The process of providing guidance, support and advice to referees is the task and responsibility of the Referee Assessor. The purpose of a written assessment is:
To assist the Referee to improve performance
Motivate the Referee to adopt the advice
To raise the standard of Referees in Manchester
To provide information to the County FA
The Football Association Assessors' Handbook, says the Assessor is the "Guardian of standards of the Laws of Game"
The qualities for an Assessor include the following criteria:-
Substantial Refereeing Experience
Knowledge of current Law
View game through eyes of Referee
Critically analyse performance
Identify strengths
Identify perceived development areas
Offer solutions to eliminate shortcomings
Write a quality, balanced report
We welcome your interest if you wish to become an assessor. Applications will be considered from retired or active referees who wish to be trained as an assessor. Assessors must not be below Level 6 with proven experience or, if not active, have been a minimum of Level 6 [or equivalent].
Application should be sent to Peter Roberts, Referees Development Officer at Manchester FA.
The next Assessors Course will take place on Thursday 2nd and 9th September 2010 (2 evenings) at Lancashire County FA - 6.30pm start both nights.
For more information call 0161 604 7619 or by email to peter.roberts@manchesterfa.com