Malpas & District JFC Succession Planning
It is a reality in junior football that volunteering is the only reason our clubs exist and without coaches and club officials giving freely of their time, there would be no club at Malpas. A further reality is that coaches and club officials are usually one in the same, not forgetting they are parents too and this is not sustainable as the time will come when their child will finish at U16 and involvement in the club will naturally come to an end.
Malpas & District JFC is putting plans in to place now to ensure that when this scenario happens, we will already have the solutions because we have got ahead of the game and prepared for succession of our coaches and club officials.
We have coaches in place for a limited number of age groups from U10 to U15, which means that football training on a weekday evening, and matches at the weekend are likely to be in hand. However, these coaches cannot operate without a framework of support in terms of governance, administration and support, which is fundamental to the club’s future.
Coaches for each age-group have been tasked with discussing this succession strategy with their parents in an effort to find new faces that can step up and support our players and coaches to take Malpas & District JFC forward in the next few years. We believe that within our group of parents, we already have the skills, experience and vision to progress and by looking outside of the fully committed coaching team we will find more sustainable solutions.
The table below summarises the roles and responsibilities that Malpas & District JFC will need to secure as the club moves forward.
Chairperson
Overall co-ordination of the club’s activities, governance. Liaison with League, community and partners.
Secretary
Key point of contact for League / FA business. Management of registrations, subscriptions, enquiries and reporting
Treasurer
Oversees the day to day finances of the club.
Child Welfare Officer
Maintains a safe environment for all of our players, coaches and parents. Manages DBS checks, incident /accidents and welfare issues.
Mini-Soccer Co-ordinator
Liaison with all head coaches in Mini-section to improve quality of provision and escalate issues.
Junior Football Co-ordinator
Liaison with all head coaches in Junior-section to improve quality of provision and escalate issues to Chairperson.
Kit Manager
Oversees the supply of new playing kit, sponsorship and develops merchandise to support players and club.
Equipment Manager
Oversees the supply of football equipment to each age group (balls, bibs, first aid kits, etc.) and plans for goalpost replacement / pitch side barriers, etc.
Pitch / Venue Co-ordinator
Ensures the club has access to enough local pitches.
Fundraising Officer / Committee
Develops fundraising plans and activities / events to maintain strong financial position.
Results Secretary Mini Soccer
Collation of results each weekend to be forwarded to League and League Press Secretary.
Results Secretary Junior Football
Collation of results each weekend to be forwarded to League and League Press Secretary.
Reception Year Lead Coach
The Reception year is critical to the future sustainability of the club both financially and in terms of players moving through. This Saturday morning session needs a qualified lead coach each year.
Annual with each new intake
Coaches (all age groups)
Not all age groups have two or more coaches. As teams progress through the age groups this adds significant pressure on the coach. All help is welcomed.
If you are interested in any of the roles listed above, please discuss with your Coach.
It is a reality in junior football that volunteering is the only reason our clubs exist and without coaches and club officials giving freely of their time, there would be no club at Malpas. A further reality is that coaches and club officials are usually one in the same, not forgetting they are parents too and this is not sustainable as the time will come when their child will finish at U16 and involvement in the club will naturally come to an end.
Malpas & District JFC is putting plans in to place now to ensure that when this scenario happens, we will already have the solutions because we have got ahead of the game and prepared for succession of our coaches and club officials.
We have coaches in place for a limited number of age groups from U10 to U15, which means that football training on a weekday evening, and matches at the weekend are likely to be in hand. However, these coaches cannot operate without a framework of support in terms of governance, administration and support, which is fundamental to the club’s future.
Coaches for each age-group have been tasked with discussing this succession strategy with their parents in an effort to find new faces that can step up and support our players and coaches to take Malpas & District JFC forward in the next few years. We believe that within our group of parents, we already have the skills, experience and vision to progress and by looking outside of the fully committed coaching team we will find more sustainable solutions.
The table below summarises the roles and responsibilities that Malpas & District JFC will need to secure as the club moves forward.
Chairperson
Overall co-ordination of the club’s activities, governance. Liaison with League, community and partners.
Secretary
Key point of contact for League / FA business. Management of registrations, subscriptions, enquiries and reporting
Treasurer
Oversees the day to day finances of the club.
Child Welfare Officer
Maintains a safe environment for all of our players, coaches and parents. Manages DBS checks, incident /accidents and welfare issues.
Mini-Soccer Co-ordinator
Liaison with all head coaches in Mini-section to improve quality of provision and escalate issues.
Junior Football Co-ordinator
Liaison with all head coaches in Junior-section to improve quality of provision and escalate issues to Chairperson.
Kit Manager
Oversees the supply of new playing kit, sponsorship and develops merchandise to support players and club.
Equipment Manager
Oversees the supply of football equipment to each age group (balls, bibs, first aid kits, etc.) and plans for goalpost replacement / pitch side barriers, etc.
Pitch / Venue Co-ordinator
Ensures the club has access to enough local pitches.
Fundraising Officer / Committee
Develops fundraising plans and activities / events to maintain strong financial position.
Results Secretary Mini Soccer
Collation of results each weekend to be forwarded to League and League Press Secretary.
Results Secretary Junior Football
Collation of results each weekend to be forwarded to League and League Press Secretary.
Reception Year Lead Coach
The Reception year is critical to the future sustainability of the club both financially and in terms of players moving through. This Saturday morning session needs a qualified lead coach each year.
Annual with each new intake
Coaches (all age groups)
Not all age groups have two or more coaches. As teams progress through the age groups this adds significant pressure on the coach. All help is welcomed.
If you are interested in any of the roles listed above, please discuss with your Coach.
