Overview
Football Development Officer (Education) Worcestershire Football Association is responsible for governing, administering and developing football across Worcestershire and has been doing so since 1893. We work alongside clubs, leagues, players, coaches and referees to enhance the game for everyone.
Role Description
We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and flexible individual to support the delivery of our strategy. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the required knowledge, experience and values to lead on the planning, administration and delivery of Education across Worcestershire Football. In addition, the role will lead our wider Coach Development strategy by working with our team of tutors and developers to enhance coaching within grassroots clubs.
Job Purpose
* To implement the County strategy to support, retain and grow a network of valued coaches, volunteers and the wider football workforce
* To organise, administer and promote a comprehensive Education offer for Worcestershire football
* To engage with 3-star and 2-star England Football Accredited clubs to support Coach Development and the Thriving Community Club programme
* To engage with clubs to develop internal Club Coach Leads to include training and quality assurance
Important information
* Applicants MUST have a UEFA B Coaching qualification (or currently be working towards)
PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a practical coaching role but includes a focus on the strategy and approach to Coach Development (which is why the successful applicant will need to hold, or currently be working towards, a UEFA B coaching qualification). The successful candidate will be responsible for all administration of Education courses/events/workshops for Worcestershire football, including but not limited to: Coach Education, Referee Education and wider football workforce education.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
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