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Sunderland Regional Talent Club (RTC) Technical Director Vacancy

Ref:005 Sunderland Regional Talent Club (RTC) Technical Director

The Foundation of Light are looking to appoint a Technical Director for season 2019-20 as maternity cover (ending 31 May 2020).  One of only 13 Regional Talent Clubs to carry Tier 1 status, Sunderland  RTC is an essential pillar of the FA Girls' England Talent Pathway and is part-funded by the FA and supported by Durham County Football Association.

The RTC is recognised as one of the best in the country based on a number of factors including facilities, quality of coaching, education and coach and player development.

Players take part in a comprehensive training programme covering all areas and concepts of football, with teams taking part in the RTC Tier 1 North League against elite clubs including Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to continue the growth of women and girls football in the North East. 

Successful applicants must hold the UEFA A Licence and have a valid FA Coach Licence. The role requires approximately 16 hours per week and includes working evenings and weekends. 

Interested applicants should, in the first instance, download application packs from our website www.foundationoflight.co.uk  or by contacting Alex Dunn on  alex.dunn@foundationoflight.co.uk or 0191 563 4759 to request a pack.  CVs are not accepted.  Candidates who have not heard within six weeks of application should assume they have been unsuccessful. The closing date is Monday 10th June 2019.

The Foundation of Light reserve the right to close this advert early if theyare able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

If you are successful you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities, competitive salary and a range of benefits including Cycle to Work scheme, contributory pension and opportunities for reward and recognition.

Appointments will be subject to thorough identity checks and, where appropriate, an immediate application for an enhanced DBS Check · Foundation of Light is an Equal Opportunities Employer.