Organisation Leeds United FC Salary Competitive Location Thorp Arch, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 7BA Contract type Permanent (Full time) Closing date 16 August 2024 Job Description SUMMARY OF ROLE:
We currently have an opportunity for a Performance Analyst to join our Academy team based at our training ground at Thorp Arch, Wetherby. The Academy Analyst is responsible for delivering and developing the Academy Performance Analysis programme to ensure a first-class player experience that supports coaches to impact player performance & help create independent learners with the analytical skills needed for continuous development in the Under 18 age group and assisting the Academy Performance Analysis Programme across all phases of the programme.
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Leeds United Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Leeds, West Yorkshire, where we play at our fabulous stadium based on Elland Road, which has been the home of Leeds United since 1919 and remains one of English football's great theatres and is 'the only place for us' ever since.
Everyone at Leeds United is dedicated to working as one team and to be the best we can be.
Come be part of our fabulous team as we March on Together.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Implementation of the Academy Performance Analysis Programme, ensuring alignment within the Professional Development Phase, with an influence of the and Youth Development and Foundation Phases to support a club wide analysis philosophy
•Provide match day analysis for games across all phases when required, with a focus on the Professional Development Phase (U18)
•Filming and analysis of training sessions
•Co-ordinate a best-practise library showcasing key metrics within the academy
•Work with the coaching team to provide metrics which enable the Academy playing philosophy to be measured and optimised
•Linking with local Universities to support the departments’ placement students
•Liaise with staff from other departments on the development of each player as part of the 6-12 weekly multidisciplinary review process
•Contribute to the Academy internal CPD programme and engage in all external CPD as required by your role
OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS:
•Working autonomously to an agreed level and in the best interests of the Academy
•Forging positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to benefit the Academy
•Championing all Club and Academy policy through ensuring best practice in areas such as safeguarding, health and safety and equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the coaching department
•Living the values of the Club and championing our culture to help deliver the Academy performance plan and ultimately the vision of the Academy and the Club
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTS:
•Championing innovative and emerging best practice through accessing internal and external sources of expertise to help contribute to ongoing personal development and the overall Academy programme
•Engaging in the Academy staff development programme and attending all CPD events
•Participating in all external CPD to ensure compliance with PL, EFL and NGB standards
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Essential Qualifications
•Undergraduate level education in Performance Analysis, Sports Science, Sports Coaching or similar
•Safeguarding children certificate
•DBS check with children’s barred list check
UK Driving License
Desirable Experience:
•Postgraduate level education in Performance Analysis, Sports Science, Sports Coaching or similar
•FA Level 2 Coaching Award
Essential Experience:
•A minimum of 1 years’ experience working in analysis (placement or FT)
•Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team to support player development
•Experience of using the Hudl Analysis Suite (Sportscode, Studio, etc.)
•Experience of working with and manipulating datasets
Desirable Experience:
•Experience of working in Academy football
•Experience leading classroom-based sessions for varying sized groups of players
•Experience mentoring placement students/ Junior Analysts
•Experience operating sports recording equipment
Knowledge Requirements:
•Understands the current Academy system and professional football culture and landscape
•Possesses an applied knowledge of EPPP standards and working practices
•Understands how a long-term, holistic development programme is structured
•Understands the function of each facet in a multi-disciplinary team in an Academy
•Possesses a demonstrable knowledge of health and safety policy and best practice
•Possesses a demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding policy and best practice
•Possesses a strong awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion
Skills Requirements:
•Creates positive learning environments
•Plans and delivers challenging, age-appropriate activities
•Identifies and responds to the needs of the players by adapting their practice accordingly
•Uses accurate and age-appropriate content
•Communicates using a variety of methods and using an age-appropriate vocabulary
•Able to justify and reflect on their practice and beliefs
•Builds positive relationships with the players, staff and all stakeholders
•Demonstrates outstanding listening, verbal and written communication skills
•Competent with modern technologies that support the performance of their duties
PERSONAL TRAITS:
•Inspires others and is a positive role model
•Is personable and able to connect and build relationships with others easily
•Demands high standards and has an attention to detail
•Shares the vision and values of the Academy and is motivated to achieve its objectives
•Aligns with the Academy playing and coaching philosophy
•Takes a long-term view of player development and align with the Academy approach to winning
•Possesses a passion for talent development and are motivated to work with young players
•Able to work in a high-profile environment with regular media coverage and public interest
•Is responsible and acts in the best interests of the Academy
•Is open minded, innovative and willing to explore new ideas/concepts
•Enjoys facing challenges and have the resilience and resourcefulness to see complex tasks through
•Is proactive and able to identify and mitigate risks
•Is a collaborator and relishes the opportunity to work alongside others to overcome challenges and achieve goals
•Willing to share their knowledge experience as part of a community of practice
•Able to work with players, staff and other stakeholders of varying ages, experience, backgrounds and cultures
•Committed to personal development and continuous improvement
•Possesses a strong work ethic and are motivated to be the best they can be
•Able to promote the positive image of the Academy and the Club
EQUALITY STATEMENT:
Leeds United is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:
Leeds United is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups.
Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory DBS Check (with children’s barred list check) and references.
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