Brentford FC Community Sports Trust: Casual U16 Girls Academy Lead Coach in London

Job Title

Casual U16 Girls Academy – Lead Coach

Department

Sports Participation

Reports to

Head of Community Sport

Responsible for

Leading the coaching, development and matchday programme for the U16 Girls Academy squad, creating a high-performance environment that supports technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social development.

Working Pattern

• Training Sessions are Tuesdays (5:30-7:30pm) and Wednesday (5:30-7pm) with an additional hour each day for planning and set up time.
• Fixtures will place on Saturdays (25-30 games per season).
• There will be approx. 2 hours per week for planning and admin purposes.

Salary

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has been leading community sports for three decades.

Its programme covers education, health, sports participation and community engagement, and it supports people from all walks of life.

The trust has received the Football League Community Club of the Year award four times and, with more than 100 staff, is expanding to new purpose‑built premises adjacent to the 17,500 capacity Brentford FC stadium by 2021.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity.

We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups such as ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.

Should you require any workplace accommodations, you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk.

Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training and apply all relevant policies to maintain a safe environment.

All safeguarding concerns must be reported promptly to the safeguarding team.

• General Trust Accountabilities
• To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• Main Purpose of Job

The Lead Coach will lead the planning, delivery and review of the U16 Girls Academy programme in line with the club’s playing philosophy and academy curriculum.

The role will include training sessions, matchdays, player reviews, talent identification and collaboration with multidisciplinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Coaching & Player Development
• Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality training sessions.
• Lead matchday coaching and player management.
• Create and maintain Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Provide regular feedback and player reviews.
• Support player progression through the female pathway.
• Academy Programme Delivery
• Implement the academy curriculum and playing philosophy.
• Work collaboratively with academy and pathway staff.
• Attend meetings, CPD events and staff development activities.
• Talent Identification & Recruitment
• Support player recruitment and talent identification events.
• Contribute to player selection decisions.
• Identify players capable of progressing within the pathway.
• Player Care & Welfare
• Build positive relationships with players and parents.
• Promote wellbeing, inclusion and personal development.
• Apply safeguarding policies and procedures consistently.
• Administration & Reporting
• Complete session plans, evaluations and player reports.
• Maintain attendance and development records.
• Support programme reviews and reporting requirements.
• Key Internal Relationships
• Women’s Football Consultant
• Head of Community Sport
• Senior Manager – Community Football Development
• Female Football Development Manager
• Academy Coaches
• Safeguarding Team
• Key External Relationships
• Brentford FC Staff
• Parents and Guardians
• Opposition Clubs and Academies
• Local Grassroots Clubs
• Match Officials
• Selection Criteria

Essential

• UEFA B Licence (or higher)
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football
• FA Safeguarding Children Qualification
• Enhanced FA DBS
• Minimum three years coaching experience in a talent development environment
• Strong understanding of female youth player development
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to travel to a variety of workplace within West London, utilising own transport.

Desirable

• UEFA A Licence or working towards
• Experience within a Girls Academy or Emerging Talent Centre
• Talent Identification qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Personal Qualities
• Inspiring
• Inclusive
• Innovative
• Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to identify issues and find effective problem solving solutions.
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