Academy PDP Performance Analyst
Ipswich Town Football Club is looking for an Academy PDP Performance Analyst to support the development of players in the Professional Development Phase through delivery of the Academy performance analysis and insights programme.
Full description
Academy PDP Performance Analyst
Playford Road Training Ground
37.5 hours per week
£25,000 per annum
- Are you interested in a career in the sports industry?
- Do you have an interest in performance analysis and player development?
- Are you a team player?
- Could you thrive in a fast-paced, fast-expanding environment?
- Do you want to work in one of the most exciting and dynamic places in Suffolk?
If so, look no further….
Ipswich Town Football Club is looking for an Academy PDP Performance Analyst to support the development of players in the Professional Development Phase through delivery of the Academy performance analysis and insights programme.
The Academy PDP Performance Analyst is a key position in the overall club strategy to consistently produce young footballers capable of playing at the highest levels of the game.
The role will sit within the Performance Analysis and Insights department, which is closely aligned with the Academy Coaching team, where the overall aim is to support the development of Individual players within the club playing and coaching philosophy.
The successful candidate will lead on all video analysis and statistical analysis with a PDP age group and play a key role around Individual Action Plans of players within that age group.
Who are you?
- You will be a development minded individual with previous experience of working in a performance analysis role in a professional environment.
- You will have knowledge of performance analysis software.
- You will work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support player development.
- Ideally, you will have a Master’s degree in a performance analysis related field.
- You will have an understanding of coaching practice, ideally through an FA coaching qualification.
- You will be able to multitask and assist other colleagues when needed.
- You will be comfortable in a busy, fast paced environment.
- You will have a strong willingness to learn a range of new skills and build on existing abilities.
- You will be organised, able to meet deadlines and keep calm under pressure.
- You will be outgoing, enthusiastic and passionate about your work.
- You want to work in one of the most exciting organisations in Suffolk!
We will give you:
- The chance to be part of a unique business at a crucial part of its development.
- Excellent experience in the elite sports industry.
- Development and growth with mentoring from industry experiences colleagues.
- An environment that is exciting, fast paced and fun!
- Training, mentoring and support.
- A great package including two complimentary season tickets.
- Discounts in Planet Blue store.
- Life assurance.
- Wellbeing Programme.
- Free On-Site parking.
If this is you:
To apply for the vacancy please click the ‘apply’ button below.Please note, CV’s will not be accepted for this role.
Closing date for applications: Friday 29 September 2023
Shortlisting and interviews will take place throughout the duration of the vacancy advert. This may mean that the vacancy could close early should a suitable candidate be found. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive; only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted. Therefore, if you haven't heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you haven't been shortlisted on this occasion.
A full job description and the application form can be viewed at Ipswich Town CAREERS (itfc.co.uk)