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Head of Balerno Performance School Program: Heart of Midlothian FC

4 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Sportscotland Full time
Head of Balerno Performance School Program: Heart of Midlothian FC

Department: Academy
Report to: Academy Director
Location: Balerno Community High School, 5 Bridge Road, Balerno, EH14 7AQ & Oriam - Scotland’s Sports Performance Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent staff benefits.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Weekend and evening working is required as per the Academy schedule.
Closing Date: 2 June 2024 – close of play

Heart of Midlothian is a Scottish Premiership Football Club based in Edinburgh with Elite Academy Status. The Performance School Program, based at Balerno Community High School offers several of our Academy players the opportunity to combine their studies and football education. The Club has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to lead the Balerno Performance School program.

The role holder will be responsible for managing and coordinating the effective delivery of the football and academic education program to Academy players enrolled in the school. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced coach who has previous experience working within an Elite Football Academy and is passionate about individual player development and education.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and deliver a football curriculum to support the individual development of players at all age groups and stages within the Balerno Performance School program.
  • Promote the holistic development of young players and people within the program and the integration of all players into the wider school.
  • Promote a high-performance culture within the program, promoting the values of the program and holding players accountable to the Club Player Code of Conduct.
  • Create individual player development plans and ensure players are held accountable to this daily.
  • Assist in providing regular feedback and updates on player progress through individual player meetings, parent and player review meetings, and feedback to trial player parents.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with academy players, staff, parents, and teachers at Balerno Performance School.
  • Create a positive and safe environment for player development to maximize potential.
  • Organise and support daily transportation of academy players between Balerno Performance School and the Academy as required.
Essential Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:
  • Elite UEFA Youth Licence (or working towards).
  • Previous experience of working within an Elite Football Academy and creating Individual Development Plans.
  • Previous experience of line management responsibilities.
  • Currently based in Edinburgh or can reliably commute to Edinburgh and other locations as per the needs of the position.
  • Legal right to work in the UK.
  • Valid UK driving licence.
  • Scottish FA Advanced Children’s Licence and or UEFA A Licence (Desirable).
  • Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • A strong work ethic with a passion for developing young people.
  • Excellent timekeeping and the ability to manage own time effectively.
  • A high standard of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Confident IT user with basic computer skills, particularly relating to Microsoft Word and Excel.

Interviews are scheduled to take place during week commencing 3rd June 2024.

The role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland as a condition of employment.

How to apply:

If you think that you are suitable for the position and meet the criteria above, please send a CV and covering letter to the HR Department at
Due to a high volume of applications, the advert may be closed earlier than the closing date stated above.

HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND FULLY COMMITTED TO THE SAFEGUARDING AND WELFARE OF VULNERABLE GROUPS. HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN IS A LIVING WAGE ACCREDITED COMPANY.

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