Head Coach

**OVERVIEW**

The primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality coaching and training for all players in the team, with the intention of preparing players for relevant competitions/tournaments and conducting appropriate quality football activities that will enhance the players experience with the Club, combined with creating a fair and inclusive environment.

The Bill Brackenbury Cup (BBC) is the highest division of Senior Men in the Football Canterbury Football Association which plays during the winter season on Saturdays (mostly).

In accordance with the Constitution, the Head Coach - Men’s Premier League is approved by the Executive Committee and has sole responsibility for coaching the BBC team and must operate in the best interest of the Club. Ultimately the Head Coach - Men’s Premier League is responsible to their team and members of the Club. This position is appointed for the term of the season, at which time assessment of ongoing appointment to the role will be undertaken by the Committee.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Prepare and conduct scheduled training and trial sessions, including the evaluation and co-selection of players used to determine playing positions.
- Be available and prepare thoroughly for Match Day, demonstrating improvements of players and team performance throughout the season.
- Provide feedback to players based on their performance and participation.
- Establishing and implementing training techniques in line with Club expectations.
- Support a positive Club coaching culture and enjoyable player experiences.
- Ensure the preservation of player and member welfare in all circumstances.

**SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Hold a current paid “Working with Children” Check.
- Current Football Australia coaching accreditation (minimum GameTraining/Senior Coaching Certificate). C Licence preferable.
- Minimum 3 years coaching experience.
- Experience coaching at Community Men’s Premier League level (desired)
- An understanding of quality coaching behaviours required for adults.
- Highly developed leadership skills and professional approach.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and relate to players.
- Demonstrated football organisational skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Must always be a good ambassador/role model for the Club.
- Positive and approachable personality.
- Liaise with Club Administrators and Key Volunteers.
- Select and remove players from the team based on participation, performance, and demonstration of the Club’s Values.
- Assist in establishing and implementing training time and frequency.
- Secure a suitable “stand-in” coach when the coach is unable to attend a game/training.
- MaintaineffectivecommunicationwiththeTechnicalDirector,Team Manager, and the Club Committee regarding team performance and concerns.
- Be ultimately responsible for the team, as well as its associates, regarding the enforcement of all Club and team policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of Football Canterbury and Football NSW (Repeated conduct issues or violations of the Code of Conduct should be reported to the Club Committee).
- Lead by example and assist with the building of the Club culture and community.

**ROLE REQUIREMENTS**
- The estimated time commitment required as the Head Coach - Men’s Premier League is approximately 4 hours per week (time includes training, games and organisation of team) between November 2024 and August 2025.
- Conduct 2 trial sessions for team selection (Nov/Dec)
- Conduct one (1) training session per week (Feb-Aug)
- Coach team game on the weekend (and midweek for catch-up games).
- Organise pre-season opponents (2-4 matches)

**RENUMERATION**

This is a paid role within the club and will receive approximately between $4,500 and $5,400 depending on the number of sessions and matches coached during the tenure. This role equates to $83.40 per session/match and will be paid in two points in the season pending an accurate timesheet provided and approved by the Age Coordinator and General Manager.

**Job Type**: Contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: $4,500.00 - $5,400.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 11/11/2024
Expected Start Date: 28/11/2024