U16 Assistant & Individualisation Coach
U16 Assistant & Individualisation Coach
Location: Cobham Training Ground
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full-Time
Closing date: 9th November
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a coach who is passionate about player development and thrives in a high-performance environment. Working closely with the U16 Head Coach and multidisciplinary staff, you will support the delivery of an elite coaching programme while leading the individual development journey of players within our Blue Talent pathway. You will help create an environment where players can maximise their potential, develop as people and performers, and prepare for progression through the Women's Academy pathway.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and delivery of high-quality training sessions for the U16 squad, aligned to the Club's game model, coaching methodology and player development framework.
- Assist with matchday preparation, player selection, performance analysis and post-match review.
- Provide individual coaching support to players, helping them achieve their development goals.
- Design, implement and monitor Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for players within the Blue Talent programme.
- Set clear, measurable development objectives tailored to each player's position, potential and needs.
- Deliver and oversee individual and small-group coaching interventions.
- Support the implementation and monitoring of Individual Action Plans (IAPs).
- Work collaboratively with technical coaching staff to ensure smooth transitions across age groups and development phases.
- Support player progression into senior opportunities through effective planning and communication.
- Collaborate with medical, performance, education and safeguarding colleagues to provide a joined-up approach to player development.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date player development documentation and reporting.
- Build positive relationships with players, parents and key stakeholders.
- Contribute to a positive, professional and high-performance environment across the Academy.
What you will bring ;
Essential Qualifications
- UEFA B Licence
- FA Safeguarding Qualification
- FA First Aid Qualification
Desirable Qualifications
- UEFA A Licence
- FA Youth Award
Experience & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of long-term player development and age-specific coaching principles.
- Experience designing and delivering individual player development programmes.
- Knowledge of player profiling and development planning.
- Understanding of grassroots, school, academy and elite football pathways.
- Experience working with elite female youth players (desirable).
- Previous professional playing experience (desirable).
Our Expectations
- To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
- To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
- To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
- To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
- To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
