FA Skills Programme – FA Skills Coach
Fixed Term Contract until 31st July 2017
Salary: £19,000 pro rata, per annum
Location: Home Based. Please note we have 11 vacancies across the following regions. Please select the area(s) you would like to apply for on your application form:
Isle of Man, Lancashire, Durham, Durham/Northumberland, Manchester, Northamptonshire, Shropshire, Oxfordshire and Middlesex
Closing date: Midnight, 26th August 2016
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one day Assessment Centre. Exact dates are to be confirmed but will take place between: Monday 12th September– Friday 23rd September 2016
Our Organisation:
The Football Association (The FA) is the governing body of football in England. We are responsible for promoting and developing the game at all levels; from grass roots through to the professional game, The FA Cup and the England International teams, and has two core assets: Wembley Stadium and St George’s Park.
The FA Skills Programme:
We introduced the FA Skills to inspire all 5-11’s to love and develop their game, foster lifelong healthy active lifestyles and to improve the long-term performance of our National game. This Programme has a massive short and long-term impact on the nation’s children and football as a whole. The Programme aims to give 5-11’s age appropriate coaching and self-help tools to learn the basics needed to reach their full potential.
Overview of the role:
You will work within the regional skills team and deliver FA Skills coaching to 5-11 year olds through FA Skills Centres, school curriculum lessons, Charter Standard Clubs and holiday sessions or events. You will also support primary school teachers, grassroots coaches and young leaders.
Your role will include the planning, design and delivery of coaching sessions which accommodate differentiation within the 5-11 year age group and promote The England DNA. In addition you will be responsible for organising and promoting the sessions, as well as the completion of all related administration tasks and liaising with the various internal and external stakeholders.
As a Skills Coach you will spend approximately 20 hours of your week coaching and the remainder of the time planning and designing sessions, completing required administration tasks and associated travel across the county. The role will also require you to have a flexible approach to working hours, to include working weekends and evenings on a regular basis.
What we are looking for:
Minimum completed FA / UEFA level 2 valid coaching award
Member of the FA Licensed Coach Club
Completed FA Youth Award Module 1
Experience of coaching 5-11 year olds
Experience of using relevant practices to support age appropriate child development.
Ability to enthuse and communicate with 5-11 year olds in a positive learning environment
Evidence of a commitment to appropriate learning & CPD
Ability to work using your own initiative, with an organised and proactive approach to work to ensure that administration tasks and deadlines are met.
Full driving license and access to vehicle for business use
Basic Microsoft Office Skills
In addition, the following skills and experience would be desirable:
UEFA B / FA level 3 valid coaching award or above
Youth Award Module 2 or above
Experience of working in school environment and knowledge of the National Curriculum for PE
Be able to demonstrate ability to effectively plan and design coaching sessions
Ability and experience of applying the philosophy of The England DNA, The FA Four Corner Model and FA Youth Modules to coaching the 5-11 year age group
What we can offer:
An exciting and challenging role within a changing, dynamic and world-renowned sports organisation.
Attractive benefits and a competitive salary for the right candidate.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career and are passionate about football and coaching 5 to 11 year olds, please apply by following the prompts below and demonstrate within your application how you meet the above criteria.
Due to the requirements of this role, successful applicants will undergo a screening process that will include an Enhanced Criminal Records Check.
For more information about this role, please contact: Martin Preston, FA Skills Programme Manager at martin.preston@thefa.com
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