Academy Analyst

RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Academy Performance Analysis (direct), Lead Phase Coach

SALARY Competitive

CONTRACT Full-time, 40 hours a week

WORK FLEXIBILITY The position will involve working irregular hours; evenings, weekends and bank holidays

Purpose of Role

Lead the performance analysis support to the Youth Development Phase age groups (U13-U16). Support analysis provision in the Foundation Phase age groups (U9-U12).

Responsibilities

• Lead all analysis tasks for the Youth Development Phase as directed by the Head of Academy Performance Analysis.
• Produce content for all analysis meetings (game plan, pre‑match, post‑match, unit, individual).
• Create individual post‑match data reports for U13‑U16 players.
• Conduct training analysis and database sessions.
• Match day capture, live coding and feedback.
• Share content onto relevant platforms for staff and players.
• Create and maintain best practice libraries for individuals, units and team footage.
• Support information with internal or external data where necessary.
• Assist coaching staff in identifying, monitoring and preparing information for individual player development plans.
• Support the Head of Academy Performance Analysis with developing the Analysis Work Placement Students.

Personal Growth

• Undertake self‑development to keep knowledge up‑to‑date and forward‑thinking.
• Build relationships throughout the academy and broader.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in performance analysis or a related field (e.g. Sport Science).
• First‑hand experience using industry standard analysis products (e.g. Hudl Sportscode or SBG Focus).
• Minimum of 1 year’s performance analysis experience within a professional football academy.

Desirable Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in performance analysis or a related field.
• Football coaching qualifications (UEFA B Licence).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

General Accountabilities

• Continue to challenge, learn and set standards within performance analysis.
• Be creative and open‑minded.
• Be attentive to detail and driven to succeed.
• Maintain a flexible approach to work.
• Build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally.

Criminal Record Check Requirement

This role will require an Enhanced DBS Check.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Swansea City AFC strives to ensure it provides an environment where everyone’s rights, dignity and individual worth is respected and takes a zero‑tolerance approach to any form of discrimination. Equal Opportunity is an integral part of our recruitment and selection process, and we welcome applications from all individuals who feel they meet the core requirements of the role. We are particularly encouraging applications from women, disabled people and individuals from diverse ethnic communities who are currently under‑represented within the organization. All appointments will be made on merit of skill and experience relative to the role.