Academy Goalkeeping Coach

Job Purpose

Job purpose: Integrate goalkeeper coaching on a weekly basis in line with the existing game model and outfield syllabus for the U9-U16 age groups.

• Prepare accurate session plans to aid delivery of Academy Goalkeeper training sessions.
• Use age-appropriate individual development plans to deliver game model and coaching programme in line with Academy guidance.
• Update registers every session and upload PMA requirements in line with Lead Coach instructions.
• Deliver player reports in line with EFL instructions.

• Use monitoring tools and timely reporting to lead phase coaches when assessing player performance.
• Accurately assess the learning objectives and learning outcomes review for training and matches for all players.
• Can embed the clubs psychological ‘competency’ framework into on and off field coaching.

• Identify through training and match performance players suggested for additional stretch or support.
• Use appropriate coaching techniques to help players work towards their Individual Development Plans
• Use Veo/Hudl to support player development by regularly creating highlights and discussion with players.
• Contribute to the multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss players in the goalkeeper group.

• Ability to coach using the football curriculum and coaching programme designed by the Academy.
• Ensures all training remains realistic and relevant to the position of the GK and supporting players.
• Can differentiate sessions to meet the needs of other playing positions and age groups.
• Can demonstrate technical and tactical knowledge linked to the creation and execution of a game model.

• Works well as part of a team and regularly talks to Lead Phase Coach
• Use appropriate and varied coaching techniques to deliver coaching points quickly and effectively.
• Use PMA and online video calls to deliver IDP’s and player reviews clearly and on time.
• Speak to players and parents regularly to update them on performance.

• Be responsible for the condition and cleanliness of Academy equipment and report any faulty or broken equipment to Lead Phase Coach.
• Ensure the facility and equipment is left in a tidy and safe state for the next user.

• Take part in Academy CPD programme.
• Ensure reflective practice is completed post session and game and you take part regularly in peer observations.
• Challenge poor practice (especially surrounding safeguarding and welfare of children) and report according to academy processes.

• Can respond to the needs of the organisation by working a flexible timetable when required.
• Ensure balls are pumped up, clean and fit for purpose each training session or match and training equipment is clean and safe to use.
• Make sure the playing surface and goals are safe to use and safeguarding of children is at the forefront of planning, design, and review of coaching.
• Ensure you arrive before players for sessions and fixtures and are prepared ahead of player arrival.

• FA GK UEFA B coaching certificate
• UEFA B licence (coaching outfield) certificate
• FA Youth Award (youth modules 1,2 and 3 and assessment)
• Emergency First Aid in Football Certificate (EFAiF)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• UEFA ‘A’ licence Coaching certificate
• UEFA ‘A’ licence GK coaching certificate