Human Performance Coach
Human Performance Coach
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Job Description
Job Title:Human Performance Coach
Department:Medical
Reporting:Head of Academy Medicine & Sports Science
Location:Training Ground Jersey Road
Salary:Competitive
Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.
Being progressive humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.
We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.
We play in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.
We will never forget where we have come from but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.
Come join us.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates including those from underrepresented groups such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds women those from the LGBTQ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as reasonable adjustments) you will have the opportunity to let us know at appropriate points in the hiring process.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FC is committed to equality the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club safeguarding is everyones responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the clubs commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.
Please note that where appropriate for the role you may be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and this will include any time living or working outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at
Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.
If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.
The Role of Human Performance Coach
Brentford Football Club is enjoying the most exciting period in its history and were looking for a Human Performance Coach to join our team. Aligned with the Academys vision of being admired as the most caring and progressive academy in the world this is a unique role and one that is forward thinking in terms of how we support players in relation to their human development and performance. The role will be pivotal in bridging the gap between off and onfield psychological and social provision.
The role will be working within the Academy Medical department and reporting to the Head of Academy Medicine & Sports Science and Consultant Head of Human Development. This role will sit across a multitude of departments and have a strong teaching and mentoring element. The role will be heavily influenced and use the underpinning theory of Neuroscience to help support players with their emotional social and psychological capabilities to help them to understand self to support and navigate through the challenges within academy football.
Main Accountabilities
- Working with the Consultant Head of Human Development and Lead Academy Psychologist support the department to maximise its key performance measures ultimately contributing to the academys overall vision of being admired as the most Caring and Progressive academy in the world.
- Develop lead and manage the psychological and social framework for the academy linking into the academy values and purpose.
- Create and lead engaging sessions for players and all academy staff on a specific topics linked to the psychological and social framework.
- Create and lead engaging sessions with players and all academy staff on the contemplative tools that will be provided and encouraged within the academy.
- Work closely with the Lead Coaches to implement and allow alignment through the academy of the psychological and social framework with regards human development and performance.
- Attend and input from the psychological and social frameworks into the daily planning sessions and support the onfield delivery as part of the coaching and MDT team.
- Support the development of all coaching staff on match days to implement the psychological and social framework along with the contemplative tools to help support human development and performance.
- Collaborate with the Education Team to implement and allow alignment through the academy of the psychological and social framework with regards human development and performance
- Collaborate with Player Care and Safeguarding to implement and allow alignment through the academy of the psychological and social framework with regards human development and performance
- Deliver workshops to the recruitment department with regard the psychological and social profile of academy recruitment.
- Work strategically with Safeguarding Player Care and Medical Department to support wholebeing to families and host families.
- Promote awareness of player health and wholebeing throughout the club.
- Maintain comprehensive and confidential records tracking the progress and effectiveness of wholebeing strategies and interventions.
- To study and continuously drive the forward thinking and using the latest in research.
- To ensure that any concerns you observe or are raised with you in your role are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.
Continued Professional Development
- Due to the uniqueness of this job role an individualised and specific mentoring programme will take place which will provide the necessary professional development to be able to deliver and make this role impactful within the club. Along with the mandatory requirements from an academy perspective.
- Take responsibility for continued professional development and keeping an uptodate portfolio of achievements.
- Take an active role in delivering regular departmental CPD session for full and parttime staff.
- Strive to advance working practices within the Medical Department and implement initiatives to elevate the wholebeing services provided by the club.
General Club Accountabilities
- To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
- To ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulatory ethical and social requirements.
- To ensure compliance with the Clubs Safeguarding Policy and processes.
- To ensure compliance with the Clubs Code of Conduct.
- To actively embed equity diversity and inclusion into the operations and strategy of your team in line with our EDI strategy
- To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
- To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
- To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
- Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager
Key Internal Relationships
- Head of Academy Medicine & Sports Science
- Consultant Head of Human Development
- Lead Academy Psychologist
- Head of Academy Football Development
- Academy Director
- Academy Coaching Staff
- Head of Safeguarding
- Player Care
- Education
- Recruitment
Person Specification Essential Personal Characteristics
- MSc in relevant subject relating to role
- Experience delivering mental health and wholebeing workshops and/or interventions
- Able to drive with access to own vehicle
- Ability to work a flexible schedule with unsociable hours including weekend and evening cover
- Ability to work in a team and independently on own initiative
- Highly organised with strong communication and time management skills
Person Specification Desirable Characteristics
- UEFA B Coaching Qualification
- Experience in teaching and/or mentoring or coach education
- Experience of working in professional sports environment (preferably football)
- FA Safeguarding Certification
- Evidence of CPD portfolio
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 25 February 2025
Employment Type
Full Time
