Academy Performance Analyst (U15-U16)

Derby County is seeking to recruit an Academy Performance Analyst (U15-U16) to join the Academy Performance Analysis Department at Moor Farm Training Centre.

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The successful candidate will aid in the management of the Performance Analysis programme for the Academy (U15-16 teams), providing a blend of innovative solutions alongside current best practices to enhance player development through the provision of analytical interventions that underpin improved performance.

 

Key Role Responsibilities:

 

·         To aid in the development and management of the Academy Performance Analysis Department and fulfil any additional directives that may be given by the Academy Lead Performance Analyst and Academy Staff regularly.

·         To manage, coordinate and schedule the part-time Academy Analysts.

·         Film and analyse individual and team performances within the Academy, namely the U15-16 teams, to the required standard.

·         Organise and coordinate the collection & distribution of match footage for the U15-16 age groups.

·         Undertake training, pre-match, post-match, and live analysis of Academy players to provide coaches and players with feedback.

·         Work with coaches and analysts to build presentations (statistical and video) for game/individual performance reviews.

·         Build performance profiles using databasing and statistical reporting techniques.

·         Provide coaches and players with trend analysis information to advance the identification and interpretation of player performance profiles.

·         Conduct analysis, filming, coding and video editing – providing insights to the relevant coaching staff and creating detailed reports, utilising telestration tools to facilitate player learning opportunities.

·         Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date database of matches and events and producing motivational and educational videos using DCFC and best practice footage.

·         Create an age-appropriate education framework that relates to team, unit, and individual learning styles.

·         Where applicable, share relevant videos, data, and other resources with all key stakeholders (staff, players, and parents) using various platforms.

·         Educate all key stakeholders (staff, players, and parents) on how to use various platforms.

·         Undertake available training courses and research to enhance personal knowledge, skills and experience.

·         The expectation is to use all available resources, including the latest research, and to collaborate with a thriving network of external clinical specialists and University links.

·         To attend briefings, courses and seminars, as able or as required by the Club, The Premier League, and The Football League and commit to undertake Continued Professional Development.

·         Stay abreast of current research and the latest developments in Sports Analysis practice and suggest ideas to assist with continuous improvement.

·         To demonstrate consistently high standards of behaviour and to operate within the parameters of the club code of conduct, the Laws of the Game, the Rules of the Football Association or the Rules of the FA Premier League.

·         To be responsible for the health, safety and welfare of customers and colleagues, complying with health and safety guidance and policy.

·         Continuously work to maintain, embed and improve the club’s safeguarding provision, ensuring the highest standards for safeguarding children and adults at risk.

·         To uphold and promote organisational policies and procedures, promoting those specifically applicable to this area of work and also including equality, diversity and inclusion.

·         To present and promote an appropriate public image in representing the organisation.

·         To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required commensurate with the post.

 

Personal characteristics and experience:

·         Experience working in a performance analysis role within the football environment at an elite level and knowledge of coaching elite players.

·         Experience of being in an Analysis setting, with line management responsibility (desirable).

·         Experience of working in a Category 1 Academy or First Team.

·         Experience in the manipulation of performance data sets and visualisations.

·         Experienced user of software such as, but not limited to, Piero/Hudl/Sportscode/Studio /Wyscout/StatsBomb, with demonstrable knowledge of other performance analysis software.

·         Advanced coding & visualisation abilities such as R/ Python/ XML/ XSLT / Power BI (desirable).

·         Demonstrable extensive technical & tactical football knowledge with the ability to contextualise the knowledge for player-facing material.

·         Excellent IT skills (Mac and PC) and knowledge of databases, SQL and reporting capabilities, and working with raw data files such as XML & CSV.

·         Robust skills and knowledge of videography, coding, data analytics and animating.

·         Excellent people management skills.

·         Confident, Resilient and Self Motivated.

·         Excellent Communication skills both verbal and written, with an ability to positively influence.

·         Excellent Presentation skills.

·         Ability to work in a fast paced, target driven environment.

·         Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

·         Work using own initiative and as part of a team.

 

Qualifications:

Essential

·         Undergraduate qualification in an appropriate discipline (E.g. Performance Analysis, Sports Science).

 

Desirable

·         Postgraduate qualification in an appropriate discipline (E.g. Performance Analysis, Sports Science).

·         FA-recognised coaching qualification or overseas equivalent (e.g. FA Level 2).

 

Salary is competitive, dependent on experience.

 

This is a full-time role, and due to the demands of professional football, there is a requirement for weekend and evening work, as well as regular national travel.

 

Who are Derby County…

 

Derby County Football Club, established in 1884, is one of the founder members of the English Football League and has a rich and varied history, including two First Division titles in 1972 and 1975 and an FA Cup success in 1946. The club are currently playing in the Sky Bet Championship, the second tier of English Football following their promotion from League One in the 2023/24 season and is under the management of Head Coach John Eustace. The club also boasts a successful and respected Category One Academy, a status which has been held since 2014, and a Women’s side competing in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division. Derby County recently embarked on an exciting new era following the change in ownership to Clowes Developments (UK) Limited, in the summer of 2022. Our track record of producing talent is outstanding, and we intend to protect that proud legacy, investing in key roles within the club to build on the foundations in place for success.

 

Everything we do as a Club is built around the three pillars of stability, integrity and progress. Our core values are:

 

·         We are proud of who we are and what we do

·         We are positive, inspired and passionate

·         We are ambitious and driven

·         We are prepared, honest and humble

·         We are the heartbeat of our community

·         We are the club of opportunity

 

Derby County employee benefits include:

 

·         25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·         Two complimentary staff season tickets

·         Two complimentary staff away memberships, subject to availability

·         20% discount at DCFC Megastore

·         Company Pension with Aviva

·         Discounts with select Club partners and sponsors

·         Healthshield Cash Health Plan to support employee health and well-being and Perks for great deals and discounts

·         Participating in our employee forum, ‘The Herd’ and Staff Events!

·         Training and development opportunities

·         Access to programmes and volunteering opportunities with Derby County Community Trust

·         Subsidised lunchtime meals at Moor Farm

 

How to apply…

 

Derby County Football Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of the Club's commitment to providing a safe environment for children and young people, applicants should be aware that this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check.

 

Derby County Football Club is an Inclusive Club for all and is committed to Equality and Diversity.

 

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More information can be found at https://www.dcfc.co.uk/page/jobsandcareers

 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 28 July 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

 

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