ROLE DESCRIPTION

CONTRACT TYPE: Casual
LOCATION: Sheffield United Training Academy, Sheffield Hallam Sports Park
LINE MANAGER: Junior Pathway Lead
RATE OF PAY: £12.50 p/hr
JOB REFERENCE: BL072024-MDH

Our Sheffield United Women's team are looking for a talented coach to join our Emerging Talent Centre structure. The successful candidate should have a passion for the development of players, and a proven track record of undertaking player assessments to contribute to the individual development plans of players moving through the emerging talent structure.


Key Role Responsibilities:

Lead training sessions for the U10's academy team.
Attend all matches, festivals and relevant coach development (CPD) events as assigned.
As and when required, you may be asked to deliver in-service events for other coaches/ players at the Centre or Grassroots Clubs/ Coaches as part of their regular training hours.
Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date records for each player within the academy on Kitman Labs.
Ensure all information remains confidential and is kept current throughout the player's tenure in the academy.
Implement the Club's coaching philosophy into player assessments, demonstrating the key principles and expectations within individual player reports.
Any other reasonable requests as directed by management.

Club Wide Responsibilities:

To adhere to all Sheffield United Football Club's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures to foster an environment which protects from harm those defined as children and adults at risk.
To report any concerns of a Safeguarding nature to the relevant parties and remain fully compliant with any applicable Safeguarding checks and due diligence and recognise your responsibility to the Club's Safeguarding agenda.
To report any concerns of discrimination to the relevant parties and promote a welcoming and inclusive club environment for all.
To adhere to the Club's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, supporting the Club to create an environment which is inclusive and all-encompassing.
To carry out/take part in training requests as directed by the Club.

Essential Criteria for the Role:

Completion of UEFA C or above coaching qualification
Experience of coaching young players/youth development
Experience in the development of an age specific staffing structure
FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (iFAiF) or Emergency First Aid
FA Safeguarding Children Course
This role requires a DBS Check
Strong Organisational skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with parents/guardians
Ability to communicate effectively with players of all age ranges
Ability to communicate effectively with coaches across all phases
Application Process
Please download and save the application form before inputting information. If you require a paper copy please contact the HR department careers@sufc.co.uk or call 0114 253 7200.

Completed application forms must be submitted via email to careers@sufc.co.uk stating the vacancy title in the subject or posted to HR, Sheffield United Football Club, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, S2 4SU.

Closing Date: Wednesday 31st July 2024.
Please note that in the instance of high volumes of applications we may close this vacancy earlier than the closing date noted above.