CARETAKER boss John Snape is keen to remain at relegated Worcester City “in some capacity” and hopes to be part of a “three-year plan”.

Snape took temporary charge after Carl Heeley ended his seven-year reign as manager in late January.

The former Hereford midfielder won one, drew five and lost nine of his 15 games as Worcester finished one point adrift of safety.

But he managed City in difficult circumstances with star striker Lee Hughes among several players to leave after the club's board put the squad up for transfer.

Chairman Anthony Hampson praised Snape for his efforts, insisting he had helped to “put the pride back” into Worcester.

But Snape, who has been assisted by captain Danny Jackman, admits he does question his own decision-making over the last three months.

“I had 15 games and have not won enough of them — that’s a fact,” he said.

“From the day Jacko and I came in and then Luca (Gabriel) was added to the coaching staff the lads have given their all.

“But the biggest disappointment and worry for me is the side we had should not have gone down.

“So I am going to question myself. Have they been managed right? Have we set up right for games?”

Snape said it would take “a week or so” for him to get over the disappointment of relegation which he described as one of the most horrible feelings in football.

But he still wants to be involved at City where he has spent time as a player and been on the coaching staff since 2013.

“The club have got to ask themselves whether they want me or not,” Snape said. “That will be reviewed with the board.

“Obviously the goings-on off the pitch should be no deflection from the fact we have gone down which is a horrible state of play.”

Snape has previously ruled himself out of the running for the permanent manager’s job.

“If they think I am right (to stay) in some capacity I will definitely look at moving things on,” he continued.

“There is a lot of work to do sorting out the situation for next season in terms of friendlies and training schedule.

“These are not laid down yet because of the situation we are in at the moment.

“But I will be helping the club invariably with that over the next two weeks anyway.

“Hopefully there will be a three-year plan to move the club forward from their current demise.

“I don’t think we can do it overnight and everyone realises that.

“If Worcester are to be a big club then they need the city to realise that and we need everyone on board.”