Local Scout - Midlands

Newcastle United FC
GB - NE1 4ST
December 25, 2024
Leisure

U13 - U18 Regional Scout Midlands - Part Time Location - Midlands based Part Time Competitive Salary We are the heartbeat of the city.

Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch.

Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role We are looking for talented individuals to help us identify and recruit our next generation of talent.

As such, we are looking for an experienced and innovative regional scout to identify and assess high quality players from outside the clubs catchment area who have the capability to sign for the Academy (in line with regulatory guidance).

Reporting to our relevant area Lead and working closely with our UK Lead and the Head of Youth Recruitment, you will be responsible for communicating a target driven and coverage approach to identify and assess and recommend young talents for Newcastle United.

You will ensure that the recruitment of these players adhere to EPPP and PL guidelines.

You will identify players from clubs outside the local catchment area and who have the capability to sign for the Academy supporting the decision making process on whether to sign, monitor or forget a potential target.

Your impact Experience of working as a member of staff in the recruitment department of a football club, ideally in an elite football club as a scout, is highly desirable.

As such, you will have a good network within clubs, leagues, and associations in the Midlands.

With significant experience of working with video footage (as well as live games) and in assessing talent and report writing you will provide comprehensive regional recruitment updates developing intel in relation to games, players, competitors, and fixtures to inform the relevant area Lead.

Possession of the FA Talent ID Level 2 certification and FA Safeguarding Certificate are essential, with FA Talent ID Level 3 and FA Basic First Aid for Sport being highly desirable.

A full UK driving licence is also essential.

The nature of this role also means that unsocial hours working and travel are a key element of the position.

About the team Joining our passionate Recruitment Team, you will be an experienced youth scout with significant experience in the identification of talented sporting youngsters and an in-depth knowledge of E.

P.

P relating to Professional football Academies.

We are very passionate about our values and on occasion, you may be required to travel to Newcastle regarding a potential target to help induct players and families into the Academy facilities and ethos; ensuring team working concept is at the forefront of strategy in relationships internally and externally.

Why choose us? We've got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand - where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee.

In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all.

We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths.

We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding We're committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply To access the full job description for this role please click here.

Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

Recruitment Agencies - please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications.

Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.

Job Expiry Date: 2025-01-07 12:00:00

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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