within our own organisation.

Given the under-representation of women and BAME groups in governance positions in football the PFA welcomes and encourages applicants from women and candidates from a BAME background to be Nominated Trustees.

All candidates who meet the criteria will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, gender, gender identity or expression of sexual orientation, marital status, disability or age or with regard to pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

Vacancy: Sussex Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Sussex (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Essex Academy Scout

Norwich City Football Club is looking to recruit a Lead Scout on a casual basis to watch grassroots football in Essex for players aged U12-U18 years. Due to the ad hoc nature of the role the candidate will need to be based in, or close to North Essex. Recruitment will be limited to a 90-minute boundary from Norwich City Football Academy, so there will be a sole focus on the North and East regions of the county.

The role will involve attending local games Saturday and Sunday mornings and completing comprehensive reports on the players involved to help identify players for Norwich City.

The Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) is a long-term plan introduced by the Premier League to promote the development of a world leading Academy system. It aims to deliver an environment that promotes excellence, nurtures talent and systematically converts this talent into professional players capable of playing First Team football at the Club that develops them.

Within the plan professional Clubs are awarded a categorisation for their Academy, depending on their ability to fulfil the criteria outlined above. Our Academy has been awarded the highest possible status (Category One).

Scouts are required to assist with Scouting and Recruitment providing a systematic coverage of local Football in order to identify realistic recruitment targets for the Academy at Norwich City Football Club.

Successful applicants will be paid an hourly rate which will be systematically reviewed so that high achievers are offered higher remuneration and more games to watch.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years scouting experience.

The following criteria are essential:

• Knowledge of local football
• Experience or a background in scouting
• Self-motivated and committed
• A strategic planner, organiser and co-ordinator
• Confident with the ability to work individually and as part of a successful team
• A ‘people person’ with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate
• Able to drive

Required licence or certification:

• Full driving license

Norwich City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the workplace. Please be aware that a criminal disclosure and identity check will be carried out for this post. Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV with a covering letter to vacancies@canaries.co.uk.

Vacancy: London Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: London (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Casual Academy Scout (Ipswich, Suffolk)

Norwich City Football Club is looking to recruit a Lead Scout on a casual basis to watch grassroots football in Suffolk for players aged U12-U15 years. Due to the ad hoc nature of the role the candidate will need to be based in, or close to Ipswich.

The role will involve attending local games Saturday and Sunday mornings and completing comprehensive reports on the players involved to help identify players for Norwich City.

The Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) is a long-term plan introduced by the Premier League to promote the development of a world leading Academy system. It aims to deliver an environment that promotes excellence, nurtures talent and systematically converts this talent into professional players capable of playing First Team football at the Club that develops them.

Within the plan professional Clubs are awarded a categorisation for their Academy, depending on their ability to fulfil the criteria outlined above. Our Academy has been awarded the highest possible status (Category One).

Scouts are required to assist with Scouting and Recruitment providing a systematic coverage of local Football in order to identify realistic recruitment targets for the Academy at Norwich City Football Club.

Successful applicants will be paid an hourly rate which will be systematically reviewed so that high achievers are offered higher remuneration and more games to watch.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years scouting experience.

The following criteria are essential:

• Knowledge of local football
• Experience or a background in scouting
• Self-motivated and committed
• A strategic planner, organiser and co-ordinator
• Confident with the ability to work individually and as part of a successful team
• A ‘people person’ with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate
• Able to drive

Required licence or certification:

• Full driving license

Norwich City Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the importance of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the workplace. Please be aware that a criminal disclosure and identity check will be carried out for this post. Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV with a covering letter to vacancies@canaries.co.uk.

Vacancy: Youth Development Phase Coach

Salary: Dependent on skills and experience plus relocation package for applicants outside of the Sussex area
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: This is a full-time role requiring flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits: Club Pension Scheme, Group Life Protection and much more!
Deadline Day: 7 November 2020

Who are Brighton & Hove Albion?

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to compete in the Premier League and play at home in our spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium.   Premier League football is the most watched sports league worldwide, with an annual audience of over 1 billion people, in which we are thrilled for our men's first team to professionally compete.  We are equally excited and proud of our women's first team who successfully compete in The FA Women¿s Super League, the top tier of women's football in England.

The job

You'll need to have lots of enthusiasm and motivation in this role. We are offering the privileged position to develop and coach our category one academy players. You will coach our elite players primarily in the U13-U14 age group and prepare them for elite professional football at the highest level. You will support the development of transition for players from Foundation to the Youth Development Phase (9v9-11v11). In addition, you will have the opportunity to research and undertake innovative projects for the development of the department.

What does the day to day look like?

Coaching high quality football sessions! The successful candidate will coach the U13 academy squad but will also work closely with the foundation and youth development phase coaches to deliver coaching sessions to our U11-U14 age groups in the evenings, on day release and at weekends. You¿ll need to be organised and engaging as you¿ll be planning a training programme for these age groups which needs to fulfil the criteria set out in the EPPP for Category 1 Academy status. Your primary focus will be the development of players transitioning between the phases.

This is an important role as you will be monitoring, assessing and recording players both in training and in match performances, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to maximise the opportunity for our young players to reach their full potential. Time will also be allocated for you to research and undertake innovative projects for the development of the department.

What can you expect?

If you love coaching football and working with young people, then come and join us at the Albion! We are synonymous with quality, both on and off the pitch; the work will be challenging, the environment will be fast paced, and we¿ll have high expectations of you.  But we will give you everything you need to succeed. You¿ll work hard, but the great thing about football is that you¿ll see the results.

What we need from you

We are looking for someone with extensive knowledge and experience of football coaching in a professional environment. To be considered for our youth development phase coach position, you will need to hold the following qualifications:

• UEFA A Licence
• Member of the FA Licensed Coaches¿ Club
• A valid and accepted enhanced FA DBS CRC (or be willing to undertake this check if successful)
• Advanced Youth Award
• Valid FA Emergency Aid Certificate (FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
• Valid FA Safeguarding Children Certificate

Our values

Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values aren't just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors ¿ in fact, with anyone who interacts in anyway with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAM Brighton value.

Our values are:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

What is in it for you?

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but not limited to:

• A flexible working environment
• Free breakfast and lunch (fantastic healthy and tasty food provided by our inhouse chefs)
• Free VIP onsite parking
• Travel discounts
• Discounts at the Club's superstore
• Ice cream (as a treat when it's particularly hot)
• Free tea and coffee
• Health benefits including eye care and health and fitness
• Discounts and benefits for local businesses
• Inclusion in the club's discretionary bonus scheme (depending on eligibility)

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Equality Statement

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process.  If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know.

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences.  We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Safeguarding Statement

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Vacancy: Kent Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Kent (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Agricultural Mechanic

Salary: £19,000 - £25,000 per annum (DOE)
Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing
Hours: 40 hours per week to be worked across 5 days per week to include some weekends
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits: Club Pension Scheme, Group Life Protection and much more!
Deadline Day: 30 October 2020

Who are Brighton & Hove Albion?

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to compete in the Premier League and play at home in our spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium.   Premier League football is the most watched sports league worldwide, with an annual audience of over 1 billion people, in which we are thrilled for our men's first team to professionally compete.  We are equally excited and proud of our women's first team who successfully compete in The FA Women¿s Super League, the top tier of women's football in England.

The job

Are you solution minded with great attention to detail and a passion for agricultural engineering?  Then come and play your part at the Albion!  This is a fantastic opportunity to join our hardworking grounds maintenance team and support our workshop manager in the day to day management of the grounds team machinery and equipment.

What does the day to day look like?

This is a busy role! Your core hours will be 40 hours per week spread across five days to include some weekends, so we need you to be flexible. Your day to day duties will include all aspects of servicing, repairs and maintenance of the grounds department machinery and you'll be required to carry out administration in relation to the work carried out to ensure records are kept up to date. The role will be varied to include carrying out work at our elite training ground, world-class stadium and other Club associated grounds and facilities. We need a team player as in busy periods you may be required to work alongside the grounds team to carry out pitch maintenance work!

What can you expect?

The Club will recognise and reward you for your hard efforts and support you to attend suitable training courses to keep your technical skills at the highest possible standard. We are known for our culture and values leading the way, and the right people will need to fit into that. You'll work hard, but the great thing about football is that you'll see the results.

What we need from you

Given the nature of this role, it is desirable for the successful candidate to hold the following qualifications:

• Agricultural engineering technician level 2 certification or equivalent
• N.P.T.C.  PA1 certificate in pesticide usage or prepared to receive this training
• Certification in the use of industrial/rough terrain truck operation or prepared to receive this training
• Qualified first aider and/or have received training in other first aid techniques
• The ideal candidate will be a member of the Institute of Groundsmanship, but don't worry if you aren't as the Club can support your membership! You will also need to be willing to undertake a basic DBS CRC (criminal background check) if successful.

Our values

Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values aren't just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors ¿ in fact, with anyone who interacts in anyway with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAM Brighton value.

Our values are:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

What is in it for you?

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but not limited to:

• A flexible working environment
• Free breakfast and lunch (fantastic healthy and tasty food provided by our inhouse chefs)
• Free VIP onsite parking
• Travel discounts
• Discounts at the Club's superstore
• Ice cream (as a treat when it's particularly hot)
• Free tea and coffee
• Health benefits including eye care and health and fitness
• Discounts and benefits for local businesses
• Inclusion in the club's discretionary bonus scheme (depending on eligibility)

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Equality Statement

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process.  If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know.

