**Pro-Football Academy**

Based Nationwide, The Largest Coaching Provider in the UK is recruiting

We operate a ‘**player-centred**’ approach that delivers coaching and guidance on a more individual basis, so that every player can learn and develop at their own pace over the long term.

We strive to create a professional environment where our players are encouraged to **experiment**, be **creative** and have **no fear of failure** in order to develop their technique and decision making. Our centres are a **risk free environment**, where players are **safe, are learning and gaining knowledge and experiences, whilst have fun in a positive, family friendly setting.**

**Role**:

- Academy Head Coach
- Academy Coach

**Location(s)**:
**Mondays**:

- Southend, Goals Centre, Chase High School, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea SS0 0RT, 5.30pm-7.30pm

**NOTE: APPLICANTS DO NOT REQUIRE TO BE AVAILABLE TO COACH AT ALL SITES TO APPLY.**

**Coaching Qualification Level**: FA Level 1 Minimum or equivalent

**Applicants must hold the following**:

- Sport related degree (desirable)
- Minimum Level 1 in football coaching
- At least 2 years experience in football coaching
- Valid (in-date) Enhanced DBS/Police Check, Safeguarding Children & 1st Aid
- Effective & efficient communication skills
- Good organisational skills

**Role Description(s)**:
**Academy Head Coach -**
- Management of administrative elements of the academy
- Management of operational elements of the academy
- Management of all football related elements of the academy
- Management of coaching staff
- Management of equipment
- Liaise with Pro Football Academy management team on all of the above
- Maintain the overall high standards of the Academy

**Academy Coach** **-**
- Deliver high quality football sessions in line with 'The PFA Way'
- Aid the development of the players in line with 'The PFA Way'
- Attend CPD Events delivered by Head of Academy Coaching
- Communicate and work effectively with Academy Head Coach

**All successful applicant will receive full training & induction, a PFA PUMA Kit, full equipment, and access to weekly sessions from our syllabus.**

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: £15.00-£25.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Do you hold a valid DBS, Safeguarding & 1st Aid? (MUST BE AFFILIATED TO THE FA) - Proof will be required
- Please read the Job Description in preparation for a potential interview.

Licence/Certification:

- Certificate in Coaching Football (required)
- Driving Licence (Preferable) (preferred)

Work Location: On the road