Knowledge & Skills required
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and welfare
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to use a variety of communication tools (verbal, written, digital)
● Strong organisational and administrative skills
● IT skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office and platforms such as Google Drive.
● Innovative and creative
Desirable
● Higher Education qualification in a suitable area of study (e.g. Psychology)
● Qualification in player care
● Mental health first aider
● Experience in social and/or pastoral care
● Understanding of the EPPP (Elite Player Performance Plan) and its requirements
Personal attributes
● Dedication and commitment to developing young people
● Caring and compassionate
● Empathetic
● Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
● A genuine team player
● Displays a high level of discretion and maintains strict confidentiality
● Personable with an ability to build individual relationships
● Strategic thinker
● Ability to adapt to changing circumstances
● Loyal and committed