Elite Goalkeeper Coach & Youth Pathway Architect

EFL; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious football club in Barnsley is seeking an Academy Lead Goalkeeper Coach to develop the next generation of elite goalkeepers. This role involves creating and implementing training programs, mentoring young players, and aligning coaching philosophies with club objectives. Candidates must hold relevant coaching licenses and demonstrate a commitment to supporting player development in a professional environment. This is a unique opportunity to inspire future football talents.

Qualifications

• Holds current UEFA B Licence.
• Holds current FA Goalkeeping Coaching B Licence.
• FA Youth Awards (Modules 1, 2 and 3).
• Holds current Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF).
• FA Safeguarding Children Workshop Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead training sessions for goalkeepers to enhance skills and competencies.
• Develop and implement the Goalkeeping Coaching Curriculum.
• Manage transitions of goalkeepers between age groups.
• Attend games and prepare goalkeepers for matches.
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary reviews of Academy Goalkeepers.

Skills

Effective communication

Mentoring young players

Planning and implementation

High standards of professionalism

Proactive decision making

Education

Current UEFA B Licence

FA Goalkeeping Coaching B Licence

FA Youth Awards (Modules 1, 2 and 3)

Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)

FA Safeguarding Children Workshop Certification

Tools

Performance Management Application Toolkit

Athlete Monitoring Software

Job description

A prestigious football club in Barnsley is seeking an Academy Lead Goalkeeper Coach to develop the next generation of elite goalkeepers. This role involves creating and implementing training programs, mentoring young players, and aligning coaching philosophies with club objectives. Candidates must hold relevant coaching licenses and demonstrate a commitment to supporting player development in a professional environment. This is a unique opportunity to inspire future football talents.