Lead Academy Goalkeeping Coach

Coaching and developing goalkeepers from U9-U18, acting as positive role model and mentor to our aspiring Goalkeepers. 

Line manages part-time goalkeeping coaches within the Academy ensuring a schedule to cover training effectively, including staff appraisals and reviews. 

Ensure the monitoring of goalkeepers & performance across the Academy is covered during training and games. 

Liaise closely with the Lead Phase Coaches (PDP, YDP & FP) also including the Academy Coaches throughout the age groups regarding training, games, and their individual progress. 

Monitor and progress age-appropriate coaching curriculums and development programmes across the Academy and ensuring there is an integrated approach with outfield players. 

Plan, deliver and evaluate coaching sessions in line with the Academy’s GK coaching curriculum. 

Monitor goalkeeping coaching and promote good practice across all phases. 

Ensure all goalkeepers in the Academy have an ‘Individual Learning Plan’ which is consistently delivered, reviewed, and adapted, with appropriate opportunities to practice on the areas highlighted. 

Work effectively with other departments to ensure the Academy operates in a multi-disciplinary environment and to ensure all goalkeepers are fully prepared and have a comprehensive development programme. 

Assist with administrative tasks related to the role, including general organisation, recording of sessions, player reviews, learning objectives, and weekly reflections through the FIP and other systems. 

Contribute to the scouting and recruiting process where appropriate alongside Head of Recruitment / Lead Phase Coaches. 

Attend and contribute to meetings as directed by the Academy Managers / Head of Coach Development 

Attend at least five hours of FA in-service training per year and ensure licence maintenance requirements are kept up to date. 

Actively support the Coaching Competency Framework and Development Action Plan process (CCF & DAP) and undertake CPD organised by the club. You will take responsibility for your own professional development by accessing development opportunities provided by governing bodies and external organisations. 

Any other reasonable duties as requested by Academy Managers 

Comply with health and safety requirements in line with the club’s health and safety policy.