At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support the coaching programme for young athletes at our Academy.
- Company: Join the dynamic team at West Bromwich Albion FC.
- Benefits: Enjoy enhanced leave, health plans, and discounts on hospitality.
- Other info: Be part of a club that values equality and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young athletes' lives while developing your coaching skills.
- Qualifications: UEFA A Licence and extensive academy experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Here at West Bromwich Albion we have an exciting new opportunity to join our Academy as Assistant Head of Coaching (9-14). This is an important leadership role within our Academy, as you will be responsible for supporting the implementation and delivery of the Academy's coaching programme. Working closely with the Academy Manager and Head of Coaching, you will oversee the delivery of the Academy's coach development strategy and help mentor coaches to help them reach their full potential. This is a full-time role which will include evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required and in line with business needs.
About The Candidate
- Essential Criteria
- UEFA A Licence
- FA Advanced Youth Award
- FA Youth Award
- FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
- FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
- Enhanced FA DBS Check
- Extensive academy experience in the Foundation and Youth Development phase
- Confidential and diplomatic
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbally
- Right to Work in the UK
- Desirable Criteria
- Premier League Elite Head of Coach Development
- Post Graduate Diploma or higher degree in Coaching, Coach Development or Leadership
- FA Talent Identification Level 2
- Experience as a Coach Educator
- Experience with Academy curriculum design and delivery
- Full driving license
About The Club
Benefits
We are pleased to offer some of the following benefits:
- Enhanced Annual Leave
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Birthday Leave
- Life Assurance
- Health Cash Plan
- Season Tickets
- Discounts on Hospitality Packages
- Partnership Discounts
- Employee Assistance programme
- Access to Wellbeing resources
*some benefits are discretionary
Equality and Diversity
West Bromwich Albion FC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing equality and fairness for all employees and opposes all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
Safer Recruitment
West Bromwich Albion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. WBA’s Safeguarding, Equality and Whistleblowing policies can be accessed here: Club Policies.
It is unlawful for the Club to employ anyone who is involved with regulated activity who is barred from doing so and we will carry out rigorous pre-employment checks and screening. An Enhanced DBS, References, Qualifications, Proof of Identity and Right to Work in the UK checks will be required and carried out for this post.
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