Academy Player Support Officer

Job Title:Academy PlayerSupport Officer

Department:Academy

Reporting:AcademyPlayer Support Manager

Location:TrainingGround JerseyRoad

Salary:Competitive

BrentfordFC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. Weput our fans first we are a true community club and while we arefinancially sustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks.We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Clubwhich focuses on development inclusion and not being afraid tothink differently.

Being progressivehumble and respectful while sticking together as one team acrossthe Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforceis a better workforce which will help us develop ideas solveproblems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

Weplay in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant westLondon.

We will never forget where we have comefrom but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisationwhich values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. Wewelcome and encourage applications from qualified candidatesincluding those from underrepresented groups such as those fromethnically diverse backgrounds women those from the LGBTQ communityand those with disabilities. Should you require any workplaceaccommodations (also known as reasonable adjustments) you will havethe opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in thehiring process.

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 safeguarding team. Weremind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offenceto apply for such positions.

Pleasenote that where appropriate for the role you may be required tocomplete additional background checks such as Disclosure andBarring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time livingor working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find outmore about this at

Please also note that a CVapplication will not be sufficient. Applications will not beconsidered where the application form has not been completed infull.

If the roleyou are applying for involves regulated activity and you have beenshortlisted for a first stage interview you will be asked to fillout a Declaration of OffencesForm.

The Role ofAcademy Player Support Officer

ThePlayer Support Officer will be an integral part of themultidisciplinary team within the academy and support the deliveryof the academy welfare strategy. The roles will have theopportunity to lead a robust holistic player support programme thatcreates the best possible environment for our Youth Development andFoundation Phase players and their families. You will also workwith Academy and Club staff to ensure that Brentford FC is carryingout its duty of care in the running of its Academy.

MainAccountabilities

• Buildand maintain excellent and communicative relationships with allplayers and parents by understanding each players backgroundascertaining and providing the appropriate support they need fromthe club
• Help players and their familiesprepare for effective transitions throughout their academy journey.This will include inductions as well as exit plans for the YouthDevelopment Phase
• Support staff in variousacademy stakeholder meetings. This can include parent complaintprocedures school meetings and further pastoral meetings
• Be an active member of multidisciplinary staff groups andcontribute to player progress meetings as appropriate
• Support the planning implementation and review of theacademy life skills programme for Players Parents and HostFamilies
• Effectively log manage and recordplayer interactions and issues
• To lead andmanage the Parent and Player voice initiatives disseminatinginformation back to Senior Management
• Engagewith planning of tours and tournaments for the foundation and youthphase age groups
• Liaise with the recruitmentdepartment regarding all trialist arrangements in the foundationand youth phases to ensure a highquality player and parentexperience
• To deliver and coordinate personaldevelopment sessions with a focus on transitions for players acrossall phases to enable them to become highly developed in a widerange of areas that will support their journey as a football playerand independent young person
• To work with thewider Player Support team to develop and implement comprehensivetransition programme as players move from through the age groups orexit the Academy
• To ensure that relevantprocesses are in place and continually reviewed to allowtransitions to be managed and coordinated across all thephases
• Work collaboratively within the AcademyWellbeing Team to provide proactive solutions and promote theacademy safeguarding standards for children & young peopleand ensuring that club policies and procedures are adhered to atall times

• Acting as firstpoint of contact for issues and concerns raised by players andparents
• To ensure that any concerns youobserve or are raised with you in your role are shared with theSafeguarding Team through appropriate channels
• Work alongside the Clubs safeguarding department toensure best practice and Premier League standards aremet
• Support the wider Player Support team asand when required and reasonable this may involve travel toalternate club locations
• To support the clubin line with audit requirements
• Other dutiesand responsibilities as required by your linemanager

General ClubAccountabilities

• Toensure compliance with all relevant Club policies including healthand safety policies and with specific reference to the dataregulations
• To ensure compliance with allrelevant legal regulatory ethical and socialrequirements
• To ensure compliance with theClubs Safeguarding Policy and processes
• Toensure compliance with the Clubs Code of Conduct
• To promote equity diversity and inclusion atthe Club in line with our EDI strategy
• To buildand maintain good working relationships both internally andexternally maintaining a professional image at all times whenrepresenting Brentford FC
• To keep confidentialany information gained regarding the Club and itspersonnel

• To maintain aflexible approach to work at alltimes

• Ability to workflexibly on evenings and weekends as appropriate to meet playersneeds (including attendingtrips/tours)

KeyInternal Relationships

• AcademySafeguarding
• AcademyEducation
• Academy ManagementTeam
• AcademyCoaches

PersonSpecification Essential PersonalCharacteristics

• Youwill be a team player this is critical for us. The Club comes firstand you will be prepared to work hard with enthusiasm alongsideyour colleagues
• Previous experience of workingwith minors and with Safeguardingprotocols
• Excellent communication skills and atrack record of building relationships
• Strongorganisational and problemsolving skills with the ability to managemultiple projects and priorities
• Ability topresent and communicate complex information in a simple andcompelling way
• You will have a service mindsetand will naturally want to go the extra mile to deliver outstandingresults

PersonSpecification DesirableCharacteristics

• Demonstratable experience of working with elite youngathletes or educational environment
• Hold orworking towards qualifications in education psychology or socialwork
• Experience and understanding of workingin culturally diverse communities
• FASafeguarding certificate
• EFAiFcertificate
• Mental Health First AidCertification