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences.  We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Safeguarding Statement

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Vacancy: Surrey Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Surrey (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Grounds Person

Salary: £19,000 - £23,500 per annum (DOE)
Location: American Express Community Stadium, Brighton
Hours: 40 hours per week to be worked across 5 days per week to include some weekends
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits: Club Pension Scheme, Group Life Protection and much more!
Deadline Day: 4 November 2020

Who are Brighton & Hove Albion?

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club are proud to compete in the Premier League and play at home in our spectacular 30,000+ seater American Express Community Stadium.   Premier League football is the most watched sports league worldwide, with an annual audience of over 1 billion people, in which we are thrilled for our men's first team to professionally compete.  We are equally excited and proud of our women's first team who successfully compete in The FA Women¿s Super League, the top tier of women's football in England.

The job

Off the pitch, the Club is building a platform for long-term success enabling us to retain the privilege of playing world class football in the Premier League.  Our spectacular stadium is a sport and leisure destination for Brighton and our event spaces provide the perfect location for businesses and organisations to showcase their work. It will be your role to keep the pitches and associated grounds and facilities looking pristine to ensure we can continue to be the perfect location.

What does the day to day look like?

Your core hours will be 40 hours per week spread across five days to include some weekends, so we need you to be flexible. You will be operating machinery to carrying out grounds maintenance work all whilst representing the Club in a professional manner. It will be important that you adhere to the highest standards of health and safety and ensure that all work is in line with health and safety legislation.

What can you expect?

It is exciting, rewarding and most importantly, fun! The Club recognise and reward their employees for their hard efforts. As well as being rewarded, we will support our employees to attend suitable training to continually develop their skills to the highest standard.

What we need from you

The successful candidate will hold the following:

• PA1, PA6 and PA2A certificates in Pesticide Usage or willing to receive this training
• Qualified first aider and/or have received training in other first aid techniques
• Obtained or working towards a minimum level 2 qualification in sports turf management.
• A member of the Grounds Manager Association
• Certificated in the driving and operation of agricultural motor vehicles

Our values

Values play a pivotal role in the success of the Club. Our values aren't just a list of words we expect our people to learn, but a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors ¿ in fact, with anyone who interacts in anyway with our brand. Each year we hold the TEAM Brighton awards where peer to peer nominations are recorded. Those with the most nominations take away awards for their commitment to the TEAM Brighton value.

Our values are:

• Treat People Well
• Exceed Expectations
• Aim High. Never Give Up
• Act with Integrity
• Make it Special

What is in it for you?

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but not limited to:

• A flexible working environment
• Free breakfast and lunch (fantastic healthy and tasty food provided by our inhouse chefs)
• Free VIP onsite parking
• Travel discounts
• Discounts at the Club's superstore
• Ice cream (as a treat when it's particularly hot)
• Free tea and coffee
• Health benefits including eye care and health and fitness
• Discounts and benefits for local businesses
• Inclusion in the club's discretionary bonus scheme (depending on eligibility)

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Equality Statement

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are proud to be a disability confident employer who are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout our recruitment and selection process.  If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please let us know.

Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences.  We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.

Safeguarding Statement

Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club and Albion in the Community are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Vacancy: Hampshire & Isle of Wight Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Hampshire & Isle of Wight (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Goalkeeping Coach

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (season long)
Hours per Week: 12 hours
Location: Sheffield United Women training facilities and various opposition Clubs
Line Manager: Head Coach (Sheffield United Women)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with Sheffield United Women first team as a Goalkeeping Coach. We are looking for someone who has a passion for the progression and development of a team who can work closely with our Goalkeepers and form individual development plans for players to achieve their potential. The ideal candidate will have an enthusiasm for coaching and mentoring, with a proven track record of monitoring and enhancing high performance within a team.  

Due to the nature of this role we are looking for someone with full flexibility, who is able to attend evening training sessions and match day fixtures. 

Role Responsibilities:

• To coach, monitor and report on the progress of all goalkeepers within SUFC Women’s team.
• Implement and monitor the SUFC Women’s Coaching Syllabus.
• To ensure that all playing, training and relevant information on all SUFC Women’s Goalkeeper’s is recorded on the WPS and is kept up to date at all times throughout the season.
• To play a part in the organisation and delivery of SUFC Women’s In-service training events organised throughout the season.
• To have a clear understanding of the SUFC Women’s philosophy, vision, values and culture.
• To regularly liaise with RTC GK coach regarding development of all Club GKS.
• To take responsibility for your own health, safety and welfare, ensuring compliance with Sheffield United’s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures and safe systems of work.
• To remember that the players safety and welfare are paramount and it is the responsibility of all staff and to ensure that every opportunity is taken to create and maintain an environment where children are safe and treated appropriately: to comply with Sheffield United’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• To undertake all reasonable training, learning and development activity designed to support you in your role

The following knowledge and experience are essential for the role:

• UEFA B Licence holder
• FA Licensed Coach (Member of the Licensed Coaches Club to cover Safeguarding and First Aid in Football)
• Experience of and enthusiasm for coaching and mentoring elite young and senior players and/or coaches
• Track record of consistent high performance in a professional environment
• Analysing & Interpreting
• Organising & Executing
• Coping with pressures & setbacks
• Adhering to principles & values
• Great Communication Skills
• To uphold an Enhanced DBS check

The following knowledge and experience are desirable for the role:

• Interacting & Presenting

Application Process

To apply for this position please click on the link here. 

Further details will be provided with regards to the application process.

Closing date for applications is Friday 6 November.

Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.

Provisional Interview Dates: w/c Monday 16 November 2020.

Eligibility for Employment in the UK
In accordance with current legislative requirements the successful applicant must produce documentary verification of her/his eligibility to work in the UK and will not be allowed to start work until this has been received.

Equality and Diversity
Sheffield United FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its employment policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.

Safer Recruitment
Sheffield United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.

Vacancy: Essex Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Essex (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Disability Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Disability Officer
Job function: A varied range of coaching opportunities including schools coaching, PPA, Foundation development centres, college programmes and post 16 academies, pan disability sessions, girls coaching and special events.
Location: Various
Contract: Sessional

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To deliver high-level football sessions that are appropriate for the group that you are working with.
• To support and ensure the Risk Assessments for the sessions are completed for each activity with the Head Coach.
• To ensure all sessions are safe and fun and in line with the Foundation's requirements.
• To follow the Foundation policies on Safeguarding.
• To report any issues to the Sensory Coordinator immediately or escalate accordingly.
• Interact with participants and their family members on a professional basis.
• Provide a fun environment based on the participants needs.
• Check and ensure all equipment is in good working condition.
• Commit to attending the sessions a minimum of two hours before the start of the specific event.
• To ensure all participants and their family members have left the stadium safely.
• To report any equipment issues immediately to the Sensory Room Coordinator.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Berks, Bucks & Middlesex Sessional Coach

Department: Chelsea Foundation
Reporting to: Football Development Officers & Coordinators
Job function: To support the delivery of Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Programmes. Delivering high quality football and multisport activities within a variety of environments including Schools, Colleges, Grass Root Clubs and Youth Clubs. Ensure all delivery equipment and activities are risk assessed and that young people within CFCF provision are safeguarded according to the CFCF policies and procedures.
Location: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Middlesex  (please check for separate posts for your region)
Contract: Casual
Hours: Varied and Flexible – Generally late afternoons and evenings but you may be required to work weekend sessions too.  

Main responsibilities (Play Your Part):

• To support Chelsea FC Foundation’s Football Development Officers with the delivery of weekly activities, offering high quality coaching sessions to enhance participant’s development with the CFCF player progression pathways.
• Deliver a first class provision of football and multisport across various venues throughout the South of England. Liaising with Education Providers, facility managers, parents and carers to ensure all activity is delivered in safe and enjoyable environment.
• Plan and deliver fun, enjoyable and educational sessions that will offer sustained participation with CFCF, ensuring session plans are readily available on request from FA, PL or CFCF assessors’.
• To be well presented at all times wearing Chelsea FC uniform and be available at venues ready to start sessions at least 15 minutes prior to activities commencing.
• To prepare session plans and ensure participation forms, recording sheets, risk assessments and registers are completed accurately and given to the appropriate CFCF or associated staff member.
• To follow safeguarding policies and procedures as outlined by Chelsea FC Foundation and report any safeguarding/welfare incidents that may take place during, before and after a session to the relevant officer, as well as the production of risk assessments for every session.
• Ensure the relationship with children and adults at risk is appropriate and language, behaviour and demeanour is suitable.  The Company will expect you to undertake training to ensure an understanding of best practice in relation to Children and/or Adults at Risk.
• You will be responsible for the welfare of children in your care and should not leave them in the care of others. You should ensure that all children are signed in and out of all activities by a parent, carer or teacher/associated staff member.
• To communicate your availability efficiently & effectively with Football Development Officers/Coordinators and assist in all activities as requested by the Area Leads. Attend in-service training sessions when required and maintain the CFCF fit for purpose criteria in adherence with the terms and conditions of the Sessional Worker Engagement Agreement.
• Deliver additional roles and responsibilities as required by the Chelsea FC Foundation and Ad hoc duties as requested by Chelsea FC Foundation Management staff.

