Roles and Responsibilities
Chairperson & Vice-Chairperson
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Provide leadership and direction for the Club.
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Oversee the work of the Club Committee.
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Chair meetings of the Club.
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Advocate of the football Club for the local community.
Secretary
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Official contact between Club and County FA and other Clubs.
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Ensure Club affiliation and league membership.
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Ensure effective correspondence and communication.
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Provide minutes of meetings for official Club records.
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Match day duties to support teams and officials.
Treasurer
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Manage and administer finances of the Club.
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Create annual income and expenditure sheets and balance sheets.
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Create and maintain a cash book for at least two years.
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Ensure all payments and fines are paid on time and recorded.
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Support all fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.
Development Officer
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Recruit new coaches and volunteers.
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Ensure all new-comers are inducted in to the Club.
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Provide all new-comers with a brief of their role.
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Ensure there is sufficient training for new coaches and volunteers, and ensure all existing training and qualifications are valid.
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Establish links with local schools, and ensure they are aware of all forthcoming events.
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Develop opportunities for young leaders and players.
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Ensure all coaches and volunteers are recognised and rewarded.
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Ensure all examples of FA Best Practice are followed and adhered to.
Child Welfare Officer
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Understand and Communicate the club’s responsibilities when running activities for Children and young people
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Work with the FA and League’s Welfare Officers
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Understand the FA’s Respect Programme and develop best practice processes
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Help all Club members understand what their Duty of Care is towards Children & young people
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Responsible for FA CRB check on all new recruitments within the club
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Monitor repeat incidents of poor behaviour and liaise with the committee and league or FA Welfare officers where necessary
Manager / Coach
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Player Development: Design age-appropriate training sessions to enhance individual and team skills. Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to help players improve.
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Teaching Fundamentals:Focus on teaching fundamental techniques such as passing, dribbling, shooting, and basic game strategies. Emphasise fair play and sportsmanship.
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Creating a Positive Environment: Encourage a supportive and respectful environment where players feel comfortable learning and making mistakes. Promote teamwork and camaraderie
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Safety and Well-being: Implement appropriate warm-ups, cool-downs, and injury prevention strategies. Be aware of any medical conditions or allergies among players. Follow safety guidelines during training and matches.
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Communication with Players and Parents: Keep players and parents informed about training schedules, matches, and any relevant updates. Address concerns or questions in a timely and respectful manner.
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Understanding Age Groups: Tailor coaching approaches to align with the physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities of players within specific age groups.
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Promoting Enjoyment and Love for the Game: Create a fun and enjoyable learning environment. Encourage a lifelong love for the sport by emphasising the joy of playing football FOR ALL
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Team Management: If coaching a team, handle administrative tasks related to match schedules, player availability, and team logistics. Foster a sense of team unity and cooperation