Professional Development Coach

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Job description

Job Title: Professional Development Coach (U21)

Location: American Express Elite Football Performance Centre, Lancing, BN15 9FP

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: To follow the men's U21 schedule

Close Date 11th November 2024

About Brighton & Hove Albion FC

We compete at the highest levels of football on a global stage whilst keeping our Sussex community spirit. Our vision is to be a top ten Premier League club and a top four Women's Super League club. A commitment to high performance, high professional standards and making a difference is at the heart of everything we do.

An amazing opportunity within our Category 1 Academy

We are looking for a dynamic and driven coach to support our U21 Head Coach. This role focuses specifically on 'Out of Possession' play within our specialist coaching model. You will play a crucial role in enhancing players' individual development through tailored Individual Development Plans and will facilitate both individual and group reflection and analysis. Join us in shaping the next generation of talent!

Your background

You will have a strong background in professional football, both as a coach and/or as an ex-player. The ideal applicant will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to foster rapport and build strong relationships within teams and across a multi-disciplinary team. You will understand Brighton & Hove Albions football brand and the likely qualities need for our future players.

You will hold the following qualifications:

- UEFA A Licence or working towards

- FA Advanced Youth Award

- FA Emergency Aid (Level 2 minimum)

- FA Safeguarding Workshop Certificate

Our values play a pivotal role in our success

Our values are a set of filters through which we deliver to each other, our fans, our partners and our sponsors. As a team we live and breathe these values:

- Treat People Well

- Exceed Expectations

- Aim High. Never Give Up

- Act with Integrity

- Make it Special

How we say thank you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, some of the additional benefits you will receive will include, but not limited to:

- Free breakfast and lunch at both sites

- 23 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part time staff)

- Rewards platform, which includes access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and much more!

- Priority access to match tickets and access to free WSL tickets for 24/25 season

- In-house training programme and CPD opportunities

- Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Our core values mean that we have a strong ethical culture which allows us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of their age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, do not hesitate to get in touch with our People and Culture team.

Safeguarding is part of everything we do

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

This is a UK based job. It is unlawful to employ a person who does not have permission to live and work in the UK.

All offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and right to work, as well as a full reference history. We do not offer sponsorship for applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

Application Process:

To submit your application for this Professional Development Coach (U21) opportunity, please click Apply now.

Applications close 11th November 2024.

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