Role Summary This is an exciting opportunity for a committed, ambitious, and motivated coach to assist our current Under 16’s Manager within the JPL format. Prospective candidates should be able to communicate well with others, including players, parents and coaching staff. They should ideally have previous experience with coaching women and girls although all experience will be considered. Key Job Outcomes • To assist the delivery, and communication of the girls U16’s JPL team which includes the delivery of training sessions, fixtures, trials and other additional opportunities/events. • Support and liaise with the U16s Head Coach and Girls Programme Manager and other coaching/management staff when required. • Deliver feedback to the Womens first team manager on player progression and development. • To comply with all regulatory requirements. • Support and promote a safe environment for all. Report any safeguarding concerns to the appropriate nominated individual at the earliest opportunity. • Consistently evaluate players’ learning and development. Deliver honest and constructive feedback to players and parents, encouraging improvement and progression opportunities. • To actively keep and grow positive relationships with local grassroots clubs. • To uphold the wider CUFC club ethos, delivering the brand standards of outstanding customer service whilst ensuring a clear and effective line of communication is maintained across the team and club. • To promote and market all Club activities and programmes by appropriate means, as requested. You will be assisted with this by the Communications Manager and the other Club staff team members. About The Candidate Person Specification Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Desirable FA Level 1 coaching badge X UEFA C Coaching Badge X Introduction to First Aid qualification X FA Safeguarding children workshop X Experienced in talent ID X Experience of delivering excellent customer services X IT Skills, including Outlook, Word and Powerpoint X Experience of working with player/parents in football environments X Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams X Has an understanding of how elite players are developed X Personal Qualities/Attributes Hardworking and enthusiastic X Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail X Reliable and committed X Ability to work independently and as part of a team X Able to communicate effectively X Willingness to work weekday evenings X Excellent team player and motivator X About The Club Mission, Vision & Values Mission Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community. We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations. Vision Creating Memories We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments. Driving Standards & Performance We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education. Enhancing Lives We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport. Values We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values. Teamwork We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour. Hard Work We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do. Humility We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective. Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks. The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdamHzihFKiJc55iuafWzaS_D74SpwW-ml7qBS4mdb6eJBKtQ/viewform