At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage the Academy’s Education Department to boost players' academic performance.
- Company: Join Watford Football Club, a forward-thinking team in sports education.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, competitive salary, and potential coaching opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young athletes' lives while developing their education and life skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience working with young people required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Academy at Watford Football Club. We are looking to recruit a Part-Time Education Manager to be a part of a forward-thinking team, responsible for providing leadership and management of the Academy’s Education Department in pursuit of maximising the academic performance of all Academy Players.
You will play a key role in organising the delivery of the Education Programme across all age groups, ensuring the provision reflects the strategy and performance targets set out in the Club’s Academy Performance Plan. In addition, you will provide support for the Academy Scholars in their Scholar Education Programme (SEP) Apprenticeship and support the delivery of a comprehensive Life Skills and Personal Development Programme. You will play an active part from a wellbeing perspective, supporting the transition of players arriving and departing, and work closely with the Player Care & Safeguarding Officer.
The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and be flexible to the requirements of the position and the business. Applicants should ideally live local to London Colney or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or non-UK resident with a valid UK work permit.
There is also the potential, if a qualified coach with a UEFA B License, to coach in the Academy alongside this role.
You must have:
- Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)
- Experience of working with young people within an educational setting
- Experience of building and maintaining strong working relationships, both internally and externally
- Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate or equivalent
- Full UK driving licence or ability to travel to various locations due to the demands of the role
- Understanding of the Clubs commitment to EDI & Safeguarding
You would ideally have, but not vital:
- A1 and/or A2 Assessor qualification
- Experience of leading a small team
- Experience of working within a sporting environment
- FA First Aid Level 2 Qualification or equivalent
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding: We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & adults is everyone’s responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.
Academy Education Manager – Part-Time employer: Watford Football Club
Watford Football Club is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises the development of its employees. As an Academy Education Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young players' academic journeys while enjoying flexible part-time hours at our state-of-the-art training ground in London Colney. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding, we provide a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged.
