2 Goalkeeping jobs

Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Sheffield United FC and various opposition clubs played Line Manager: Academy Manager Sheffield United are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Goalkeeping Coach to work with our current Full-Time GK team, spanning from First Team to the Academy. The role will require the applicant to carry out detailed coaching sessions, be able develop and enhance current talent, and be able to have an eye to scout for future talent. Role Responsibilities: • Development of goalkeepers from U9-U23, including monitoring and providing support to the club’s Head of Goalkeeping. • Ensure the monitoring of goalkeepers performance across the Academy, ensuring 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. • Liaise closely with the Lead Phase Coaches and Academy Coaches throughout the age groups regarding training, games and progress. • Along with the Goalkeeping Department, develop and monitor 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.. • 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 PMA and other systems. • Contribute to the scouting and recruiting process where appropriate. • Attend and contribute to meetings as directed by the Head of Goalkeeping/Head of Academy/Head of Coaching • 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 (CCF) and undertake CPD organised by the club and take responsibility for your own professional development by accessing development opportunities provided by governing bodies and external organisations. Essential Criteria: • Minimum UEFA B GK Coaching Award • FA Youth Modules 1,2,3 • Experience of coaching young players • Experience in Youth Development • Experience of working within an Academy • FA First Aid (Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football) • FA Safeguarding Children Workshop • This role requires a DBS check • Organisational skills • Excellent communication skills o ability to communicate with parents/guardians o ability to communicate with players of all age ranges o ability to communicate with coaches across all phases Desirable Criteria: • UEFA A GK Award • Advanced Youth Award (GK Specific) • To have played to Academy level or beyond

We are looking to recruit a qualified and experience goalkeeping coach to help develop our talented and promising young players. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of the goalkeepers involved and enhancing the professional industry they work within. Further information regarding the position (training times, R&R's, etc) will be discussed at the interview.How to applyPlease send your CV and Covering Letter explaining why you should be considered for the post to:  before the closing date. For more details please call 0778626912 (Simon) if needs be.