Head of Academy Coaching

1 week ago


Epping Green, Essex, United Kingdom Forest Green Rovers Football Club Full time
About The Role

Forest Green Rovers F.C is seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to fill the position of Head of Academy Coaching. As a key member of our coaching team, you will play a vital role in the development of our coaches and players within the Forest Green Rovers Academy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Curriculum Development: Design and deliver the Academy's Coaching Curriculum, ensuring it aligns with our Playing Philosophy and Coaching Philosophy.
  • Coach Development: Develop and implement a continued professional development programme for our coaches, utilizing internal and external experts.
  • Training Needs Analysis: Conduct regular Training Needs Analysis to identify areas for improvement and provide targeted support.
  • Individual Development Plans: Collaborate with coaches to create and monitor individual development plans, ensuring they meet the needs of the Academy.
  • Performance Feedback: Observe and provide constructive feedback to coaches during training and match days.
  • Coach Competency Framework: Develop and maintain the Coach Competency Framework for the Academy.
  • Safeguarding: Work with our Designated Safeguarding Officer to ensure all safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented.
  • Lead Phase Coaches: Oversee Lead Phase Coaches to ensure consistency in coaching messages and programmes.
About You

We are looking for an individual with a strong background in coaching and education, who is passionate about developing coaches and players. The ideal candidate will possess:

  • UEFA A Licence
  • FA Advanced Youth Award
  • FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
  • EFAiF
  • Enhanced DBS clearance
  • Understanding of the Academy Audit process
  • Experience of working in an Academy
Person Specification
  • Team Player: A collaborative individual who is passionate about coach and player development.
  • Values Holistic Development: A strong believer in the importance of holistic development for coaches and players.
  • Drives High Standards: A leader who drives high standards and can challenge constructively.
  • Adaptable: An individual who can adapt to changing circumstances with a positive attitude.
  • Empathetic: A compassionate individual who is empathetic to coaches and young players.
  • Exceptional Organisation and Communication Skills: A highly organized and effective communicator.
About Us

Forest Green Rovers F.C is a football club with a rich history and a commitment to innovation. We are the only club in the world to have EMAS accreditation and are proud to be a vegan football club. Our aim is to be in the Championship within the next five years, and we are planning to build a stadium to match those ambitions.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality for all.



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