At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in coaching U13 players, delivering training and matchday support.
- Company: Join Brentford FC, a club that values diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in youth development and coaching.
- Other info: Flexible hours, supportive team environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young players' development and potential.
- Qualifications: UEFA A License, experience in youth coaching, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Reports to: Head of Academy Football Development
Location: Training Ground
Department: Academy
Sub‑department: Coaching
Job Overview
To work as part of the coaching team within the early youth development phase, delivering the Academy coaching methodology, curriculum and game model across training and matchdays. Support players with their Individual Development Plans to improve performance and reach their potential for the assigned age group.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and assist with elite level coaching for the assigned age group within the early YDP, delivering the Academy coaching methodology, curriculum and game model across both training and games.
- Make decisions in the best interest of the club and player development that blend improving performance and nurturing potential to support long‑term development.
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to support the holistic development and wellbeing of each individual.
- Form positive relationships with players and their families and motivate them towards achieving their potential.
- Assist with the design and implementation of individual development plans on pitch and off pitch for the assigned age group and provide feedback in line with IDP processes and timelines.
- Complete assessments and provide IDT notes for the assigned age group as required.
- Complete all administrative duties regarding planning and data capture as required.
- Support planning and delivery of analysis provision as required for both individuals and the team.
- Work with recruitment staff and complete trialists assessments as required.
- Maintain up‑to‑date records of training and game time on club systems as required by Premier League regulations.
- Attend all relevant CPD events and work with Head of Academy Football Development & Assistant Head of Academy Football Development to develop self in line with Academy coach competency framework and development action plan.
- Carry out any other duties as directed by senior Academy staff.
- Ensure the Academy is continually achieving standards required within the EPPP guidelines.
- Share any safeguarding concerns with the safeguarding team through appropriate channels.
Knowledge
- UEFA A License
- Advanced Youth Award
- Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
- FA Safeguarding
- Experience of coaching players within the youth development phase within an Academy environment.
- Understanding of how to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Understanding of youth development rules and EPPP standards.
Specialist Skills
- Expertise in delivering age‑appropriate coaching for both training and matchdays.
- Ability to support player development in line with their Individual Development Plans both on and off pitch.
- Understanding of how to provide age‑appropriate feedback to players.
- Talent ID for players within the youth development phase.
- Ability to engage parents in their son’s development using them as a key support network.
- Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team to best support long‑term development.
- Work closely with recruitment staff completing tasks as requested.
- Complete all tasks as requested by the Head of Academy Football Development and Assistant Head of Academy Football Development.
- Represent the club positively with a professional image, ensuring Brentford FC values and Academy purpose are delivered at all times.
- Represent a process‑driven and club‑aligned approach to long‑term player development.
- Act in the club’s best interests at all times.
External Impact
- Represent the club and oneself positively, ensuring the values of Brentford FC and Academy purpose are delivered at all times.
General Club Accountabilities
- Comply with all Club policies, including health and safety, data regulations and other legal, ethical and social requirements; maintain professional relationships; keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel; maintain a flexible approach to work.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is proud to be an organisation that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a culture that celebrates difference and ensures fairness, safety, representation and belonging. We recognise some groups remain under‑represented and are actively working to change this. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds – particularly those from ethnically diverse communities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals and disabled people. All decisions are based on merit and suitability. If selected for interview, we welcome discussions about specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FC is fully committed to promoting equality and safeguarding the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and is a core part of the Club’s culture. All staff and volunteers share a duty to create and maintain a safe environment. Staff must complete regular safeguarding training appropriate to their role and actively uphold all relevant safeguarding policies. This includes recognising signs of abuse or harm, responding appropriately and reporting concerns to the Safeguarding Team. Brentford FC operates safer recruitment practices. It is a criminal offence for a barred individual to apply for a role involving such activity.
