Job title: Academy Casual Pre-Academy Coach
Hours of Work: Casual
Department: Academy Recruitment
Location: Throp Arch, Wetherby
Responsible to: Head of Local Recruitment
DBS: Yes (Enhanced)
Contract type: Worker
Role Summary
The Pre-Academy Coach will deliver fun developmental sessions tailored to their environment and also be a part of the talent identification process for players.
The role will be working with the top talent in the region, the person for this role will have the responsibility of not only delivering sessions but building strong connections with the best talent.
This role is part time and includes evening work and the candidate must be flexible and adaptable to differing seasonal work patterns.
Role Responsibilities
* To plan & deliver fun developmental sessions for players. •
* Attend any CPD/meetings as directed by the Head of Local Recruitment
* Provide key support to our Head of Local 7-14 assessment of young players aged 7-14 in local football including grassroots, schools, private academies.To work collectively with a team of staff to create a professional welcomingenvironment
* To provide written player reports when required
* Develop an internal knowledge of current LUFC Academy players •
* To contribute to any projects• Promote a positive identity of LUFC to parents & players.
Required Relevant Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Working knowledge and coaching experience
* FA level 2 in Coaching Football
* Use of technology
* Strong communication and relationship building skills.
Required Personal Attributes
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Reliable, punctual & honest
* Excellent communication skills
* Positivity and objectiveness
* Ability to use initiative and be creative
* Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
* Confident and assertive
* Ambition, passion and willingness to learn