Academy Scout (North West England)
JOB TITLE: Academy Scout (North West England)
DEPARTMENT: Academy Recruitment
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LOCATION: Remote (travel required)
CONTRACT: Fixed-Term until 30/06/2027. 20 hours a week across 4 of 7 working days. 2 of these 4 days should be Saturday and Sunday.
JOB FUNCTION: To provide accurate and actionable information on external players from U13+ for the purposes of player recruitment, utilising an extensive knowledge and networks within the local area, scouting of matches and provision of reports.
Closing date: 27th February
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
About Us:
As a member of the Chelsea team, you will become part of a long and proud history in the heart of iconic west London, which dates back to the club’s founding in 1905. Since that time the club has won every major domestic and international trophy, being crowned English, European and world champions in the process.
Chelsea are a club which proudly strives to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch, as shown by the further success of our Women’s and Academy sides, as well as the excellent work in the community undertaken by the Chelsea Foundation, while engaging with our many supporters from a wide range of backgrounds at home in the UK and around the world.
If you’re motivated and want to help us win more trophies, you’ve got a place here at Chelsea!
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend live matches and watch games on video, to produce detailed, objective player reports in line with the CFC scouting standards, procedures and timeframes
- Provide player recommendations supported by evidence-based observations and clear rationale
- Undertake video clipping of highlighted players to support internal discussions and decision making
- Support the North Scouting Cell with the creation of players lists for presentation to senior staff
- Assist in the gathering of context, background information and wider intelligence on key players of interest
- Contribute to the maintenance and accuracy of internal databases, ensuring all information is kept up to date
- Scout at tournaments and events as directed by the Senior Scout and Recruitment Leadership (International travel for scouting coverage may be required as part of the role)
- Attend and actively participate in recruitment meetings, reviews and CPD sessions
- Support broader Academy Recruitment projects and initiatives as required
MEASUES OF PERFORMANCE:
- Minimum of 4 live and video matches per week, with a yearly ratio of 60:40 live to video
- Quality and timeliness of reports & recommendations
- Development of trusted contacts and knowledge across the area
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:
Qualifications:
- Valid Passport and driving licence
- Minimum of FA Level 2 Talent ID Qualification or UEFA B Coaching Licence
- Fluent in English
Experience:
Essential
- Minimum 2 years scouting experience at a professional level, with a strong understanding of academy football and youth development pathways.
- Extensive knowledge of the geographic area and key football networks within it
- Production of clear, concise, and insightful scouting reports with attention to detail
- Comfortable in relaying information clearly to senior staff
- Highly computer literate in office suite and capability to learn to use in-house systems
Desirable
- Familiarity with video analysis or clipping software
Qualities:
- Willing to take responsibility and follow tasks to a successful completion
- Be personable and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic
- Organised and diligent
- Confident communicator to diverse a range of stakeholders
- Discrete and ethical
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.
If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.
Chelsea FC is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.
This is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over time according to the changing needs of the Club.
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