https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news...acancy-070524/
We're proud to have been selected as one of only two EFL clubs to partner with the Premier League in offering an academy staff position to candidates who are currently under-represented in English football
Not sure what this means in practice but it must be good for the future of our youth development ambitions that we are viewed in good light?
What a token reply that is. There are lots of people in lots of sectors that are considerably under represented due to a lack of opportunity and the privilege of others. Race may be one factor, wealth, status and so on are other examples even geographical location. By doing this the club will more likely than not get someone over qualified for the position and get to form relations with another club or clubs higher up in the leagues - which may lead to loans etc. We have not rejected anyone. We are now also probably not paying the wages!
The role of Assistant Youth Development Phase Coach & Academy Analyst is an exciting, 23-month fixed term opportunity open to male coaches from black, south Asian and mixed heritage backgrounds, and female coaches from all backgrounds.
https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/site...april-2024.pdf
They call it a positive action scheme aimed at addressing some currently under represented groups within the English professional game.
Black, South Asian and mixed heritage groups, and women from all backgrounds.
Are different ethnic groups under represented in relation to the percentage that have done coaching courses and become accredited?
It's literally discrimination. Nothing positive about it. If you're a white male, you cannot get the job, regardless of how hard you've worked to gain the necessary skills and experience. I get that this is done with good intentions, but the best candidate should always get the job, regardless of their ethnicity or gender. Football is a results-driven business.