Full job and personal specification and how to apply  click here.

Vacancy: Head of Education and Employability

Role Status: Full time, Permanent.
Organisational Base: Home Based
Reporting To: Director of Business Development
Starting Salary: £42,000 to £53,000 + £6,000 car allowance and benefits package.

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The organisation

As the charitable arm of the English Football League (EFL), the EFL Trust was established in 2008 to oversee the remarkable and diverse work of their Football Club Community Organisations (CCOs). Our core purpose remains to support the CCOs to help us achieve our vision of stronger more active communities.

This is best achieved when the power of both the Football Club and the CCO are brought together. We also continue to work with a significant number of key partners whose ambitions we share, such as the Department for Education ESFA, DWP, DCMS, MHCLG, NCS, Sport England and the NHS. We are confident about the pivotal role we can play in helping them to meet our shared objectives.

In the past year we have invested over £18 million in our network, more than ever before. We remain committed to providing a world class service to our network of partners to help them maximise and quantify their impact.  We will continue to embed a culture within the EFL Trust where improvement is a habit and our people are encouraged to challenge and innovate.

The role of Head of Education and Employability

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Education and Employability to help deliver on our business strategy. This varied and exciting role combines strategic planning with operational excellence.

You will be instrumental in driving forward our business development in the field of Education and Employability, including our corporate proposition.

You will be a proactive, dynamic senior leader with excellent communication and proven leadership and people management skills.

You will have a keen understanding of issues around health, employment and social mobility, and be a champion of promoting diversity and inclusion.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have a lived experience of our beneficiaries’ characteristics (e.g. are from a BAME and/or underprivileged background).

If you have queries on any aspect of the appointment process or would like to discuss special adjustments please contact:  jriley@efltrust.com. 

Benefits Package:

• Generous Company Pension Scheme, with an EFL Trust contribution of 10% of basic salary.
• Cash Health Plan
• Opt-in private healthcare
• 23 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), rising to 25 days after 5 years. Holiday year commences 1st (Holiday purchase scheme in operation).
• Generous car allowance

Closing Date: 10 am 16 November 2020

Interview Date(s):  24 November 2020

Candidates must be available for interview on the dates indicated.

Interviews will be held at EFL House, 10 – 12 West Cliff, Preston PR1 8HU or may be held virtually.

Safeguarding Statement

EFL Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.

Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013).  Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.

Equality StatementThe EFL Trust is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity

Vacancy: Football Research and Methodology Analyst

Department: Performance Analysis
Reports to: Head of Performance and Research
Location: The Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground, Compton Park, Wolverhampton
Hours: 37.5 hours per week October 2020

We are Wolves. Progressive, determined, bright, unified and humble. A pack that is hungry for success. Wolves is one of the fastest growing professional football clubs in the UK, and also boasts one of the richest histories in the beautiful game.

Formed in 1877, Wolves was a founder member of the Football League, and was one of the country’s most successful sides in the fifties and sixties. During a two decade spell the Black Country’s most decorated side won three First Division titles and one of its four FA Cups.

Fast forward to 2020, where an incredible three seasons at Molineux has seen Wolves clinch the Sky Bet Championship trophy with 99 points, followed by a seventh-place finish in the Premier League, which included memorable wins over Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Arsenal. This season we have completed the double over the reigning champions, have equalled last season’s seventh place finish in the league and reached the quarter finals of the Europa League.

But at Wolves it is all about what we will do, not what we have done.

We don’t simply look to the future, we seize it.

We take seriously our commitment to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk and to ensuring that Wolves is free from discrimination and harassment.

Job purpose

There has never been a more exciting time to work at Wolves. The club is in the process of developing practices, strategies and teams to deliver success at the very highest level. This has never been as important as it is now in supporting performance on the field of play.
The club is in the process of developing its Performance Analysis and Research department, enabling even greater quality and depth in the service provided across the club. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the best practice framework, regular trend and research analysis across Wolves’ performance, the Premier League, as well as other global football trends, whilst supporting the 1st Team analysts in pre and post-match analysis tasks.

To find out about the key responsibilities and for a full job description please click on the link here.

How to apply

Please complete our application form (download here) and diversity monitoring form (download here), then email them to jobs@wolves.co.uk. 

Please include the job reference code MP-170-16102020 in the subject line, unless otherwise stated on the advert.

For safeguarding reasons, we are unable to progress candidates who have not applied with our application form. Thank you.

Vacancy: Academy Goalkeeper Coach

Position type: Fixed Term/ Part Time – 1 Year
Reporting to: Academy Manager
Hours of work: 14 Hours per week (4-5 training sessions per week, and 2x match day)
Location: Chobham Academy - Stratford / Beckton

Job Purpose

West Ham United Women are seeking a committed, enthusiastic and reliable GK coach to lead and develop their expanding Academy programme. Successful applicants will be responsible for delivering high quality football sessions for the afternoon-based Academy as well as leading on Match days in the fixture timetable.

You will work closely with all technical, physical, education, and Lifestyle staff to contribute to WHU Women’s Academy mission of facilitating positive holistic experiences, raising aspirations and achievement amongst young people and promoting individual success, as well as facilitating the development of all goalkeepers within the academy with the aim to prepare for 1st team football.

Key Responsibilities

• To plan, deliver and review training for the U21/U18 goalkeepers on Mon, Tue, Thur afternoons, U10-U16 goalkeepers on Wednesday and Friday evenings, keeping in-line with the academy coaching and playing philosophy.
• Attend fixtures with U21s throughout the season (Wed)/ U16’s (Sat), managing warm up and preparation for goalkeepers selected and assisting with general match day set ups.
• To conduct group, unit and individual video analysis sessions with support from Head Coaches and Academy Analysts.
• To monitor and evaluate player’s development and create individual player reports using Academy Individual Development Plan processes.
• To provide quarterly reports and reviews for goalkeepers, ensuring parents are a part of the process.
• To ensure Academy Manager is kept up to date and informed on all matters.
• To ensure that you adhered to the Academy Codes of Conduct, as well as ensuring all goalkeepers are adhering to players code of conducts.
• Understand the rules and regulations relating to Women’s Academy football.
• Any other task which is deemed necessary by the Academy as it grows.

Safeguarding:

1. Staff must evidence a commitment  to the safety and welfare of  children, young people  and  adults at risk regardless of their age, gender, language, religion, ethnic background or sexual identity and ensure the safety and protection of all children, young people and adults at risk taking part in any activity arranged by or in the name of the Club.

2. It is a requirement for staff to follow the  Club’s Safeguarding reporting procedures to report without delay, allegations of abuse, poor practice or which is or may, impact on the welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk.   After contacting and taking guidance from the Safeguarding Team, staff must use the Club’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS ) to record the concern within 24 hours unless directed to do otherwise.

Equal Opportunities

• To ensure that all departments are provided within an anti-discriminatory framework and take account of such issues as race, gender, sexuality, disability, religion and age
• We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our creativity and delivers the best commercial performance. We are, therefore seeking applications from high quality people, whose backgrounds, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our company.
• As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of our staff.

Personal Specification

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: -

Essential (E) Desirable (D)

Education / Qualifications / Experience:

• FA Football Goalkeeper Coaching Qualification Level 2 (E)
• UEFA B Goalkeeper Coaching Qualification (D)
• FA Youth Modules 1&2 (D)
• FA Youth Award (D)
• Experience of working within a professional football environment (E)
• Ability to effectively manage player, parent and staff relationships (E)
• To be presentable at all times when working and demonstrate that you can represent the brand of the club in the manner expected (E)
• Emergency First Aid Certificate and Safeguarding Awareness Training (E)
• Member of FA Licenced Coaches Club or relevant awarding body (E)
• Full UK Driving license (D)

Abilities / Skills / Knowledge

• Demonstrate an understanding of mentoring (E)
• Demonstrate a good understanding of how to engage young people (E)
• Demonstrate an understanding of teaching and increasing learning within young people (E)
• Demonstrate an understanding of delivering a progressive curriculum (E)
• ICT Literate (E)
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication / presentation skills, which are culturally competent (E)
• To be reliable and punctual (E)
• Flexible working in accordance with the requirements of the service which will include working afternoons and weekends where applicable. (E)
• Commitment to develop and improve own performance and CPD (E)
• Ability to work independently, line manage, supervise and motivate team members (E)
• Strong commitment to quality service delivery (E)
• Have the commitment to be a part of a rapidly growing programme, with the enthusiasm to contribute to the growth, whilst adopting an open-minded approach.

We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment. We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.

West Ham United Foundation is an organisation committed to equality and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Positions that involve working with such groups are subject to safer recruitment protocols, in-cluding DBS Disclosure at enhanced level.

How to apply

Please apply for this role by clicking on the link here.

Vacancy: Premier League Kicks – Senior Project Lead

Salary: £26,000 - £29,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract type: Full Time – Permanent
Location: Foundation, Beckton (delivery required across East London and Essex)
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave, Contributory pension scheme, Life assurance, Healthcare cash plan

West Ham Foundation are looking for a passionate and driven candidate to assist the Community Sports Manager with the day to day running of our PL Kicks project. The project monitoring & evaluation and all related admin, alongside frontline delivery and coaching.

