Assistant Manager Job Description

Responsible for: (1st Team or 2nd Team)
Responsible to: Team Manager
Recommended Qualifications: (SFA Level certification at Club Coach, First Aid / Sports Coach UK qualifications) – Refer to Quality Mark Criteria for Coaching Pathway

Skills and Attributes Required
Assistant managers should have the ability to:
- Motivate performers
- Communicate effectively
- Use time efficiently and effectively
- Develop an appropriate level of technical knowledge
- Observe and analyse skills and make improvements
- Make use of appropriate equipment and adapt if necessary
- Evaluate all coaching sessions

Main Duties:
- Consult with team manager about the aims of coaching sessions.
- Assist team manager to prepare for matches.
- Ensure that you are well briefed about any special needs of the participant’s involved i.e. medical condition/disabilities etc.
- Attend any meetings with team manager & coaches where appropriate.
- Abide by and promote sound ethics and club policy, fair play and equal opportunities to all members.
- Develop your own skills by attending SFA coach education courses, sportscoachUK courses and any in-service training that is organised by the club.
- Take responsibility for ensuring that the equipment is correct and is kept in good working order.
- Be aware of and promote the clubs codes of conduct for coaches and players.
- Be aware of the club’s Health and Safety policy and Emergency procedures and take responsibility for Health and Safety aspects during activities.
- Ensure that there is an accessible, well-stocked first aid kit at the venue and a telephone nearby.

Time Commitment:
Attendance at all matches and 75% of coaching sessions.

SIGNATURES:
Chairperson …………………………………………………………
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Secretary …………………………………………………………
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