Academy Head Coach
CurrentResponsible for planning and delivering the technical and tactical coaching programme for your respective age group in line with the coaching syallabus. Coach and manage your respective Team in League and friendly matches, both home and away.To liaise with all key Academy personnel when planning and arranging coaching sessions and matches to ensure the appropriate support is in place (e.g. sports science, medical, recruitment, education, etc.) and that the timetable fits with all other… Show more Responsible for planning and delivering the technical and tactical coaching programme for your respective age group in line with the coaching syallabus. Coach and manage your respective Team in League and friendly matches, both home and away.To liaise with all key Academy personnel when planning and arranging coaching sessions and matches to ensure the appropriate support is in place (e.g. sports science, medical, recruitment, education, etc.) and that the timetable fits with all other Academy activities.To evaluate all coaching sessions and matches and ensure that the relevant information is recorded fully.To conduct group, unit and individual video analysis sessions if appropriate.To be fully responsible for the safety and welfare of all players under your care.To compile performance reviews, in line with the requirements of the EPPP, and deliver feedback to players and parents both formally in meetings, and informally as required.To compile a formal report of conclusions and actions following the performance review meetings and ensure that these are recorded on the Club's Performance Management System. To liaise on a regular basis with the Foundation Phase Head Coach to ensure that the needs of all players are catered for.To be aware of the EPPP rules and requirements relating to the Foundation/ Youth Phase. To attend staff meetings as required.To attend games in the Foundation Phase as required.To be aware of current trends and best practice in Youth Development.To continually look for ways to develop and improve our coaching programme in the Foundation/ Youth Phase.To attend at least 5 hours of in-service training organised by the FA each year and the first aid training for Academy coaches at least once every 3 years.To undertake Continued Professional Development organised by the Club. Show less