Cambridge United Football Club Job Description Job Title
Academy Part Time Age Group Coach
Reporting to
Head of Coaching, Academy Manager
Directly responsible for
Coaching Academy Age Groups
Location
Based at the clubs training ground(s)
Key Objectives
To assist with the coaching and development of all Academy players primarily in the Foundation Phase and/or Youth Development Phase.
Role Accountabilities & Key Duties 1 To ensure the Academy Philosophies and Values are adhered to by coaches, players and parents within age group 2 To communicate effectively with the Lead Phase Coach and Head of Coaching 3 To manage the team within the Football League games programme and follow all Academy match day procedures 4 To take control of the planning and delivery of training sessions in line with EPPP criteria, club policy and which fulfils the criteria set out in the Academy philosophy, coaching curriculum, and Individual Development Plans 5 To assist in the monitoring and assessment of the players in the Academy team in training and in match performances 7 To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role 8 To assist with administrative tasks related to the role, including general organisation, recording of sessions, player reviews and learning objectives through the PMA 9 To attend meetings as directed by the Head of Coaching Qualifications
Essential
1
UEFA ‘A’ Licence
2
UEFA ‘B’ Licence
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3
FA Youth Modules 1,2,3 & Assessment
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4
Enhanced CRB check
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Desirable
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Skills & Experience 1
A working knowledge and experience of the football industry and the professional game in a similar or related role
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2
Experience in Academy age group
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3
A clear understanding of the Academy system and the professional football environment
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4
A dynamic, forward thinking Coach with the ability to relate effectively with each age group
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