ROLE DESCRIPTION

About the job
Founded in 1882, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is an English Premier League and Women’s Super League Club, based in North London, with millions of global followers.




The position will involve working irregular hours (e.g. evenings / Saturdays / Sundays / Bank Holidays).


JOB PURPOSE

To deliver the Academy Coaching Curriculum within the Youth Development Phase.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Devise and deliver sessions to the U15’s in the Youth Development Phase within the Academy Curriculum/Syllabus
Responsible for match day preparation and performance of the U15’s
Participate in the selection of squads and travel on foreign tours as required, providing pastoral care that adheres to Academy guidelines/policies
Support with delivery of Individual Learning Plans for players in the U15’s as per Premier League rules (Every six weeks)
Support mid-season and end of season Player/Parent meetings with U15 Head coach
Establish relationships with players and parents of allocated age group in line with Academy Policies, and manage age group specific communication via Club issued devices
Work closely with Academy Medical, Sports Science, Analysis, Education, Player Care/Safeguarding, Operations and Kit staff regarding the players’ holistic programme and needs
Liaise with Academy Recruitment team regarding potential trialist/signings
Embody the Academy Philosophy and apply to all aspects of interactions with Academy Stakeholders (players, parents & colleagues)
Maintain mandatory CPD record, including Club issue DBS check (every three years), UEFA Licence (15 hours of the appropriate level CPD every three years), FA Advanced Youth Award, FA Safeguarding Children Workshop (every three years), relevant FA Emergency First Aid qualification as per Premier League rules (currently EFAiF – every three years)
Liaise with U15 Head coach to ensure all Kitman data entry (both for training sessions and matches) is accurate and up-to-date to support the players development journey
Be available to support other YDP age group session when appropriate
To support our Elite Development Centre programme as well as area best events when required
Identify opportunities to work with U15 players individually using a multi-disciplinary approach
Support the U15 Head coach with player audit meetings using a multi-disciplinary approach to provide a staff update on mid-season and end of season progress.
Liaise with the Head of Coach Development to support individual needs around self-development


PERSON SPECIFICATION



PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Thinks ahead, generates innovative ideas
Values & respects others, builds relationships, collaborates
Gets things done, delivers to highest of standards, takes responsibility
Flexibility and availability at weekends
Authenticity and integrity


SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Good organisational and personal management skills
Proficient IT skills (specifically Word and Excel)
Effective communication skills
Ability to deal with day to day issues on own initiative
Effective time management
Ability to relate well to children and adults
Experience of working with children (12-16 year-olds)
Experience of working to deadlines in a high-pressure environment


ESSENTIAL

UEFA B License
FA Youth Awards
Enhanced DBS check


DESIRABLES
UEFA A License
FA Advanced Youth Award
Relevant undergraduate degree
Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team


Safeguarding is fundamental to the success in all that we do. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced DBS check with child’s barred list.


Tottenham Hotspur Football Club welcomes applications from anyone regardless of age, disability, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.