This role will Coordinate the Football programme(s) for Rotherham United Community Trust (RUCT). The role will work with a range of local and national partners including but not limited to the FA, EFL, Premier League, RUFC and various other related organisations to further enhance our range of programmes and create new initiatives to meet the local and national priorities and needs. The role will coordinate both programmes and delivery teams, ensuring all services are delivered to a consistently high quality and good value for money. Within the role, there are requirements to develop further funding opportunities to deliver more programmes, work with local partners within Football as well as ensuring quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation are in place and of high quality for the programmes.
THE ROLE
• To effectively supervise, mentor and direct support staff, volunteers and apprentices.
• To efficiently organise & communicate staff rotas.
• Develop the Footballing offer in Rotherham
• To lead on the design, plan and delivery of a range of high-quality football sessions that are accessible to all.
• Lead on increasing numbers of all football programmes including disability, LGBT, women and girls.
• Develop and deliver a range of sporting opportunities at a fundamental level and to Learn to Train phases of the player pathway that are structured, safe, progressive and fun.
• To work with partner agencies to identify local volunteers from the community and to develop a comprehensive education/development coaching programme.
• To imaginatively promote local sporting opportunities to young people in schools and community settings.
• Market & advertise the programme over the correct time periods and prepare a schedule for the year including preparation of flyers and school letters (All Marketing material).
• To take positive steps to identify and overcome barriers to participation amongst young people from disadvantaged backgrounds through good coaching practice.
• To assist in establishing football/skill clubs and new junior clubs/sections after school or in the community.
• To assist in identifying talented young people and encouraging their further development particularly through the creation of strong school/grassroot – club links.
• To undertake training and continuous professional development as necessary relevant to the post.
• To contribute to the continuous evaluation and development of all Football Development projects.
• To represent RUCT at all internal and external meetings when required.
• Be responsible for the recruitment of participants where required.
• Build and develop strong links with individuals, Football Clubs (Professional and Grassroot), schools, community groups, stakeholders and relevant organisations.
• Monitor and evaluate all elements of the programme, ensuring data is up to date and accurate.
• Prepare and maintain materials for sessions.
• To act as cover for all programmes at designated times, when required.
• Carry out administration such as registers, reports, retention and achievement data.
• To work with colleagues throughout RUCT to extend knowledge and skills in order to identify best practice.
• To lead staff and programme of activities for assigned projects ensuring quality assurance, health and safety and safeguarding needs are met and adhered to.
• To carry out duties in accordance with the employing agency equal opportunities policy, information security policies, financial regulations and the Health and Safety at work Act.
• To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the post.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
• The post holder will be required to work some Match Days, evenings and weekends as the requirements of the job demands.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A dynamic, hardworking and enthusiastic individual.
• Passionate about making a difference.
• Ability to think clearly, creatively and imaginatively.
• Positive attitude and strong focus on teamwork and proactivity.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and be personally committed towards education and learning.
• Receptive to feedback about own behavior, strengths and areas for improvement.
• Ability to communicate with people from all backgrounds.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with people.
• Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability.
• Have skills to plan, organise and present information.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Responsibility for ensuring a high quality of delivery and planning.
• IT skills to include a high level of competence using Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
• Project coordination, including monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of a range of Football related programmes.
• Experience working with BME and disability specific groups.
• Knowledge of how to give positive and targeted support to participants who have special educational needs.
• Achieving set targets and outputs.
• Maintaining budgets.
• Coaching experience.
• Working with local community groups, external providers and funders.
• Developing innovative sessions to inspire and engage participants.
• Determination to encourage the highest quality experience for all participants.
• Experience of Premier League, English Football League or FA funded projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
• UEFA B Licence
• Full driving licence and the use of a vehicle.
• Safeguarding, First Aid & DBS (arranged by RUCT).
GENERAL DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
• To support RUCT and Rotherham United FC in their aims, objectives, vision and mission statement.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant club policies, including health and safety policies.
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements.
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing RUCT and Rotherham United FC.
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the charity, club and its personnel.
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
• To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of Rotherham United Community Trust.
RUCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.