Key Responsibilities

• To lead on our PL Kicks project, delivering football, multi-sports and learning initiatives that provide positive points of social engagement. You will also ensure the project offers personal development to young people within our local delivery areas, especially impacting on those who may be underprivileged or struggling to access other positive points of engagement.
• To ensure the project is run inline to set targets and KPIs, with all M&E and admin being kept up to date.
• To ensure that activities and sessions are safe, suitable and inclusive for all participants involved.
• To supervise and support coaches delivering within the project, ensuring protocols and safe delivery standards are followed at all times.
• To contribute to the WHU Foundation mission of encouraging sports participation, promoting health and wellbeing as well as the of improvement life opportunities.

Specifically, the WHU Foundation Premier League Kicks Lead will:

• Manage and oversee our PL Kicks project, reporting back to the Community Sport Manager.
• Manage and oversee delivery of the project across all hub sites and external partner venues.

Project Engagement:

1. Maintain and develop relationships with delivery venues and hub-sites

2. Bring participants into the project through community outreach (including large scale events such as the Mayor’s Newham Show, Community Forum events etc), local delivery area partners, as well as West Ham United FC and WHU Foundation communications

3. Develop work through listening and exploring ways to respond in relation to need and potential, expressed by participants engaged with through surveys or our Youth Forum.

4. Enable youth participants to become involved in engaging activities, learning points and to develop skills which will contribute to increased engagement in the area.

5. To maintain and develop working links with partners and stakeholders via the Kicks steering group.

6. Liaise with local sports, activity clubs and leisure providers to provide a range of possible exit strategies and pathways for individuals from the project.

Programme Development and Delivery:

7. Develop specific targeted interventions with partners to engage the target group in engaging provisions

8. Develop a participant pathway that creates further opportunities for individuals.

9. Ensure that a youth voice, via our existing Youth Forum, helps to shape delivery.

10. Work to ensure that the project model is one that can remain healthy and sustainable.

Partnership working:

11. To work in partnership with other agencies identified within the project, and identify individuals, groups, and other organisations to support and develop delivery

12. To work through a partnership approach to identify the barriers preventing the easy engagement of participants at all levels

13. To service partnership meetings, including attending and presenting at regular meetings; (Kicks steering group and those of partners)

Events and Training:

14. Supervise promotional and celebratory events through our delivery areas.

15. Identify participants within the project who may benefit from further educational or developmental training, signposting them accordingly.

16. To use the project as a tool to enhance the training and development of apprentices, youth placements and volunteers.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

17. To carry out administrative duties as necessary e.g. maintain accurate attendance, registers, and quality assurance.

18. To contribute towards evaluation and ensure monitoring systems are consistently maintained as directed by the Community Sports Manager and the needs of the WHU Foundation.

Other:

19. To work with an accessible and flexible approach to fulfilling the role, which will include the working of unsocial hours, evening and weekend work as necessary and other duties as reasonably requested.

20. Adhere to policies and procedures outlined by the WHU Foundation.

Freedom to act:

21. Independently organise work plan, information storage, retrieval and collation systems, diary and working time (including out of hours)

22. Meet with partners and stakeholders to evaluate and discuss possible changes to delivery.

Communication:

23. Have competent communication skills to be able to link with participants, community members and organisations to negotiate, influence, and resolve conflict that may arise.

24. Facilitate the involvement of community members in the reporting of needs, outputs and outcome.

Safeguarding:

1. Staff must evidence a commitment  to the safety and welfare of  children, young people  and  adults at risk regardless of their age, gender, language, religion, ethnic background or sexual identity and ensure the safety and protection of all children, young people and adults at risk taking part in any activity arranged by or in the name of the Club.

2.  It is a requirement for staff to follow the  Club’s Safeguarding reporting procedures to report without delay, allegations of abuse, poor practice or which is or may, impact on the welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk.   After contacting and taking guidance from the Safeguarding Team, staff must use the Club’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS ) to record the concern within 24 hours unless directed to do otherwise.

Equal Opportunities

1. To ensure that all departments are provided within an anti-discriminatory framework and take account of such issues as race, gender, sexuality, disability, religion and age.

2.  To carry out work in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity for both staff and clients.

Person Specification:

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas: -

Essential (E) Desirable (D)

Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience of multi-sports coaching within the community (E)
• Level 2 Coaching Qualification minimum (E)
• FA Youth Modules 1 & 2 (E)
• Emergency First Aid Certificate(E)
• Safeguarding Awareness Training (E)
• Member of FA Licenced Coaches Club or relevant awarding body (E)
• Multi Sports Coaching Qualifications (E)
• Previous project management and budgetary experience (E)

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:

• Must be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication / presentation skills, which are culturally competent
• ICT Literate
• Demonstrable skills in negotiation, influencing and conflict resolution
• Able to work within a diverse community and draw on individual strengths to promote project participation
• Able to communicate with participants, partner agencies and the public.
• Good organisational skills, able to prioritise and work within deadlines
• Flexible working in accordance with the requirements of the service which will include working evenings and weekends where applicable.
• Commitment to develop and improve own performance and CPD
• Ability to work independently, line manage, supervise and motivate team members
• Strong commitment to quality service delivery
• Ability to monitor and evaluate programme delivery and carry out report writing
• Hold a current and clean driving license
• We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our creativity and delivers the best commercial performance. We are, therefore seeking applications from high quality people, whose backgrounds, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our company.

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of our staff.

We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment and have been accredited with the being Disability Confident Leader.   We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.

How to apply

Please apply for this role by clicking on the link here.

Vacancy: Designated Safeguarding & Football Services Officer

Location: Westmorland County FA, 35-37 Appleby Road, Kendal, LA9 6ET
Salary: £26,000 p/a
Hours per week: 37 hours p/w
Closing Date: Monday 2 November, 5pm
Vacancy Type: Full time, permanent contract 

Our Organisation

This is a rare opportunity to join the Westmorland County Football Association. We the smallest County FA in the country with a rich history in local football and a reputation for being both progressive and innovative. 

We are now looking for someone to join our small, dedicated and friendly team to inspire the next generation through the FA National Game strategy. Someone who can develop and implement our Business Strategy to the benefit of all our members. The successful candidate will be instrumental in helping the County FA achieve this. 

You can find out more about the Westmorland County FA and the work we do on our website www.westmorlandfa.com 

Safeguarding

The Westmorland County FA is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check through The FA DBS process. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according the nature of the role and the information provided.

The Role

The Westmorland County FA is looking for an enthusiastic professional with a passion for grassroots football to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for Safeguarding & Football Services supporting the clubs, leagues and volunteers throughout the County.

Key Accountabilities

• Operationally lead the implementation and delivery of safeguarding within the Westmorland County FA, being accountable for relevant areas of The FA’s Safeguarding Operating Standard for County FAs.
• Lead the affiliation of clubs and ensure safeguarding requirements are met. 
• Manage the discipline process from start to finish, including raising charges, arranging personal and non personal hearings and supporting clubs and leagues with the discipline process. 
• Manage, develop, promote and administer all County Cup competitions including the planning of all finals. 

What we are looking for 

• Safeguarding qualification and/or relevant experience in a child protection, safeguarding, or welfare role.
• Knowledge of current safeguarding legislation, policy and practice relating to children and adults at risk. 
• Knowledge and understanding of FA rules and regulations.
• Experience of implementing policies, protocols and guidance. 
• Knowledge of how the County FA operates in partnership with The FA.
• Knowledge of grassroots football structures and the National League System.
• Knowledge of the structure and partner organisations within football, nationally and within the County FA locality.  

What we can offer 

• A great opportunity in football with the local governing body of the grassroots game here in the heart of the County.  
• Opportunities to progress your career across the County FA Network throughout England and at The FA.
• Access to high-quality training, networking and personal development opportunities. 
• A varied and exciting working life, where you’ll will experience all aspects of grassroots football.

Equality and Diversity

• The Westmorland County FA promotes inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from everyone.
• If you have any requirements in relation to the recruitment or interview process, please include details on the application form.

Application Documents:

Job description and person specification - click here

Application form - click here

Equality & monitoring form - click here

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jo Ashworth on 07932 030 819 for an informal discussion. 

About the application and selection process

Complete the Application Form and Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form and return to jo.ashworth@westmorlandfa.com no later than 5pm on 2 November 2020.

Applications received after deadline will only be considered in exceptional circumstances e.g. proof of posting indicates undue delay through no fault of the applicant.

Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Thursday 5th November to arrange a mutually convenient interview time.

Interviews will be held on 11 November 2020 .

If required, second interviews may be held in order to determine the most suitable candidate for the role.

Vacancy: Product and Relationship Manager

Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting to: General Manager
Location: Brunel Building, Paddington, London W2 1HQ

Overview  

Football DataCo Ltd. is looking for a Product and Relationship Manger to work with our partners developing data products and services to the core media and broadcast market, and to manage licensing of assets to the football performance market. This is a new role and the right candidate will have a detailed understanding of how sports data is collected, used and commercialised and have excellent relationship management skills.

Who we are

Football DataCo Ltd is a joint venture company owned by the Premier League and EFL and represents the data rights of the professional football Leagues in England and Scotland. The core purpose of the business is to protect, market and commercialise the rights to official match related data. As part of the protection of data rights the company runs a centralised accreditation programme for the English Leagues and is also involved in monitoring the integrity of matches.

