Andrew Smith
Birmingham,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in coaching, mentorship, and adaptable teaching methods. Demonstrates exceptional organisation skills and excels in communication and presentation. Proven ability to work effectively in group settings, fostering collaboration and achieving collective goals. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development within the education sector.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Football Coach
FC ELITE ACADEMY
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2023.08 - Current
- Football Grassroots coach - Voluntary
- U13s-U14s (Current).
- Organised travel arrangements for away matches ensuring timely arrival and adequate preparation time .
- Developed players' skills for improved match performance.
Lead Development Football Coach
FC Elite Academy
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2022.11 - 2025.02
- Leading fun, developmental coaching sessions for ages 7-14 on a Saturday morning.
- Player development and recruitment.
- 25 players developed & signed to a team within the age groups to date.
Casual Sports Coach
Spark Active
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2022.09 - 2025.02
- Primary School setting - KS1 & KS2
- Afterschool club delivery
- Adapted lesson plans according to unique needs of each student, ensuring inclusive participation in all activities.
- Sport camps - HAF
Education Mentor
Spark Active
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2023.03 - 2023.07
- Supporting SEND children with PE learning breaks.
- Classroom lesson support
- Lunchtime club
- Afterschool club
Sports Coach
SPARK ACTIVE
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2021.09 - 2022.09
- PPA Physical Educational lessons for KS1 - Years 1 and 2
- Developed lesson plans for students, ensuring understanding of physical education concepts.
- Prepared all necessary equipment for PE lessons ahead of time, ensuring smooth class operations.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet students' varied needs and abilities.
- Lunch time delivery and afterschool clubs.
Sports Coach
KA KITS ACADEMY
Birmingham
2019.08 - 2019.12
- Prepared lesson plans according to each class's abilities and interests, resulting in engaged learners.
- Encouraged fair play principles amongst students while playing competitive games.
Apprentice
Kingsbury Sport Partnership
Birmingham
2018.09 - 2019.09
Customer assistant
The Cooperative Food
Birmingham
2016.08 - 2018.08
- High quality customer service
- Stocked shelves regularly for easy access to products by customers.
- Dealt effectively with customer complaints, resolving issues professionally.
- Working in a team
Education
Bachelor of Science - Football Coaching and Performance
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 09/2022 -
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Sport
Rushall Olympic FC
09/2015 - 06/2017
Secondary Education
Great Barr Secondary School
Birmingham 09/2009 - 06/2014
Skills
- Coaching
- Mentorship
- Organisation skills
- Communication and presentation
- Adaptable teaching methods
- Group work
Alison Mapp
Details:
- Kingsbury Sports Partnership (Spark Active)
- ceo@sparkactive.co.uk
- 07766922255
- Current employer.
Paul Virgo
Details:
- Birmingham City Community Trust
- Paul.Virgo@bcfc.com
- Former college tutor of 3 years
Russel Smith
Details:
- University of Wolverhampton
- R.Smith16@wlv.ac.uk
- 077983537858
- Current tutor at University of Wolverhampton
Certification
- Level 1 in Football Coaching (FA)
- Level 2 in Football Coaching (FA)
- Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
- Safeguarding For All
- Safeguarding Children Course
- Introduction to Talent Identification
- BT Playmaker, by England Football
- Multi-Sports Level 2
Timeline
Football Coach
FC ELITE ACADEMY
2023.08 - Current
Education Mentor
Spark Active
2023.03 - 2023.07
Lead Development Football Coach
FC Elite Academy
2022.11 - 2025.02
Casual Sports Coach
Spark Active
2022.09 - 2025.02
Sports Coach
SPARK ACTIVE
2021.09 - 2022.09
Sports Coach
KA KITS ACADEMY
2019.08 - 2019.12
Apprentice
Kingsbury Sport Partnership
2018.09 - 2019.09
Customer assistant
The Cooperative Food
2016.08 - 2018.08
Bachelor of Science - Football Coaching and Performance
University of Wolverhampton
09/2022 -
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Sport
Rushall Olympic FC
09/2015 - 06/2017
Secondary Education
Great Barr Secondary School
09/2009 - 06/2014