Assistant Head of Academy Football Development

The successful candidate will work under the Head of Academy Football Development and assist with the implementation of the Academy football development programme across age groups U7-U18. The role will specifically require assisting the implementation of our coaching curriculum, training and playing methodology, coach development programme and management of coaching standards for players and staff as directed by the Head of Academy Football Development., To assist with the implementation of the training programme, coaching methodology and playing methodology for age groups U7-U18 as directed by Head of Academy Football Development
To assist with the implementation of long-term talent profiling processes for U9-U18 age groups such as Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and interdisciplinary reviews, being a critical member of the interdisciplinary team
To assist with squad assessments and player succession planning for U9-U18 age groups
To assist the monitoring and tracking of squad selections and utilisation for U9-U18 age groups ensuring decisions are made in the best interests of player development
Provide input into decision making processes for retain and release decisions for age groups U7-U18 as requested
To assist with the implementation of coach competency framework, coach development programme and coaching code
To assist with the development of coaching staff by supporting staff with their development action plans in line with coach development programme
To assist with implementation of age specific games programme for age groups U7-U18
To assist with the management of coaching standards within Academy with a specific focus on U7-U18 age groups ensuring coaches adhere to the training programme and training and playing methodologies
To work with the Recruitment Department to support the identification, recruitment and retention of potential talent
To organise and communicate weekly coaching staff schedule
To complete and submit timesheets for casual coaching staff
To monitor and track data capture for coaching department on key club systems as directed
To coach Academy age groups as required
To complete any other duties as directed by Head of Academy Football Development and senior Academy and Club staff
To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels

General Club Accountabilities
To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
To ensure compliance with the Club's Safeguarding Policy and processes.
To ensure compliance with the Club's Code of Conduct
To actively embed equity, diversity and inclusion into the operations and strategy of your team, in line with our EDI strategy
To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

UEFA A License
FA Advanced Youth Award
Emergency First Aid in Football
FA Safeguarding
Experience of coaching Academy age groups U7-U18
Experience of supporting coach development

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.
Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.
We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.
We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.
We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.
Come join us.

Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups - such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as 'reasonable adjustments'), you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.