Background

Football DataCo works with specialist partners to collect and distribute data. Current partners are Opta (Stats Perform) for event data collection and distribution of all data to the media market, Second Spectrum for collection of tracking data and creation of analytics and Betgenius for collection and distribution of fast betting data. 

Football DataCo retains licensing rights for data and video to the football performance market.

To support the development of new data analytics products and meet a growing market need, representatives from Opta, Second Spectrum and the Premier League regularly meet in a ‘FDC Labs’ forum. Strategy and data development plans are formulated by this group which aims to drive data led innovation into the media market, with broadcasters being a key focus.  Underpinning innovation in data collection and data analytics is technology, with huge processing power and advanced computer learning techniques opening up new frontiers and opportunities. FDC Labs seeks to harness this change and aims to put football at the forefront of the data analytics revolution in sport.

The Role

Football DataCo is looking for a talented individual to support the drive of data innovation and its related commercial potential. The role will be based at Football DataCo’s office but there will be some flexibility to support home working. The role primarily focuses on two core areas:

1. Football Performance Market

• Responsibility for the Official Data and Video licensing programme to specialist analysis suppliers serving the football performance market.
• Develop good working relationships with specialist providers to understand their business, goals and objectives (which also requires an understanding of the needs of professional football clubs).
• Develop effective marketing plans to maximise the value of Official Data and video licences and manage the licence agreement process. 
• Monitor the market and work with Football DataCo’s legal representatives to stop rights infringements.  
• Manage the Official Data licensing process of 3rd party specialist providers appointed by Premier League clubs.
• Keep an accurate record of licences agreed and provide management information as required by Football DataCo and the Leagues.

2. Media Market

• Take a central role in FDC Labs to manage the development and distribution of product to serve the media marketplace, managing the interface between Opta and Second Spectrum.
• Develop good relationships with data partners to support and encourage proactive collaboration to achieve the business goals.
• Agree scope (and monitor the progress) of approved analytics projects, supporting the data partners to deliver and maximise the potential of new analytic metrics.
• Build relationships with key broadcaster end user customers to understand market needs, support and promote exploitation of Official Data products and services and contribute to the ideas generation and decision making of FDC Labs.
• Work with the Leagues (and their commercial partners) to enable best use of Official Data
• Monitor and calibrate the contribution of tracking data and new analytics metrics to the overall Opta data distribution business.
• Monitor and manage the Opta and Second Spectrum service level agreement to ensure ‘quality’ is consistently delivered.
• Keep up to date with developments in the wider data market to ensure Football DataCo remains at the forefront of best practice data collection and exploitation
• Where appropriate support the flow of new analytics metrics to Football DataCo’s betting partner.

Requirements for the Role

• The core experience, skills and qualities the successful candidate will be expected to have include:
• Knowledge and proven track record of working with sports data and sports data businesses.
• Technical understanding of databases and the distribution of data feeds (in particular JSON and XML).
• Practical experience of managing data feeds to 3rd party customers and/or suppliers, with experience of managing service level agreements helpful.
• Experience of managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Good communicator and collaborative worker.
• Commercial acumen, with experience of managing rights/ licence agreements essential.
• Working knowledge business intelligence tools such as Qlik, Tableau, and Power BI and commercial video analysis software is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the betting industry is helpful.
• Self-starting, adaptable yet organised individuals will be well suited to operating in a small team in this developing market.

Football DataCo is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

How to apply

To apply please visit our careers site at https://premierleague.pinpointhq.com. The closing date for applications is Friday 6 November 2020.

Vacancy: Independent Non-Executive Directors (x2)

The Essex County FA are looking for football enthusiasts, players, volunteers, coaches and corporate professionals who’d like to volunteer their expertise as they seek to fill two voluntary vacancies for Independent Non-Executive Directors.

Essex is one of the largest County FAs in the country, with more than 4,500 teams, and they’re committed to maintaining a structure of diverse skills, experience and backgrounds which can add value to the game. An open application process is being run to attract and recruit the best people for the roles, with submissions required by 10:00am on Thursday 29th October.

The Essex County FA ‘Moving Forward’ Strategy for 2018-2021 outlines a strategic vision to “create a united grassroots football environment which delivers football opportunity for all.” One of those objectives is to ensure that the corporate governance structure of the Essex County FA is operating effectively and efficiently.

To support this, The FA have developed the County FA Code of Governance, which the Essex County FA have committed, at Board level, to achieving. The recruitment of Independent Non-Executive Directors will assist the Essex County FA in achieving this.

An individual who can support the County FA in achieving that objective is now being sought, as Chief Executive, Brendan Walshe, explains: “A key objective within our Moving Forward Strategy was to work towards achieving the UK Code of Sports Governance. Then, in February 2020, The FA launched the FA Code of Governance for County FAs, which is based on the same principles and standards of governance.”

“Since then, the Essex FA have been reviewing this code and have begun the process of working towards these standards, which will help to ensure the Board has the correct balance of independents, skills and diversity which reflect our community in Essex, as well as helping to ensure the Essex County FA continue to improve and evolve in the years ahead.”

“There are many skilled individuals within the football community from all sectors of industry such as business, financial, professional, commercial, corporate, HR and political backgrounds. This Independent Director recruitment process will enable people who have a passion for football, and high-level expertise gained from professional or voluntary roles, to apply directly to serve on our Board.”

Chairman, Andy Chaplin, also explained: “The Board discussed this and are fully supportive. Essex has an abundance of skilled individuals from a variety of sectors and we're looking forward to the Independent Director recruitment process and meeting individuals, in both the professional and voluntary sectors, who are passionate about local football."

"Achieving the County FA Code of Governance is an important objective within our Moving Forward Strategy which the Board are keen to work towards. It's important our Board is reflective of the diverse Essex community so we can continue to evolve as best we can for the benefit of local football."

Details of the skills and experience required, as well as the Essex County FA's organisational values and the application process, can be found at www.essexfa.com. Grassroots football news can also be found on Twitter @EssexCountyFA and by searching for ‘EssexFootball’ on Facebook.

Vacancy: Assistant Groundstaff (Skilled)

Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 hours per week plus weekends paid as overtime
Contract Type:  Full Time
Location: West Ham United Training Grounds
Benefits:  25 days’ annual leave, Contributory pension scheme, Life assurance, Healthcare cash plan

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Ham United Groundstaff department for an Assistant Groundstaff operative to work as part of the team assisting to maintain and prepare the playing surface’s to an excellent standard to ensure that games and training can go ahead on schedule and to maintain the surrounding areas of the training ground to the same high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake routine preparation and maintenance work in relation to playing surfaces as assigned by the Head Groundsman or Deputy Head Groundsman. Undertake all preparatory and cultivation work to maintain safe quality playing surfaces.

• Initial marking out and setting up of playing surfaces to a high standard undertaking all duties to ensure the best possible results are achieved.
• The safe use and operation of equipment and machinery used in grounds maintenance.
• Inform the supervisor and where instructed, take corrective action on mechanical defects or breakdown of equipment.
• At all times adhere to high standards in relation to Health and Safety upholding the Company policy in this respect.
• Undertake general grounds maintenance tasks in relation to the playing surface and surrounding areas.
• Ensure work area is kept clean, tidy and secure at all times.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and end users.
• When dealing with customers / clients / public uphold high standards of  customer care and attention at all times promoting the image of the Company.
• General Grounds Maintenance - Contribute to the upkeep/presentation of the site including verges, hedges & off-pitch areas.
• Mowing- Regular mowing of training areas using a variety of mowing equipment.
• Aeration, brushing, seeding- Use of tractor units & utility vehicles with a wide range of attachments utilised for turf care maintenance.
• To set-out & over mark pitches & pre-determined areas ready for play.
• Reinstatement of pitches- Divot repair work following play.
• Irrigation - Set-up & use both travelling & automated irrigation systems.
• Fertilising - Apply appropriate sports turf granular fertiliser as directed as part of an annual nutritional programme.
• Matchday preparation - Set-up goals, flags, etc. for scheduled matches at Development Squad & Academy levels.
• Artificial Surface Maintenance - Regular brushing/grooming 3G artificial surfaces using specialised equipment.

Safeguarding

1. Staff must evidence a commitment  to the safety and welfare of  children, young people  and  adults at risk regardless of their age, gender, language, religion, ethnic background or sexual identity and ensure the safety and protection of all children, young people and adults at risk taking part in any activity arranged by or in the name of the Club.

2. It is a requirement for staff to follow the  Club’s Safeguarding reporting procedures to report without delay, allegations of abuse, poor practice or which is or may, impact on the welfare of a child, young person or adult at risk.   After contacting and taking guidance from the Safeguarding Team, staff must use the Club’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS ) to record the concern within 24 hours unless directed to do otherwise.

Person Specification:

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas:

Essential (E) Desirable (D)

Qualifications/Experience:

• NVQ level 2 (or Equivalent) in Horticulture (E)
• Experience in working on professional sports grounds (D)
• PA 1, 2 and 6 Spraying (D)

Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:

• Team Player (E)
• Enthusiastic (E)
• Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure (E)
• Willingness to work outdoors and in all weathers (E)
• Able to accept and carryout instructions (E)

We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our creativity and delivers the best commercial performance. We are, therefore seeking applications from high quality people, whose backgrounds, experience and identity broadens and enhances the diversity of our company.

