The Henley College is seeking a motivated and experienced High Performance Football Manager to lead the College's High Performance Football Programme, delivered in partnership with Wycombe Wanderers Foundation. The post holder will provide strategic, technical and operational leadership across multiple squads, ensuring a high-quality student-athlete experience that integrates elite football performance with outstanding academic outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Provide strategic and technical leadership across the High Performance Football Programme
* Line manage college coaching staff and performance analysts
* Provide technical alignment for partner coaches from Wycombe Wanderers Foundation
* Develop and continuously review an evidence-led performance programme
* Monitor student-athlete academic attendance (minimum 95%) and progress
* Lead recruitment, trials and talent identification activities
* Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and First Aid/Sudden Cardiac Arrest compliance
* Maintain accurate records and reporting on programme performance
Qualifications
* Holds a UEFA B Licence (minimum)
* Has experience coaching within a performance or academy environment
* Demonstrates strong leadership, organisation and communication skills
* Understands long-term athlete development principles
* Committed to safeguarding, student welfare and academic success
* Flexible and proactive with a positive, professional outlook
About the College
The Henley College is a leading sixth form college serving learners across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire. Located in the heart of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organisation driven by our values of High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork (HEART).
Benefits
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Free onsite gym
* 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre
* On-site cafés
* 24/7 wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing Continuous Professional Development
The Henley College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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