Employer: Watford Football Club
Job Title: Casual Worker - Academy FDP/YDP Coach
Rate of Pay: Dependent on qualifications and experience
Location: Watford Football Club - Training Ground, London Colney
Type: Casual Worker Agreement
Passport/Visa: Must be eligible to work in the UK
Closing Date: Successful candidates meeting essential requirements will be offered an interview as they apply
We are looking to recruit several football coaches for our Academy that can demonstrate the ability to design, deliver and review coaching sessions in line with our curriculum for academy players.
You may be required to coach evenings and weekends, as well as be expected to attend and contribute to regular Continuous Professional Development (CPD) events that take place throughout the season.
The successful candidates will enjoy working as part of a team, be enthusiastic, have an understanding of development needs of players in the Youth Development Phase age group, ensuring the individual comes first and be flexible to the requirements of the role and the business.
Applicants should ideally live local to Watford, London Colney or the surrounding areas and be a UK resident or non-UK resident with a valid UK work permit.
You must have:
• Minimum Level 3 UEFA B Coaching Licence
• FA Youth Award
• Knowledge of the PMA System
• Valid FA Safeguarding Certificate
• Valid FA Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
• Previous experience coaching in an Elite Sports Environment
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel to various locations due to the demands of the role
• Understanding of the club’s commitment to EDI & Safeguarding
You would ideally have, but not vital:
• Level 4 UEFA A Coaching Licence
• FA Advanced Youth Award
As a regulated activity provider and as part of the shortlisting process we may:
- Complete reference requests prior to interview.
- Carry out an online search for publicly available information as part of the due diligence process.
- If your application is successful be required to obtain a DBS disclosure at the appropriate level (role dependant).
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and dynamic working environment by building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding:
We provide a safe and secure environment for all. We believe Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults is everyone's responsibility. Everyone in the organisation has a role to play, to ensure that club policies, procedures and practices in regard to safeguarding are followed.
Application Process:
- Please download and complete an application form located on the club website under the Careers section.
- Please send the completed application form, cover letter, a copy of all relevant qualifications, right to work in the UK documents and your CV to adam.balletta@watfordfc.com or by post to Adam Balletta at Watford Football Club Training Ground, Bell Lane, London Colney, Hertfordshire, AL2 1BZ.
- If you require information in regards how to complete the application form please refer to ‘Application Form guidance notes’ which can be found on the club website under the Careers section HERE.
- Please note depending on the role and if shortlisted, reference requests may be taken up prior to interview.
