Job Description
Volunteer Scout
Academy
Reports to Head of Academy Recruitment
Location England – Various
Cambridgeshire; North London; East London; West London; South London; Kent; Essex; Bedfordshire; Berkshire; South-West England; Midlands; Northern England; Norfolk
Salary Volunteer
Hours Part-Time
Role Summary
This position is for a driven individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and possesses the skillset to work in our Elite environment. Reporting into our Head of Academy Recruitment the successful applicant will be responsible for identifying and recruitment of players across the player performance pathway.
The role will consist of watching weekly fixtures as well as completing detailed reports on players to support the identification process for Cambridge United.
Key Job Outcomes
• Undertake Scouting Assignments as agreed with Head of Academy Recruitment
• Liaise with Head of Academy Recruitment to provide updates on scouting outcomes
• Complete scout reports on assignments
• Attend Scout meetings and CPD Events
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Scout both grassroots and academy matches
• Identify players of a suitable level to potentially join Cambridge United’s Academy system
• Build up knowledge of the best players in own local area and present findings to Head of Academy Recruitment
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.
Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required Desirable
FA Talent ID Level 1
Full UK Driving Licence
Coaching qualifications
A ‘people person’ with good interpersonal and communication skills
Attitude/Behaviours
Takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work
A genuine team player who will support and motivate other members of the team
Good knowledge of local football
Personal Qualities
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Strategic planner who is Self-motivated and committed
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, stating which area would be suitable
Closing Date 17th January 2023
Interview Date(s) TBA
Start Date Immediately
Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
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