The Role

We are looking for academy coach to lead the continued expansion of the programme and oversee the delivery of a high-quality coaching and games programme to complement the education of our students.

Going into just our second season we will be increasing our academy from 2 to 4 teams and including our first female team within that number.

Key Accountabilities

  • To oversee delivery of a coaching and games programme for young adults (16-19, male and female)
  • To support and enrich a fulltime football and further education programme delivered in partnership with SCL
  • To design, deliver and oversee a full coaching programme for 4 squads (3 x male and 1 x female)
  • To ensure the safeguarding of all students in both training and matchday environments
  • To support annual student recruitment and support further growth of the programme
  • To deliver the programme in line with Hampshire FA Values and develop an inclusive, supportive and enjoyable
    environment for both staff and students.

    • What we are looking for

    Essential

  • Ability to plan, set and achieve objectives to deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Time management and prioritisation.
  • UEFA C Coaching Licence or higher with in-date FA Safeguarding and Medical qualifications
  • In-date FA enhanced DBS criminal records check
  • Experience in working to develop young people
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of inclusion, equality, anti-discrimination and safeguarding.

    • Desirable

  • IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Communication and presentation skills.
  • Budget management.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Experience in coaching/educating/working with 16-19 age group.
  • Wider Coaching Qualifications, eg. Goalkeeping, other sports, etc.
  • Educated to A Level or equivalent.
  • Developing networks and relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Provision of excellent customer service.

    • To Apply

    To apply, please complete the online application form (), interviews will take place on Wednesday 24th August. Further information on the vacancy is available in the recruitment pack below.