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of our staff.

We are committed to the principle of equality and equal opportunities in employment and have been accredited with the being Disability Confident Leader.   We will actively promote equality and equal opportunities in our business to ensure that individuals receive treatment that is fair and equitable and consistent with their relevant aptitudes, potential skills and abilities. Employees will be recruited and selected, promoted and trained on the basis of objective criteria.

How to apply

Please apply through our recruitment site at https://www.whufc.com/club/recruitment/vacancies by 31 October 2020. 

Vacancy: Senior Commercial Anti-Piracy Specialist

The role

The Media Partnership Management team services over 150 media partners across the suite of UEFA club competitions (UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Youth League, UEFA Futsal Champions League and UEFA Women’s Champions League). This is an exciting opportunity to work across all of the competitions and to be in direct contact with the global network of media rights partners.

The Commercial Anti-Piracy is a newly established unit and is not replacing any existing roles, you would therefore have the opportunity to shape the direction of the role and will be relied on for your expertise. You will be responsible for providing commercial guidance and support to the media partners so that they can best protect the rights to the full extent possible.

You will report to the Head of Media Partnership Management. As a member of the department’s leadership group, you will be expected to take a proactive approach, offering new ideas and assisting UEFA where relevant.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Building a deep understanding UEFA’s content protection programme and ensuring that the media partners have a clear understanding of it, while working closely with UEFA to support and develop it
• Discussing with the global network to understand and address their key challenges
• Providing commercial advice to current and future media rights holders to help protect the value of the rights
• Maintaining an open dialogue and providing regular updates to UEFA on the latest discussions
• Analysing performance and audience data to support the evaluation of new processes and tools
• Working closely with the Media Rights Sales team, attending meetings with media partners where relevant, to address issues relating to piracy and advise on suitable strategies to tackle it

The candidate

Understanding the global anti-piracy landscape, technologies and football ecosystem is essential for this role. Equally important is to be up to date with the pirates’ latest trends and strategies, and the most suitable solutions to combat them. The ideal candidate would have 10 years of experience with knowledge of, and an active interest in, media rights.

• The following would also be necessary:
• Deep technical understanding of anti-piracy
• Industry leading expertise and a proven track record in anti-piracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to establish relationships internally and externally at all levels
• The ability to consult our clients and influence decision-making
• Fluency in spoken and written English (mother tongue level)

The position will be based at TEAM’s offices in Lucerne and will involve some international travel.

How to apply

Are you a highly talented professional who wishes to further your career in an exciting, professional and international environment? If so, you are invited to send a complete Curriculum Vitae and cover letter to Silvia Pelli, HR Business Partner: recruiting@team.ch. 

Vacancy: Safeguarding Manager (maternity cover)

Contract type: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover)
Reports to: Head of Safeguarding
Location: Premier League offices, London W2 1HQ

Overview

The Premier League’s legal team is looking for a Safeguarding Manager to support the Head of Safeguarding with effective delivery of our safeguarding strategy. The Safeguarding Manager will be a key source of support and guidance on safeguarding and related issues across the organisation.

The right candidate will be a passionate safeguarding professional who will play a key role in our ongoing work to embed a culture whereby safeguarding is recognised as a shared responsibility across all areas of our work.

Who we are

The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The Premier League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in over 1 billion homes in 189 countries.

We have a wide variety of responsibilities. These include organising the competition and its Rule Book as well as managing the centralised broadcast and commercial rights. The work we do in conjunction with the Clubs also goes far beyond the 90 minutes. We support and provide a framework for youth development, we protect the organisation’s intellectual property, support the wider game and community programmes, undertake international development work and liaise with governing bodies and other leagues.

The role

• Support delivery of the organisation’s safeguarding strategy
• Proactively promote and raise safeguarding awareness and safer working practices
• Work with colleagues across the organisation to embed effective safeguarding arrangements in the planning, delivery and review of our activities  
• Implement safeguarding due diligence procedures in partnerships and commissioned services
• Support induction and onboarding procedures
• Provide general administration support, for example, maintenance of the safeguarding training calendar and logistics and supporting HR with safer recruitment processes
• Support effective management of safeguarding referrals
• Keep abreast of current safeguarding issues, legislation, statutory guidance and best practice
• Carry out other duties as may reasonably be required from time to time

Requirements for the role

• Extensive experience in the field of safeguarding and implementing effective safeguarding practices
• Experience of working with children and adults at risk around issues that affect their safety, welfare and wellbeing
• Person-centred approach and an understanding of the rights, needs and best interests of children and adults at risk
• Safeguarding case management experience and sound understanding of the roles and responsibilities of statutory authorities
• High level of integrity with the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters
• Ability to assess and analyse a variety of evidence both written and in other forms
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to effectively manage and deliver a diverse workload
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and first-class administrative skills
• Highly motivated with a positive solution focussed attitude

Nice-to-haves for the role

• Experience of safeguarding in sport

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

How to apply

To apply please submit your application via our careers website here. The closing date for applications is 1 November 2020.

Vacancy: Non-Executive Board Directors

Every three years London FA runs an open recruitment process to attract and recruit the best people for our Board. The time has come to open up applications for the next three-year term.

Whether you’re a lifelong football enthusiast, player, volunteer, coach or a corporate professional looking to volunteer your expertise, these roles are a fantastic way to support the development of grassroots football and its impact on people and communities across our great capital city.

There are seven (7) voluntary positions available on the London FA Board through this open recruitment process. These are 3 x Independent Non-Executive Directors and 4 x Non-Executive Football Directors. One of these positions can be a Finance & Risk Director.

For more information on these roles and the skills and experience we are looking for, please download the full application pack here.

How to apply

The application process is simple – please send a CV and covering letter identifying the role you wish to apply for, explain why you wish to apply and why you think you are suitable for the role to the CEO, Paul Bickerton, at Paul.Bickerton@londonfa.com. 

For an informal discussion regarding any of these positions please contact the CEO, Paul Bickerton, on the email address above.

The closing date is 17:00 (UK local time) on Friday 30 October 2020.

Vacancy: Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Contract type: Permanent, full time
Reports to: Executive Director
Key relationships: PL Executive Leadership Team (ELT) members and advisors, Senior Executives and relevant staff at Premier League Clubs, PL Head of Policy and Supporter Relations, Equality and inclusion bodies e.g. Kick It Out, Stonewall, Level Playing Field, Football partners and applicable fan groups at national and club level, Relevant parliamentarians, policy officials and statutory non-departmental public bodies e.g. EHRC
Location: Premier League offices, London W2 1HQ

Overview

The Premier League’s legal team is looking for a Safeguarding Manager to support the Head of Safeguarding with effective delivery of our safeguarding strategy. The Safeguarding Manager will be a key source of support and guidance on safeguarding and related issues across the organisation.

The right candidate will be a passionate safeguarding professional who will play a key role in our ongoing work to embed a culture whereby safeguarding is recognised as a shared responsibility across all areas of our work.

Who we are

The Premier League is creating a new post of Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, to co-ordinate our policies and programmes in this vital area. The recruitment process for this post was paused in early 2020 due to COVID-19 and we are now in a position to recommence our search.

We are firmly committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and using the power and popularity of the League to deal with discrimination in football. Together with our clubs, we are proud of the diversity throughout the Premier League, in the stands, on the pitch and within our communities. However, while good progress has been made in partnership with a range of stakeholders, we are also aware that much more needs to be done, and the Premier League is committed to further promoting EDI throughout our competition and beyond

The role remit

• Encouraging and supporting best practice at Clubs
• Liaising with external partners and leading on the EDI campaigns and programmes that we deliver with them, including Stonewall and Kick It Out;
• Liaising with other football stakeholders on EDI ambitions across the game, including the EFL, FA, PFA and LMA;
• Working with colleagues at the Premier League on EDI matters.

Under our banner of ‘This is Everyone’s Game’, the successful candidate will help drive meaningful policy and practice to underpin campaigns such as ‘No Room for Racism’ and ‘Rainbow Laces’.

The scope of the work that is delivered in this role is broad and the postholder will need to be adept at leading campaigns and programmes, operational efficiency, stakeholder collaboration and driving forward ambitious plans. Whilst vital support will be provided across the Premier League business function, much of the work delivered in this role will be externally facing and the postholder will need to be dynamic and responsive to the work that we do across our clubs and with our partners.

The role will have a broad remit:

• Extensive experience in the field of safeguarding and implementing effective safeguarding practices
• Experience of working with children and adults at risk around issues that affect their safety, welfare and wellbeing
• Person-centred approach and an understanding of the rights, needs and best interests of children and adults at risk
• Safeguarding case management experience and sound understanding of the roles and responsibilities of statutory authorities
• High level of integrity with the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters
• Ability to assess and analyse a variety of evidence both written and in other forms
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills to effectively manage and deliver a diverse workload
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and first-class administrative skills
• Highly motivated with a positive solution focussed attitude

The role

Main duties include but are not limited to:

1. Supporting the development of the Premier League’s EDI strategy and developing operational guidance across the Premier League to embed and facilitate best practice, including meeting legislative and regulatory requirements.

