The role is to provide Wrexham AFC Women with a best in class performance analysis programme. This programme will aim to enhance the teams overall performance, aid individual player development, improve efficiency and player learning that places emphasis on the clubs playing philosophy. This is an opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic and driven individual who can work collaboratively and possesses excellent analytical and technical skills.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Work alongside Women and U19 coaching staff to develop and evolve the playing philosophy of the club.
* Oversee the collection, analysis and presentation of technical and tactical data to inform coaching decisions, game preparation and performance reviews.
* Create detailed opposition profiles to present to staff and players, identifying trends and utilising data and video clips.
* Utilise live data insights to identify key trends and advise on tactical adjustments in game, providing clips for half time feedback.
* Objectively review player and team performance within the match and training sessions in collaboration with coaching staff. Emphasis on monitoring team and individual performance throughout the season.
* Complete match reviews working with the technical staff to present objective data and video to support player learning - including the provision of individual clips for players.
* Deliver formal feedback sessions to coaches and players as individuals, units or whole team utilising video and data.
* Work effectively as part of the MDT, supporting the progression of the women’s department with a high performance culture.
* Capture training content, collate, analyse and share data and video to provide insights into player and team development.
* Compile insights and contribute to profiles for recruitment targets, as part of the wider team development.
* Provide support and development activities to interns and junior analysts, ensuring consistent messages are filtered through the academy supporting the progression of the player pathway.
* Share information with key partners, such as national coaches to support selection for national teams and/or individual player development.
* Attend mandatory Club and FAW training and development opportunities.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
* We are committed to ensuring everyone who engages with the Club Academy has a positive, safe, and supportive experience. Staff are required to comply with all aspects of the Academy Safeguarding Policies and arrangements and to take personal responsibility and care to enable strong safeguarding practices to be embedded in the Academy and across the Club too.
* This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check with Children’s Barred List
HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Take responsibility and care for the health and safety of yourself and other employees and members of the public who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
* To comply with all aspects of the Club’s Health & Safety Policy and arrangements, to enable the company to perform its civil and statutory obligations in relation to Health & Safety.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION RESPONSIBILITIES
* Hold a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace
About The Candidate
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
* BSc (Hons) Performance Analysis or equivalent
* Previous experience in elite football environment (desirable)
* MSc Performance Analysis or equivalent
* Experience working in women’s and girls’ sport
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION – SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED
* Experience of analysing individual and team sports training / performance pre and post matches / training.
* Proficient in the use of scouting and data platforms and software such as Wyscout, HUDL Sportscode.
* Excellent understanding of technical and tactical trends in the women’s game.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with players, MDT and coaches in a professional manner.
* Ability to work in a high pressurised environment with a flexible approach to working hours and job role.
* Excellent problem solving skills, attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.
* Ability to set and maintain high personal and professional standards.
* Evidence of being a strong team player.
* Ability to display key data visually information to coaches and players
About The Club
CLUB VALUES
Code of Conduct
Wrexham Football Club expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Club and its employees. The Code of Conduct makes clear the standards of conduct expected from its employees and explains the responsibilities of the Club, as the employer. All employees are expected to always act wholeheartedly in the interests of the Club. Any conduct detrimental to its interests or its relations with its customers, suppliers, the public or damaging to its public image shall be a breach of Club rules and policies. Discriminatory, offensive, and violent behaviour are unacceptable, and any complaints or concerns will be dealt with and acted upon.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Wrexham Football Club is committed to ensuring that equality, diversity, and inclusion of opportunity are at the very heart of everything we do to ensure we provide fair and non-prejudicial access to the services across the Club. We uphold everyone’s rights and aim to provide opportunities for everyone to succeed. It is the policy of the Club that no person, whether player, job applicant, employee, volunteer, or customer, shall be discriminated against. The Club opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination, either direct or indirect, or harassment, on the grounds of the following ‘protected characteristics’: Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage & Civil Partnership, Pregnancy & Maternity, Race, Religion or Belief, Sex, and Sexual Orientation. Anyone found to be in breach of this could face disciplinary action, including suspension and dismissal.
The Club is fully committed to the EFL Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Standards and particularly welcomes ‘entry level’ applications from women, individuals from Black and Minority Ethnicities, the LGBT community, and anyone with a disability.
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Wrexham Football Club is committed to protecting children and vulnerable adults, ensuring they are safe from harm during club activities. The Club will follow best practices in safeguarding, including Safer Recruitment, in partnership with families and authorities. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a candidate; it depends on the circumstances. The Club uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to assess suitability, and complies with its Code of Practice. Applicants should check whether cautions or convictions need to be disclosed on the government website.
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