Organisation Bristol City FC. Salary £8,000 per annum Location SGS College WISE Campus, BS34 8LP Contract type Permanent (Part time) Closing date 14 December 2025 Job Description DEPARTMENT : BCWFC Academy ETC
CONTRACT : Part Time, 8 hours per week
We are looking for an aspirational, enthusiastic and committed individual to lead & inspire an environment where any player is welcome, & possibility is encouraged via a systematic approach to identifying emerging talent. The successful candidate will support the ETC Centre Manager & wider ETC staff team in identifying, developing & transitioning top talent from the ETC environment into the BCWFC Club pathway and support the creation & adaptation of a long-term player development pathway model that prepares players for progression & success, in & outside of football.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with the Centre Manager, Coaching team & wider support staff to deliver an exceptional ETC programme that reflects the BCWFC club-wide purpose to nurture & develop home-grown talent.
* Design, implement & regularly review a technical syllabus which aligns with the BCWFC values & mission, in consideration of modern player development strategies
* Contribute to the annual ETC audit process alongside the Centre Manager and complete Pathway monitoring tasks in line with club policy & PGAAC regulations
* Attend annual ETC-focussed CPD events led by the FA & be accountable for sharing knowledge with the wider ETC staff team
* Lead on communication to, & education for parents via online & in-person meetings / workshops to enhance the player development experience (including an annual parent / player induction)
* Mentor ETC coaches & mentee coaches to develop them in line with the BCWFC Coaching Competency Framework
* Lead on the implementation & use of the ETC Development Wheel to support player IDPs.
* Lead on the organisation of calendar updates for staff, players, parents & carers
* In collaboration with the Centre Manager, ensure there is always sufficient staffing across the ETC age groups
* Plan & deliver high-quality pitch sessions & gameday coaching in line with the BCWFC Blueprint
* Alongside the Centre Manager, ensure a well-rounded games programme is fulfilled for all age groups.
* Provide input into selection processes & actively engage in exit strategies for released players
* Attend all training sessions, fixtures & team events across the season for all age groups
Qualifications and Skills
ESSENTIAL
* Experience of working in a High-Performance football environment with youth players
* Coach development & mentoring experience
* Attention to detail in relation to the on & off field elements of coaching & performance
* UEFA B Licence
* FA Safeguarding Children
* In-date DBS (An enhanced DBS check will be carried out)
* FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
* Driving licence & the ability to travel independently
* Strong understanding of safeguarding guidelines
* Strong understanding of the FA rules & regulations in relation to Emerging Talent Centres, player recruitment & registration, & formal exit strategies
* Be able to work as part of a team but also lead on own initiative.
* Have empathy, be supportive and encouraging to developing others, always working with integrity
* Have an open / growth mindset
* Be an honest, clear communicator
* Enthusiastic and able to engage with academy / college student and staff
DESIRABLE
* FA Advanced Youth Award Emergency
* First Aid in Football (EFAiF) Qualification
* Experience of providing individualised feedback to players & staff (IDPs)
* Experience with programme audits & player registration platformsKnowledge and experience of using the ETC Development Wheel Player Analysis Tool
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