At a Glance
- Tasks: Coach young players, focusing on their individual development and progression.
- Company: Join Derby County's Academy Coaching team at Moor Farm Training Centre.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, a pension plan, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Casual, part-time role with flexible hours until May 2027.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young athletes' lives while developing your coaching skills.
- Qualifications: UEFA B License and FA Youth Award Level 2 required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 30000 £ per year.
Derby County are seeking to recruit a Foundation Phase Coach to join the Academy Coaching department on a casual basis at Moor Farm Training Centre.
Key Responsibilities
- To coach an age group squad of players and be responsible for the progression and individual development of players within the phase.
- To ensure that the academy's approach to the holistic development of players is always adhered to.
- To ensure the completion of Football Intelligence Platform (FIP) and Hudl under academy requirements.
- Undertake player/parent review meetings every twelve weeks per academy guidelines.
- To coach a team in the age-group-specific games programme and manage all necessary arrangements involved in the process.
- To take responsibility for your development through your Development Action Plan per the DCFC Coach Competency Framework.
- To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the role's demands.
- Support the retain and release process per the club's policies and procedures.
- To be responsible for the health, safety and welfare of customers and colleagues, complying with health and safety guidance and policy.
- Continuously work to maintain, embed and improve the club's safeguarding provision, ensuring the highest standards for safeguarding children and adults at risk.
- To uphold and promote organisational policies and procedures, promoting those specifically applicable to this area of work and including equality, diversity and inclusion.
- To present and promote an appropriate public image in representing the organisation.
- To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required commensurate with the post.
Essential
- UEFA B License
- FA Youth Award Level 2
- Emergency First Aid in Football
- Safeguarding Children Certificate
Desirable
- FA Advanced Youth Award (FP)
The role is paid a sessional coaching rate, dependent on the type of session being delivered. This role is a seasonal, casual, part-time role with an initial fixed term until May 2027, based at the Derby County Training Centre, with some travel required.
Employee Benefits
- 10% discount at DCFC Megastore
- Company Pension with Aviva
- Discounts with select Club partners and sponsors
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust
Foundation Phase Coach employer: Derby County Football Club
Derby County Football Club is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment at the iconic Pride Park Stadium. With a focus on employee development, flexible working patterns, and a commitment to equality and inclusion, staff enjoy generous benefits including annual leave, complimentary season tickets, and opportunities for community engagement. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact both within the club and the wider community.
Contact Details:
Derby County Football Club Recruitment Team
