YDP Coach

YDP Coach When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Kickstart your career Leicester City Football Club Women as a YDP Coach! Contract Type: Permanent Hours Per Week: 12 Hours Do you have the drive and passion to make a real impact at LCFCW? About The Role & Who We’re Scouting We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled YDP Coach to join our team at LCFCW. As a YDP Coach, you’ll play a key role in leading and/or overseeing all players within the relevant Academy age group (U14s / U16s) to be coached to attain the highest levels of performance possible in a safe, secure and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include preparing and delivering training sessions and matches for the academy age group. This includes monitoring and reporting on performance, evaluating against established and agreed goals, and promoting a positive environment for learning and development, and you’ll need to bring practical, flexible, and innovative approach to work to the table, with excellent interpersonal skills and relationship management. If you\’re excited about making a difference and contributing to the Club’s success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The ideal candidate will have significant experience working within the PGA (pro game academy) system, and good knowledge of women’s and girl’s football across the UK. You’ll need experience of young player/player development, and knowledge of appropriate technique and skill development practices, and be well-versed in the Academy System and the professional football environment. A UEFA B or above coaching qualification is essential, along with an FA DBS, FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF) or FA Emergency First Aid, and an in-date FA Safeguarding Children Certificate (or be willing to complete the FA Safeguarding Children Workshop within 3 months of joining). We’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you think your experience and skills match, and you’ve got the drive, energy, and skills to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, we want you on our team! About The Club Knowing some of the history of LCFCW helps you appreciate the sense of community, spirit and family for which the Club are renowned for. In May 2021, LCFC Women were promoted to the FA Women’s Super League. From its formation in 2004, the Club was run on an amateur and semi-professional basis with support from Leicester City Football Club. In August 2020, the Club turned professional after being acquired by King Power International – Leicester City’s parent company – and realigned as a core team in Leicester City’s football operation. Benefits Package Our people are the lifeblood of the Club, and we feel should be rewarded as such – we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance for all permanent employees. You’ll enjoy free onsite parking, access to our subsidised staff restaurants and up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) amongst a host of other great employee benefits! One City. One Club. One Leicester. Leicester City Football Club believes that football is for all, and we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion, where valuing the individual is our highest priority. We are working to see equality across all areas of the Club and welcome applications from all areas of the community. If you have any requirements in regard to the recruitment process, please let us know; we are happy to support your needs. Next Steps We’ll be reviewing applications as and when they are submitted and invite shortlisted candidates for interviews, so don’t wait – if you think this role sounds like the right fit, apply today! We’re excited to hear from you and can’t wait to see how you’ll help us reach new heights