Job Title: Set PieceCoach
Department:First Team
ReportingTo: First Team Head Coach / Director ofFootball
Location:Training Ground Jersey Road TW50TP
Salary:Negotiable
Brentford FC is a bitdifferent to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fansfirst we are a true community club and while we are financiallysustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We takehuge pride in our environment and culture within the Club whichfocuses on development inclusion and not being afraid to thinkdifferently.
Being progressive humble andrespectful while sticking together as one team across the Clubguides how we work and the decisions we make eachday.
We also firmly believe that a diverseworkforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideassolve problems and ultimately grow BrentfordFC.
We play in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes fromHeathrow in vibrant west London.
We will neverforget where we have come from but we are excited about the futurethat lies ahead.
Come joinus.
InclusionStatement
Brentford FC is anorganisation which values and is passionate about diversity andinclusivity. Whilst our recruitment decisions are always based onmerit and suitability we welcome and encourage applications fromqualified candidates including those from underrepresented groupssuch as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds women those fromthe LGBTQ community and those with disabilities. Should you requireany workplace accommodations (also known as reasonable adjustments)you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriatepoints in the hiringprocess.
SafeguardingStatement
Brentford FC iscommitted to equality the safeguarding and welfare of all childrenand adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff andvolunteers at the club safeguarding is everyones responsibility.Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding trainingto enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. Thisrole requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies anduphold the clubs commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people toensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timelyreporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. Weremind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offenceto apply for such positions.
Pleasenote that where appropriate for the role you may be required tocomplete additional background checks such as Disclosure andBarring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time livingor working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find outmore about this at
Please also note that aCV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not beconsidered where the application form has not been completed infull.
If the roleyou are applying for involves regulated activity and you have beenshortlisted for a first stage interview you will be asked to fillout a Declaration of OffencesForm.
The Role ofSet Piece Coach
The successfulcandidate will be responsible for the design implementation andreview of our offensive set piece strategy including corners kicksfree kicks and throw ins from all areas of thepitch.
MainAccountabilities
* Takeownership for maintaining and improving the Brentford FC Set PiecePlay Book.
* Be responsible for embedding the setpiece principles based on the Play Book into the first team squadvia on the grass coaching team and group analysis sessions andonetoone analysis and coaching with individualplayers.
* Analyse upcoming first team opponentsand design strategies to maximise our set piece output againstthose opponents aligned to our set pieceprinciples.
* Working with the head coach designthe training week to ensure that sufficient coaching time goes intoworking with the players on the grass to finalise the set piecestrategy for the next opponent.
* Ensure that allset piece coaching is high energy engaging detailed and clear forthe players.
* Take a lead role on match days toprovide clear information to the players before and during the gameand analyse our opponents defensive set piece setup to ensurerealtime adjustments are made to our strategy in order to maximiseour opportunities and make use of our keystrengths.
* Review our set piece performanceafter every game and feedback to staff and players about ourstrengths and weaknesses.
* Advise therecruitment team about requirements for new players aligned to theset piece strategy and spend time watching and reporting onpotential future signings.
* Keep abreast ofother teams set piece strategies and use this to take inspirationfor developing and improving the Set Piece PlayBook.
* Work with our analysts and datadepartment to continually review and improve the metrics by whichwe measure our set piece strengths andweaknesses.
* As requested by the Director ofFootball provide analysis and key metrics regarding set pieces foruse in board meetings strategy meetings or any other relevantmeeting or report.
* Adopt a positive andprogressive attitude to set pieces around the training ground andtake a lead role to ensure that all players and staff understandthe importance of set pieces for theClub.
* Ensure any contact and interaction withplayers complies with the Clubs Safeguarding Policy and that anyconcerns are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriatechannels.
General ClubAccountabilities
* Providesupport and feedback to the Head Coach and other first teamcoaching department members to ensure detailed and highqualitycoaching is given to the players.
* To ensurecompliance with all safeguarding and player welfare processes.
* To ensure compliance with the Clubs Staff Codeof Conduct.
* To promote equity diversity andinclusion at the Club in line with our EDIstrategy
* Adopt a positive and cando attitude atall times and bring energy and confidence to the training groundand stadium environments.
* Ensure thatsufficient time and attention is given to all mandatory trainingprovided by the Club the Premier League or any other key partner.
* Dedicate time to personal development andimprovement both inside and outside of the Brentfordenvironment.
KeyInternalRelationships
* FirstTeam Head Coach
* First Team CoachingStaff
* AnalysisDepartment
* Director ofFootball
PersonSpecification Essential PersonalCharacteristics
* Apositive engaging and motivatedpersonality.
* Attention todetail.
* Able to communicate clearly andconcisely with players andstaff.
Closing date forapplications: Monday 6 May2024