Assistant Coach - London
- Recruiter
- Chelsea FC
- Location
- Chelsea, London
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 19 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 02 May 2017
- Ref
- RTACNMAR2017
- Job Type
- Contract
Regional Talent Centre Assistant Coach
Reporting to: RTC Centre Manager
Department: Foundation
Job Function: Assistant Coach
Main Responsibilities:
- The welfare of players within their designated age group
- Providing high quality coaching and support
- Assisting the Head Coach to deliver a training and games programme in line with LTPD guidelines
- To follow the guidance of the Technical Director, Centre Manager and Chelsea FC Girls’ Regional Talent Centre Program.
- To assist in submitting a monthly training programme and session plans before each session to the Technical Director
- To assist with conducting the player review process as set out by the Technical Director
- To support the Head Coach during training and matches
- To follow the guidance of the Head of Community and Head of Operations & Safeguarding
Measures of Performance
- Understanding key elements of legislation around all RTC/Foundation areas of work.
- Regular evaluation and reporting on performance.
- Session plans evaluated and monitored.
- Targets will be set in consultation with the Technical Director/Head of Community and these are reached.
- Feedback from all partners/staff.
- Ensuring each session is delivered in line with the technical programme
Person Specification
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding issues including holding a current FA Safeguarding Children Workshop certificate.
- Hold a minimum of FA Emergency Aid certification.
- FA Level 2 Coaching Award.
- Youth Modules 1 and 2
- CFCF PL enhanced DBS disclosure
- Willingness to work weekends and training events when required
Desirable
- UEFA B Licence
- FA Youth Module 3/Award
- Degree in Sport/related field.
- Valid UK Driving Licence and own transport
- Live within commuting distance of Cobham
- BFAS Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Experience in coaching girls’ football, understanding of the FA girls & women’s player pathway
- Experience in working in elite football
- Have knowledge and understanding of child development and be sensitive to children’s needs
- An understanding of Talent Identification
Desirable
- Experience working in a Regional Talent Centre
- An understanding of current RTC structures
- Experience in Long Term Player Development in elite fooball