Part Time Junior Academy Coach

Colchester United Football Club are seeking a number of part time academy coaches to work within our exciting and progressive Category 2 Academy. The role will develop players in the Junior Academy age groups 9s-14s, to ensure continual individual player development and ensure our coaching programme follows the Academy Performance Plan (APP.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery of high-level coaching sessions for Junior Academy players.
• Delivery of matchday duties for Junior Academy matchdays.
• Assist on Individual Leaning Plans for the Junior Academy players.
• Input on MDT within the Junior Academy programme.
• Input on the retain and release process for Junior Academy players
• Ensure Kitman Labs and other player records are kept up to date for Junior Academy players.
• Always have accountability and responsibility for safeguarding.

Requirements:

• UFEA B coaching award Essential / A Licence Desirable
• Advanced Youth Award Desirable
• EFAiF
• FA Safeguarding
• DBS check

Person Specification:

• Hard working
• Clean driving license
• Good communication skills
• Passion for working with young people

Salary: £30 per session. £40 per game.

All staff must be aware of all safeguarding and equity and diversity issues, along with all academy and club policies, rules and regulations. 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.