U15-U16 Head Coach amp Upper Youth Development PhaseLead

Job Title: U15U16 Head Coach& Upper Youth Development PhaseLead

Department:Academy

Reporting:Head of Academy FootballDevelopment

Location:Training Ground JerseyRoad

Salary:Competitive

Closingdate: Friday 8 March2024

Brentford FC is a bitdifferent to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fansfirst we are a true community club and while we are financiallysustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We takehuge pride in our environment and culture within the Club whichfocuses on development inclusion and not being afraid to thinkdifferently.

Being progressive humble andrespectful while sticking together as one team across the Clubguides how we work and the decisions we make eachday.

We also firmly believe that a diverseworkforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideassolve problems and ultimately grow BrentfordFC.

We play in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes fromHeathrow in vibrant west London.

We will neverforget where we have come from but we are excited about the futurethat lies ahead.

Come joinus.

InclusionStatement

Brentford FC is anorganisation which values and is passionate about diversity andinclusivity. Whilst our recruitment decisions are always based onmerit and suitability we welcome and encourage applications fromqualified candidates including those from underrepresented groupssuch as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds women those fromthe LGBTQ community and those withdisabilities.

SafeguardingStatement

Brentford FC iscommitted to equality the safeguarding and welfare of all childrenand adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff andvolunteers at the club safeguarding is everyones responsibility.Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding trainingto enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. Thisrole requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies anduphold the clubs commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people toensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timelyreporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguardingteam.

At Brentford FC we want everyone to feelvalued and included. Therefore we will do what we can to supportapplicants with disabilities and longterm health conditions as partof our application process. If you require any adjustments orsupport please contact us on and we will do our best to accommodateyour requirements in line with the Equality Act2010.

Please note that whereappropriate for the role you may be required to complete additionalbackground checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)check and this will include any time living or working outside ofthe UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about thisat

Pleasealso note that a CV application will not be sufficient.Applications will not be considered where the application form hasnot been completed infull.

The Role ofU15U16Head Coach &Upper Youth Development PhaseLead

The successfulcandidate will lead the coaching for the U15 & 16 combinedgroup to enable the team to achieve maximum development bothindividually and collectively. Although your main priority is tolead the coaching for the required age group it is important thatthe team plays in the Brentford FC style and it is also essentialthat you work to the developmental needs of the individuals. Youare also required develop the knowledge of the assistant coach andbecome part of a coaching department that looks to share knowledgefor the benefit of each other. You may also be required to workwith other Academy age groups as and when required.

Main Accountabilities U15U16 HeadCoach

To lead the U15/ U16s tomotivate and develop the individual players to enable them to wingames whilst working within the Clubs coaching philosophy and styleof play framework.

Form positive relationshipswith players and motivate them towards achieving their potentialensuring their wellbeing and holisticdevelopment.

To have the ability to identifyindividual strengths and unacceptable weaknesses with the abilityto apply appropriate coaching and tactical development tailored tothe individual player.

To work with the AssistantCoach to implement individual development plans for your designatedage group squad whilst having an age specific understanding oftechnical tactical physical psychological development andidentifying ageappropriate teaching.

Providefeedback to players both formally through the PerformanceManagement Application (PMA) individual meetings IDP reviews whilstalso fully integrating key stakeholders into the process.

To understand and produce key programs to enableindividual players to successfully transition from the age group toage group in line with the Clubs footballingphilosophy.

To lead the retain and releaseprocess within the MDT or part of the phase.

Toensure the cohesion conflict resolution and management of theindividual players to ensure high quality professional standardsand a positive team ethic are maintained at alltimes.

Ensure any contact and interaction withplayers complies with the Clubs Safeguarding Policy and that anyconcerns are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriatechannels.

To work cooperatively with all academystaff and to maintain relationships with the players and their keystakeholders.

To develop and maintain effectiveparent relationships to enhance the playersdevelopment.

To liaise with the scouting andrecruitment department for the selection ofplayers.

To work in line with the strategy ofEPPP as agreed by the Club.

To lead the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to provide a holistic development plan forthe individual players.

To complete all clubadministrative duties in line with EPPP auditrequirements.

Attend all relevant coaching CPDevents both internally and external at the request of the Head ofFootball Development.

Help to ensure the Academyis continually achieving the standards required to retain itscategory status within the EPPP guidelines.

Anyother relevant tasks and duties as directed by senior Academy orFootball Departmentmanagement.

Main AccountabilitiesUpper Youth Development PhaseLead

• To work as part ofa coaching leadership group to undertake periodical reviews of thefootball programme for U8 U21 ages to ensure it delivers to theobjectives of the Academy as set by the Academy Director.

• Work with the CoachingLeadership Group to ensure the academy football programme isaligned and delivers the technical position specific skillsrequired for players at BrentfordFC.

• Work closely with theHead of Football Development to ensure a smooth transition for boysas they move through the academy age groups.
• ToMentor selected coach / es within the upper YDP age groups toensure they deliver the academy football coaching programme in linewith the Brentford FCs specific methodology playing style andobjectives.
• Provide input into thedecisionmaking processes for recruitment retain release andscholarship offers across the entire pathway.
• To represent the coaching department atrelevant meetings events working groups and external stakeholders.

General ClubAccountabilities

• Toensure compliance with all relevant Club policies includingsafeguarding health and safety policies and with specific referenceto the data regulations.
• To ensure compliancewith the Clubs Code of Conduct.
• To ensurecompliance with all relevant legal regulatory ethical and socialrequirements.
• To build and maintain goodworking relationships both internally and externally maintaining aprofessional image at all times when representing BrentfordFC.
• Be considerate of players welfare at alltimes.
• To keep confidential any informationgained regarding the Club and its personnel.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at alltimes.

Key InternalRelationships

Head of FootballDevelopment

Academy Management Team

Recruitment and U18 / B team coachingstaff

Academy CoachingStaff

Medical and PerformanceStaff

Player Welfare and SafeguardingStaff

Person SpecificationEssential PersonalCharacteristics

UEFA A LicenseCoaching Certificate

FA Advanced YouthAward

FA Learning Safeguarding ChildrenCertificate

FA Emergency Aid In FootballCertificate

FA Youth award

FASafeguarding certificate

EFAiFcertificate

Basic level of ITskills

Person SpecificationDesirable Characteristics

UEFA ProLicense

Premier League ECAS qualification

Previous experience of working with youngplayers

Previous experience of leading a YDP /PDP age groups within a professionalAcademy