2. Coordinating current and proposed PL policies and practices to promote equality, diversity and inclusion and to tackle discrimination. This will involve setting KPIs and working with multiple PL departmental areas (including Policy, Supporter Relations, Football, Youth and Community, Communications and Marketing) as well as clubs, football partners and external stakeholders, to support and enhance a range of programmes and practices aimed at achieving those KPIs.

3. Working with partners where EDI issues form part of the relationship and/or joint initiatives e.g. with the PFA, LMA, PGMOL, broadcast/commercial partners, Sport England, the British Council, Government Departments.

4. Collaborating with colleagues to guide our work and oversee operational delivery of our programmes with specific stakeholders and partners where EDI issues are the main element of the relationship e.g. EHRC, Kick It Out, Stonewall, Level Playing Field.

5. Leading the ongoing development and implementation of the PL Equality Standard (PLES) which is undertaken by clubs, including:
- Policy, data evaluation, and training
- Developing league-wide summaries of PLES progress
- Oversight of governance procedures including club support/submissions and a thorough Independent Panel and assessment process
- Oversight of the appointed PLES delivery partner and management of any other organisations / consultants commissioned to help deliver the PLES, including project management and administration

6. Working with The FA and EFL on cross-football EDI issues.

7. Supporting processes for regular consultation and two-way communication with key groups / individuals so that complex issues are understood and appreciated; with relevant, meaningful strategies and initiatives implemented and continuously improved. Groups will range from players, managers and supporters, to those connected to our programmes in communities and schools.

8. Working closely with our Policy and Supporter Relations team, Marketing Department, Football Department, Communications and Online teams in assisting the development and delivery of specific inclusion programmes.  

9. Championing an ongoing culture of equality and inclusion across all business functions, working with Premier League HR and members of ELT to ensure that the League, as an organisation, adheres to an agreed Equality Standard.

The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All appointments will be made based on merit.

Requirements for the role

EDI experience

- Significant experience of managing complex stakeholder relationships and programmes, with an appreciation of the importance of EDI in corporate organisations
- Evidence of a person-centred approach with an understanding of the rights, needs and best interests of groups currently under-represented within the Premier League

Operational experience

- Proven record of operational delivery across programmes
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels.
- Good management skills, including the ability to direct, organise, schedule and budget for a variety of projects and partner matters often at the same time
- Excellent organisational skills, commitment to team-work, and approach to partnership delivery and activation

Professional and interpersonal skills

- Excellent interpersonal, relationship management and influencing skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Creative in thinking, with a flexible, pragmatic approach to problem solving and negotiation
- Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Good knowledge of IT systems and programmes (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- High level of integrity with the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential matters
- Willingness to travel within England and Wales

Nice-to-haves for the role

- Interest in and knowledge of football/elite sport

- Media awareness

How to apply

To apply please submit your application via our careers website here. The closing date for applications is 30 October 2020.

Vacancy: U18 Academy Physiotherapist

Term: Permanent
Department: Academy
Location: Trillion Trophy Training Centre, Redhill Road, Birmingham, B38 9EL
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Hours of work: Hours are set to meet the needs of the business but are a min of 37.5 hours per week

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our Club for an Academy Physiotherapist to join the Academy department.

Responsibilities are as follows:

Core responsibilities

• Communicate and promote the Academy culture creating an elite environment for the development of young players.
• Have consistently high standards.
• Communicate and engage with parents/guardians where appropriate.
• Attend all professional development events.
• Actively engage in a fully functioning competency framework and integrated appraisal
  process.
• Monitor the wellbeing of Academy players at all times liaising with the Safeguarding Services
  Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all the Policies and Procedures contained within the Staff Handbook,
  paying particular regard to the Equal Opportunities Policy and Health & Safety Policy and procedures at all times.

Essential Experience:

• Implementation of Sport Science and Medicine strategy across all the development phases.
• Assessment and management of injuries and illnesses to all our Academy Players, including relevant referral to internal and external health professionals.
• Management, design, and implementation (in liaison with Head of Sport Science and Medicine) of the medical, orthopaedic and movement screening programmes for U18 players.
• Conduct appropriate screening of trialists to assist with recruitment.
• Design and dissemination of individual injury prevention programmes.
• The delivery of individual and group prehabilitation services to our Academy players.
• Provision of medical cover for training and match day for U9-U23 fixtures.
• Contribution to the player performance reviews within the PMA.
• Accurate recording of all injuries on the Medical Injury Database and Academy Online Management Tool. To ensure that medical notes are complete and confidential.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of work conducted with athletes and coaches on the PMA and One Drive.
• To include current medical status, medical notes, rehabilitation and prehabilitation programmes, medical/orthopaedic/movement screen results, individual physical targets and session content and attendance.
• Collate, analyse, and feedback relevant medical information to the appropriate Club staff for all Academy players. This is to include updates on injured players, rehabilitation programmes, return to train/play dates and injury audits (but must respect and abide by medical confidentiality laws).
• Work effectively with other support staff and services, including doctors/sport science services, to provide an integrated approach to performance enhancement.
• Attendance at all team meetings and active inclusion in discussions.
• Design and implementation (in liaison with Head of Sport Science and Medicine) of an Emergency Action Plan for each site that training/matches occur (where we are the “home” team).
• Identify areas for development and work closely with the Academy Management Team,
• Multi-Disciplinary Teams to ensure necessary performance standards are met and developed.
• Collate, analyse, and feedback relevant medical information to the appropriate Club staff for all Academy players. This is to include updates on injured players, rehabilitation programmes, return to train/play dates and injury audits (but must respect and abide by medical confidentiality laws).
• Work effectively with other support staff and services, including doctors/sport science services, to provide an integrated approach to performance enhancement.
• Attendance at all team meetings and active inclusion in discussions.
• Design and implementation (in liaison with Head of Sport Science and Medicine) of an Emergency Action Plan for each site that training/matches occur (where we are the “home” team).
• Identify areas for development and work closely with the Academy Management Team, Multi-Disciplinary Teams to ensure necessary performance standards are met and developed.

Individual responsibilities

• Lead on the management of injuries to U18 players (in liaison with the Head of Academy Sport Science and Medicine)
• Co-ordinate the responsibilities and organisation of the Physiotherapy Interns; disseminate their rota and the schedule for prehabilitation sessions. Monitor and appraise their performance.

Staff development 

• Observation of the junior members of staff, Academy Graduate Physiotherapist, part time Physiotherapists and Physiotherapy Interns, to provide guidance.
• Assist the Senior Academy Physiotherapist in the appraisal of the part time physiotherapists.
• Delivery of at least one internal professional development event for the medical department, one for the part time medical staff and one for the multidisciplinary team.

Person specification - Academic qualifications - Essential requirements 

• BSc (Hons) Degree in Physiotherapy
• CSP Member
• HCPC registered

Technical - Professional qualifications - Essential requirements

• FA Advanced Trauma and medical Management in Football (previously AREA)
• FA Safeguarding qualification.
• Current DBS clearance

Desirable requirements

• FA Level 1 Psychology Award

Skils and abilities - essential requirements

• Knowledge of musculoskeletal assessment and rehabilitation of elite level paediatric athletes
• Ability to analyse and interpret movement patterns and posture
• Experience and understanding of injury prevention
• Able to work autonomously to manage your caseload
• Excellent computer literacy, specifically in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of working within an elite Football Academy

Desirable requirements

• Forward thinking mindset to developing the department and programme
• Understanding of the Elite Player Performance Plan and the PMA application.

Personal requirements

• Demonstrate the ability to mix with different departments effectively communicating and distributing information
• Honesty
• Hard working
• Organised
• Flexibility of working week
• Evidence of a commitment to individual professional development

Terms of appointment

• 37.5 hours per week
• 20 days annual leave (rising by 1 day per completed year of service, up to a maximum of 25 days, plus 8 statutory bank holidays) + 8 statutory bank holidays
• Up to 6 months’ probation

Special conditions

• Flexibility with working hours required to meet demands of the role
• Full and clean UK driving licence

Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be considered for the role. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Under the Disclosure and Barring Service and in accordance with the Club’s own rules regarding Safeguarding the post-holder will be required to meet minimum criteria regarding Safeguarding and a Disclosure and Barring Check will be required in this post. Exceptions Order to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 applies.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Birmingham City F C is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community.

Desirable Experience:

• A desire to develop and learn through CPD.
• Experience in presenting quantified biomechanics.

Essential Qualifications (including certifications):

• Related Sports Science degree or equivalent experience.

Desirable Qualifications (including certifications):

• Coaching experience/qualifications.
• PASMA: Towers for users

Essential Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (team, coach and player interaction).
• Good Team player – Desire to develop others within your team.
• A strong work ethic and proactive attitude within the role.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence to lead the delivery of analysis sessions.
• Quality Focus – takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work.
• Drive and Energy – demonstrates enthusiasm and is personally committed to achieving objectives set.
• Self-Motivated - able to work off own initiative as well as follow guidance and instruction.
• Self Development – is receptive to feedback about own behaviour, strengths and areas for improvement.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience using data visualisation packages.
• Creative mind-set with strong presentation skills.
• Multi-lingual.

What do you get in return?

If you are successful you can look forward to a healthy benefits package;

• Access to x2 free match tickets for every home league game
• 25 days’ holiday per year
• Life Assurance Cover of 2x salary.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Incentivised Private Medical Insurance Scheme.
• Child Care Vouchers.
• Worldwide Travel Insurance.
• Free onsite parking.
• Discounted Southampton Football Club merchandise.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role (job ref Q-014330).

