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Exeter City FC has built a tradition & culture that commits to the maximisation of “people performance” within the organisation. An opening for the position of Head of Academy Recruitment has become available due to the career progression of the current post holder who is moving on to a Championship Football Club. ECFC Academy is looking for an enthusiastic Head of Recruitment with a commitment to personal and professional development. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a desire to identify and recruit talented young football players into the ECFC Academy Player Progression Pathway. This is a full-time post requiring some flexibility with occasional evening and regular weekend working. The ideal candidate will have at least 12-months experience working within a professional football environment. “Better Players, Better Staff, Better Provisions” Roles & Responsibilities: • Reference Job Description. Person Specification: • Reference Job Description.  

Organisation: Exeter City Football Club Location: Exeter, Devon Type of Contract: Full Time, Permanent Starting Salary: Competitive, to be discussed at interview Job Title: Head of Education & Player Care Department: Academy Education Reporting to: Academy Operations & Performance Manager Exeter City FC are looking to recruit a Head of Education & Player Care to be responsible & accountable for the smooth, efficient & professional operation of all Education & Player Care matters within the Academy. The successful applicant will be required to provide education support for all Academy players, build relationships with external education providers and provide a central point of contact for all safeguarding and welfare concerns within the Academy. Key Tasks: • Ensure all educational requirements of the Scholarship programme are met, liaising with Exeter College to ensure Scholars meet their educational course requirements. • Plan, deliver and assess NVQ for all U18 scholars. • Plan & provide relevant and innovative support/compensatory education lessons for players on day release. • Closely monitor progression of all Academy players with particular focus on players that are part of the hybrid training model at St Luke’s Science & Sports College. • Oversee the school release programme working, closely with the Lead FDP & YDP Coaches, ensuring parents, players & schools are informed of all the relevant information. • Ensure the Academy has up to date school reports for all players uploaded on the PMA. • Plan & organise age appropriate life skill sessions for all Academy players in conjunction with the LFE. • Manage & enhance relations with linked Colleges in a well organised, professional manner. • Target & sit-in on Academy player reviews who are underachieving in their education. • Coordinate & provide regular suitability reviews on living accommodation arrangements for Scholars and trialists. • Ensure DBS checks are carried out on all Academy staff and updated every 3 years. • Liaise with the Senior Safeguarding Lead on Academy safeguarding issues and ensure appropriate Academy staff are aware of issues and/or matters arising. • Ensure Academy safeguarding policies & procedures are up to date. • Play an active role in the planning and delivery of multi-disciplinary in-house CPD. Person Specification: • Qualified Teacher Status/QTLS • Experience working as a teacher within a school or college • FA Welfare Officer • Current (in date) FA DBS check • Current (in date) FA Safeguarding children certificate • FA First Aid qualification • Current full & clean driving licence • Have effective & efficient communication skills at all levels. • Be personable and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic. • Be willing to engage in and undertake Continued Professional Development (CPD). • Positive and enthusiastic outlook towards education, sports psychology and match analysis that will encourage players to do the same. • Ability to work on own initiative, take control where needs, guide & support others. Roles & Responsibilities: • Reference Job Description. Person Specification: • Reference Job Description. How to apply If you wish to apply for this position please complete an Application Form and Equality Monitoring Form and send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to HR, Exeter City Football Club, St James Park, Stadium Way, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6PX or email  Interview format: Short presentation and Panel Interview (all details to be sent out to applicants on invitation to interview). All candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work within the UK at Interview. ECFC is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and employees to share this commitment.