The club are looking for a part-time Academy Youth Coach.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- JOB TITLE: ACADEMY YOUTH COACH
- SECTION: ACADEMY
- REMUNERATION: TBC
- CONTRACT TYPE: PART TIME / 6-10 HOURS PER WEEK
- ACCOUNTABLE/REPORTS TO: HEAD OF YOUTH
JOB OVERVIEW
To be responsible for implementing and delivering the Academy philosophy and player development programme for the Falkirk FC Academy. To play a key role in developing players technically, tactically, physically and mentally for future progression within the academy and club.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, prepare and deliver coaching sessions which align with the Academy’s Player Development Plan and overall philosophy
- Plan, prepare and deliver all match day preparation and match day activity
- Deliver individual player and team performance video analysis sessions
- Be responsible for maintenance of all training and match equipment
- Record relevant player information and statistics for use at player review meetings
- Maintain good levels of communication with all members of academy staff
- Be presentable, smart and personable at all times when representing the Academy and the
- football club
- Undertake all reasonable tasks assigned by the Head of Youth
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Committed, enthusiastic and passionate about the development of players within the Academy
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as using one’s own initiative
- Understanding working environment of the Academy and Falkirk FC
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a variety of personnel across the Academy and the Club
- Able to communicate effectively with players, parents and fellow staff members at all levels
- An understanding of a range of teaching / learning styles to optimize the development of players within the Academy
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum: UEFA B license
Preferred: UEFA A License / UEFA Elite Youth A License
TO APPLY
If you are interested in the role, please send a CV and Cover Letter to Tony Begg, Falkirk FC Head of Youth, via email tony.begg@falkirkfc.co.uk
Closing date for applications is Wednesday 15th February 5pm
