Assistant Coach JD
Document current as at 29/04/20
CRITERIA FOR POSITION – ASSISTANT COACH
- An advertisement for expressions of interest for the role will be published on Sydney Scorpions website and social media platforms
- All Assistant Coaching positions will be appointed at the discretion of Sydney Scorpions Executive Committee after initial consultation of the appointed Head Coach
- The position will be declared vacant at completion of representative tournament for which it was appointed (e.g. NTL, Junior Regionals, NYC)
- Must adhere to the Sydney Scorpions Selection Policy, Code of Conduct and applicable policies and guidelines at all times including any NSWTA and TFA requirements
- Must possess good written and oral skills and communicate effectively with the committee, the coaching team and players
- Able to demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure whilst achieving objectives
- Demonstrate an ability to work in conjunction with a Head Coach and be a part of a coaching partnership/team
- Must provide a record of Coaching ability and results to be assessed against the appointment criteria
- Must require a minimum Level 1 / Foundation coaching qualification
- Must submit a valid WWC and Play by the Rules certificate/reference number with their nomination
- As part of this process, it is a requirement that all prospective Coaches demonstrate the ability to work within the Sydney Scorpions policies, procedures and philosophies (e.g. club culture requirements)
- Partner with Scorpions selectors in a positive manner leading to the selection of the final team
- Accept responsibility to ensure your players qualify for the event that they are taking part in representing Sydney Scorpions
- Head Coach will be appointed prior to Assistant Coach, thus enabling Head Coach to have some input into their Assistant Coach/es
STATEMENT OF DUTIES
- To provide assistance to the Head Coach for the team to which the appointment was made
- To work with the Head Coach and Team Manager providing support in relation to arranging team training sessions providing direction and development strategies
- To liaise with team management and the committee regarding administrative matters
- Adhere to Sydney Scorpions HPU policies and guidelines
- To work with the Head Coach to ensure game/tournament HPU preparation protocol including suggested nutrition is adhered to
- To work with the Head Coach to ensure game/tournament HPU recovery protocol is adhered to (e.g. ice baths, massage, etc)
- To work with the Head Coach to maintain player profiles and constantly review and monitor player performance and give individual player feedback
- To work with the Head Coach and Team Manager to ensure the conduct of the team is beyond reproach