Goalkeeper Coach Chelsea FC

Job Description

Closing date: 7th April

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join a leading team. The role involves delivering relevant, high-quality training sessions across the age groups you work with, while leading and supporting the implementation of the Women's clear playing philosophy across the squad.

Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Academy Goalkeeping Lead to successfully deliver the Chelsea Women's Academy Goalkeeping programme.
• Leads the delivery of the goalkeeping programme for U12 & U13 age groups.
• Leads the individual action plans, on & off pitch, for U12 & U13 goalkeepers including the creation of game/training clips.
• Provides matchday support for U12 & U13 age groups, as well as other age groups as and when required.
• Delivers the Chelsea Goalkeeper Profile in age relevant way for U12 & U13 goalkeepers.
• Works closely with Academy Goalkeeping Lead & wider academy MDT to ensure U12 & U13 goalkeeper needs are met with analysis, physical performance, medical, psychology & menstrual cycle.
• Supports goalkeepers & age group coaches in maximise the outcomes for the goalkeeper in training sessions & matches for U12 & U13 age groups.
• Works closely with Academy Goalkeeping Lead to maintain database & longlist of youth GKs across all age groups. Creates & stores video packages of opposition GK's U16 & below.
• Review U12 & U13 goalkeeper performance & progress and report this regularly to Academy Goalkeeping Lead.
• To complete regular personal development & CPD to continuously upskill themselves both internally & externally.
• When required, assist with Senior Team analysis tasks.

What You'll Bring

• UEFA B Licence (Essential) • UEFA B GK Licence (Essential)
• UEFA A Licence (Desirable)
• FA Youth Award Modules
• FA Safeguarding Qualification
• FA First Aid Qualification
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance
• Excellent communication skills with other parties, colleagues and players
• Excellent team player
• Ability to work to deadline and to be efficient

Our Expectations

• To embody the club's BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
• To adhere to the club's policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department

Tagged as: Academy, goalkeeper coach, Leadership & Management, part time, women’s football