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if a high volume of applicants are received.

Vacancy: Full-time Graduate Programme

Programme overview

This is more than a world-class training scheme, with professional qualifications, it’s also a permanent job that gives you a market-leading salary, benefits and endless opportunities for learning, development and progression. You’ll work with clients from the start, on projects that have a genuine impact. You’ll be thinking and innovating with colleagues across the firm to solve fascinating problems.

What you need

Academic requirements

You will need to have obtained or be studying towards at least a 2:1 in any degree discipline, and have graduated by September 2021, as well as achieved at least 104 UCAS points (260 UCAS points pre-2017) for your A levels (or equivalent), at least a grade 4 (C) in English language and at least a grade 5 (B) in Maths in your GCSEs (or equivalent).

Our requirements vary for a few specialist roles and therefore please read the programme specific requirements on your registration form. If you do chose a role that you do not meet the programme specific requirements for, please know you are able to go back and choose a new role.

Application deadline

Please click here to apply. Applications for our Graduate Scheme, Summer Vacation Scheme and Industrial Placements will close on will close on Friday 6 November 2020. However, we will close roles prior to this date should we receive a large volume of applications; therefore, we advise applying as soon as possible.

Vacancy: Casual Academy Physiotherapists/Sports Therapists (Casual)

Location: Sparrows Lane Training Ground, South East London or as required
Hours: Evenings and weekends

The club is seeking qualified Physiotherapists or Sports Therapists to deliver medical provision for our academy age-groups. This includes training sessions, injury clinics and match day medical cover for the foundation and youth development phases.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support the delivery of injury prevention, injury surveillance, and individual rehabilitation.

You will hold a BSc degree in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or a related field and also hold relevant first aid qualifications. FA safeguarding and DBS certification will also be required.  More advanced pitch-side pre-hospital care qualifications would be desirable, such as the FA ITMMiF or ATMMiF qualification (or equivalent). 

Key responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with the Lead Academy Physiotherapist and Academy Physiotherapist for provision of all physiotherapy duties associated with the U9-U16 teams
• Provide physiotherapy cover for tournaments, friendlies and weekend fixtures
• To manage medical provision at oversees and UK tournaments
• Assist with player screening and testing
• Provide pitch-side cover for evening and weekend training sessions
• Liaise with coaching staff regarding player availability and progress
• Deliver clinics and rehabilitation to individuals and small groups
• Keep accurate records of all injuries as well as treatment, prevention and rehab sessions and record them on the club’s electronic medical records database (PMA)
• Communicate with full-time medical staff on academy injures and management
• Keep up to date records of injury surveillance and player availability
• Maintain excellent communication with full-time medical staff to maintain exceptional standards in player care
• Assist with pitch- and gym-based athletic development
• Take part in CPD and attend in-house developmental training
• Maintain a professional appearance and approach to club duties, at all times

Main job requirements and person specification

Education/Qualifications/Training:

• BSc degree in Physiotherapy/Sports Therapy (E)
• Registration with appropriate governing body (HCPC/CSP or STT) (E)
• Advanced First Aid (AREA/ATMMiF or ITMiFF) (D)
• FA Safeguarding Children Certificate (D)
• This a casual position that will require you to work evenings and weekends.

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

Vacancy: Sales Assistants

We are currently recruiting staff for the 2020/21 season. Both full and part-time positions are available in the Elland Road and City Centre retail stores.

Job Role

The main objective of the role is to support the store management team ensuring that the store's work is completed on time and to company standard.

Key Responsibilities  

• Deliver a positive and friendly customer experience 
• Assisting customers to find products and give advice on product selection 
• Handle basic complaints 
• Replenishment of stock ensuring merchandise standards met 
• Till operations

Teamwork and communication  

• Work productively within a team to achieve collaborative goals 
• Communicate effectively with peers 
• Be a positive, respectful and helpful team member

Required knowledge, skills and experience

• Previous retail experience not essential
• Strong communication skills
• An awareness of our brand

How to apply

Interested applicants should email a copy of their CV to chris.shepherd@leedsunited.com.

Vacancy: Football Education Coach - Casual

Job purpose

To coach and deliver across all Football Education programs in the UK (and Internationally where relevant). 

Please note this role is a casual position which means work is offered on an ad-hoc basis. Most of our work in the Football Education Programmes fall within school holidays and summer periods.

Key responsibilities

• To ensure all the Manchester City coaching philosophy, methodology and principles are incorporated into the delivery of the program  
• To support the lead staff pre, during and post the delivery
• To deliver the coaching program provided to the highest standard and in a professional manner
• To work both individually and collectively as part of a team in ensuring the project is delivered to the required levels and expectations

General responsibilities

• To organise, structure and deliver the coaching program in a standard that represents Manchester City
• To maintain professional conduct always in both on and off field environments

Compliance with City Football Group & local partner Safeguarding policies

• This role involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults in a regulated activity (or near children and/or vulnerable adults).
• This means that the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold both the Club’s and the local partners commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people.

Key relationships

• Coaching Manager
• Operations Manager UK
• Program Manager

Scope of job

• To communicate and educate players, coaches and teachers in the understanding and delivery of a Football Education program

Qualifications: The level of educational, professional and/or occupational training required.

• UEFA B License (Level 3) or working towards
• Member of a FA to maintain their Coach License
• Education in sports coaching or teaching
• Post-holder must hold or obtain at the earliest opportunity the relevant safeguarding training (i.e. FA Safeguarding Children Workshop)
• Post-holder will be subject a DBS check at the appropriate level and cleared by the Manchester City Safeguarding Officer

Experience & Knowledge: proven record of experience, profession or specialism.

• To have experience in a football environment both locally and Internationally
• To have proven experience working with players from varying backgrounds and cultures
• To have experience implementing and developing a football coaching syllabus
• Demonstrate experience and knowledge of planning, delivering and reviewing sessions
• To have knowledge and understanding of player development and the four-corner model
• To have experience working within a professional Football Club or sporting organisation

General skills & attributes: Flexibility, communication skills, working individually & in a team. 

• To have flexibility to travel when required to support projects both in the UK and Internationally
• The ability to create a positive working environment that represents Manchester City and the local partner in the marketplace
• To demonstrate how to coach and develop players of differing levels of ability
• To communicate to players on and off the field and in a variety of settings such as informal, formal, individual or groups
• To be organised in planning, preparation and execution within a project
• To self-review sessions with individual players
• To have the ability to evaluate and review programs on completion

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this role.

City Football Group promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview. 

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The City Football Group is fully committed to safeguarding children and other vulnerable people across our business. As such, appointment to this post may be subject to Safer Recruitment processes including a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and prior to taking up the role.

If you have any further questions about the role or your application, please contact Careers@CityFootball.com. 

Vacancy: Academy Minibus Drivers

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy at Watford Football Club. We are looking to recruit a number of minibus drivers, to work as part of our professional driving team, on an ad-hoc basis.

We have numerous young players who receive their schooling within Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas, alongside their football education. You will play a key role in providing transport for the players either to or from training and designated pick up points or from their educational provider, along a designated route. In addition, there is the possibility for weekend work, driving teams to away fixtures to various venues across the country.

Hourly rate of pay: £9.00 per hour
Location: Watford FC Training Ground, London Colney and surrounding areas
Type: Casual Worker Agreement
Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK

You must have:

• D1 Minibus Licence or completed MiDAS course
• Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding for children - be willing to complete a Safeguarding workshop
• Willing to go through an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check with children’s barred list

Download the full job advert here.

How to apply
1. Please download and complete the Club application form located here.
2. Please send completed application form, cover letter detailing why you would be suitable for the role, a copy of all relevant qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and your CV via email to hradmin@watfordfc.com or by post to HR Admin, Watford Football Club, Vicarage Road Stadium, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0ER.

Vacancy: Casual Matchday Steward

The Club is currently seeking exceptional Stewards to work on matchdays/major events on a casual basis at Emirates Stadium. You will operate as an ambassador for the Club and provide a best in class service in order to enhance the fan and customer experience, whilst ensuring safety and security standards are maintained at all times.

Suitable candidates should be smart, friendly and confident when dealing with members of the public.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preventing unauthorised entry into the Stadium
• Ticket checks following protocol
• Ensuring safe entry and exit of fans
• Manage, monitor and control crowds safely
• Monitoring exit gates, lifts & staircases
• Manage conflict and queue management
• Offer fans and guests exceptional matchday experience

Successful applicants on a casual worker basis must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Skills and expertise - relevant customer service experience
• Fan and customer focus - ability to communicate effectively with all guest types
• Teamwork and drive results - working in a fast paced and busy environment, desire to achieve targets
• Live the values - live and breathe 'The Arsenal Way', have an understanding of football, and be able to demonstrate Club knowledge and history is desirable
• The availability and flexibility to work evenings, weekdays and weekends.
• Be prepared to work in all weather conditions.
• Please note successful applicants will be required to undergo Right to work, reference checks and DBS check.

Successful applicants will be sent an email confirming they are through to the next stage in due course

How to apply

Please click on the link here to apply for this position. This is an ongoing recruitment process so there is no current closing date for applications.

Arsenal FC is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and its policies for recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion are designed to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, ethnic and national origin, disability or gender reassignment.