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Lead Academy Analyst – Youth Development Phase
Blackburn Rovers Football & Athletic
Blackburn Rovers Football Club is a professional football club, based in Blackburn, Lancashire, England, which competes in the EFL Championship, the second tier of the English football league system.
Job Posted- 27 Oct 2026
Status- Full Time
- Permanent
Location- England
Closing date- 10 Nov 2026
Blackburn Rovers are looking for a Lead Academy Analyst to lead performance analysis support for the Youth Development Phase (U13–U16).
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Academy Performance Analysis and responsible for the Academy Performance Analyst Interns (YDP), you will provide high-quality video and data analysis to enhance player development, support coaches and strengthen interdisciplinary work, in line with the Academy Performance Plan.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver pre-match, in-match and post-match analysis for U13–U16 teams
- Capture, code and upload match and training footage to platforms such as Hudl
- Provide individual and team feedback through video sessions and data insights, and support coaches with Development Action Plans
- Maintain performance databases and dashboards for YDP players and ensure EPPP and audit compliance
- Work with coaches, sports science and recruitment, contributing to interdisciplinary meetings and player reviews
- Support coach education through analysis resources and workshops, embedding safeguarding in all analysis practice
About You
- Strong video and data analysis skills, with proficiency in SportsCode (essential); Hudl, Wyscout and Coach Paint desirable
- A relevant degree (e.g. Sports Science, Coaching, Performance Analysis) and a UEFA C Licence (or working towards)
- Understanding of football tactics and technical development for U13–U16 players, and of EPPP and Academy audit processes
- Excellent communication, presentation, organisational and team-working skills
- An MSc in Performance Analysis and a UEFA B Licence are desirable
- Enhanced DBS check required
Key Details
- Location: Blackburn Rovers Academy, Brockhall Village (BB6 8BA)
- Contract: Permanent, full time (minimum 37.5 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends)
- Salary: £27,000 per annum
- Closing date: 10 November 2026
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