Vacancy at Cambridge United FC
Academy Performance Analyst
Salary
£25,500 per annum
CUFC Training Ground
Vacancy listed
24/03/2025
Application deadline
07/04/2025
Details
Academy Performance Analyst
Department Performance
Reports to Head of Academy Performance
Location CUFC Training Ground
Salary £25,500 per annum
Hours
A minimum of 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Flexibility and availability outside of working hours is required
Role Summary
As Academy Performance Analyst you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and deliver high quality analysis support to staff and players across the Academy. You will support the Academy playing, training and IDP programmes through the provision of analysis support and interpretation across the development phases
Key Job Outcomes
• To film, live code and clip individuals for use of all PDP and any SPDP fixtures
• To lead, manage and support the schoolboy programme to ensure the appropriate age groups and filmed, coded and individual clips provided
• To create and maintain a database, storing player and team analysis through video and statistics
• To ensure the analysis of post-match footage and the production of statistical reports for the coaching staff and players is completed within a timely manner, organising them in a meaningful and user-friendly format capable of influencing future performance
• To ensure filming of training and fixtures is planned and delivered to the highest possible standard
• To look at training & matches (individual, team & units) and be proactive in trend analysis to provide PDP staff with user friendly information
• To be prepared and organised for travel with all relevant working equipment for away fixtures, where applicable arranging cover to the highest standard
• To keep up to date with all new technology and methodology relating to analysis
• To work with the Talent ID & Pathway department to support in identifying and monitoring potential recruits
• To work with the Play Care department to support in compiling player CVs for players transitioning out of the Academy
• To create player videos to support potential loan opportunities in a timely manner
• U18 players with the SEP end point assessment analysis video
• To participate in research to consistently produce presentations to the highest possible level
• To lead the Academy Analyst internship programme
• To liaise with relevant staff where appropriate to ensure that information, relevant to duties is communicated effectively
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
Related Degree
FA/UEFA Coaching Qualifications
Introduction to First Aid qualification
FA Safeguarding children workshop
IT Skills, including Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
Experience of working with player/parents in football environments
Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams
Experience working in a high performing business environment
Understands how elite players are developed
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date Monday 7th April 2025
Interview Date(s) W/C 14th April 2025
Start Date TBC
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork
We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work
We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility
We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
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 are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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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Department Performance
Reports to Head of Academy Performance
Location CUFC Training Ground
Salary £25,500 per annum
Hours
A minimum of 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Flexibility and availability outside of working hours is required
Role Summary
As Academy Performance Analyst you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and deliver high quality analysis support to staff and players across the Academy. You will support the Academy playing, training and IDP programmes through the provision of analysis support and interpretation across the development phases
Key Job Outcomes
• To film, live code and clip individuals for use of all PDP and any SPDP fixtures
• To lead, manage and support the schoolboy programme to ensure the appropriate age groups and filmed, coded and individual clips provided
• To create and maintain a database, storing player and team analysis through video and statistics
• To ensure the analysis of post-match footage and the production of statistical reports for the coaching staff and players is completed within a timely manner, organising them in a meaningful and user-friendly format capable of influencing future performance
• To ensure filming of training and fixtures is planned and delivered to the highest possible standard
• To look at training & matches (individual, team & units) and be proactive in trend analysis to provide PDP staff with user friendly information
• To be prepared and organised for travel with all relevant working equipment for away fixtures, where applicable arranging cover to the highest standard
• To keep up to date with all new technology and methodology relating to analysis
• To work with the Talent ID & Pathway department to support in identifying and monitoring potential recruits
• To work with the Play Care department to support in compiling player CVs for players transitioning out of the Academy
• To create player videos to support potential loan opportunities in a timely manner
• U18 players with the SEP end point assessment analysis video
• To participate in research to consistently produce presentations to the highest possible level
• To lead the Academy Analyst internship programme
• To liaise with relevant staff where appropriate to ensure that information, relevant to duties is communicated effectively
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
Related Degree
FA/UEFA Coaching Qualifications
Introduction to First Aid qualification
FA Safeguarding children workshop
IT Skills, including Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
Experience of working with player/parents in football environments
Experience in leading/managing an area/people or teams
Experience working in a high performing business environment
Understands how elite players are developed
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Hardworking and enthusiastic
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Reliable and committed
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Able to communicate effectively
Willingness to work weekday evenings
Excellent team player and motivator
Application Process
Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter, applications which do not include both documents will not be reviewed.
Application Closing Date Monday 7th April 2025
Interview Date(s) W/C 14th April 2025
Start Date TBC
Mission, Vision & Values Mission
Cambridge United aspires to compete at the highest level of the English Football League, whilst operating a financially sustainable football club embedded within the heart of its community.
We are custodians with a collective responsibility to protect and enhance the Club for future generations.
Vision
Creating Memories
We engage current and future generations of supporters by creating memorable moments.
Driving Standards & Performance
We will evolve by driving standards and performance through self-reflection and education.
Enhancing Lives
We are an inclusive Club that is United in Endeavour to enhance lives though the power of sport.
Values
We engage positive and inspiring characters who are committed to serving and strengthening our community, by adopting our 3 keys values.
Teamwork
We achieve more through working together than alone and are United in Endeavour.
Hard Work
We are committed to learning and working towards our pursuit of excellence in everything we do.
Humility
We will celebrate each other’s successes and recognise that no individual is greater than the collective.
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 are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from disabled candidates. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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.
https://forms.office.com/e/WkrhMHMzzL