Academy Goalkeeper Coach

**Job Title: Academy Goalkeeper Coach (Full-Time)**

**Department: Academy**

**Reporting: Head of Academy Goalkeeping**

**Location: Training Ground - Jersey Road**

**Salary: Competitive**

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We play in a brand-new stadium, 15 minutes from Heathrow in vibrant west London.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

**Inclusion Statement**

**Safeguarding Statement**

**The Role of Academy Goalkeeper Coach**

Support, guide and direct talented young goalkeepers to maximise their potential in sporting performance & personal excellence within the Academy. Support the delivery of relevant, innovative & enjoyable coaching practices across goalkeeping groups, as well as small-group outfield and whole team sessions. In doing so, also upholding and demonstrating the values, standards and behaviours expected by Brentford FC both inside & outside the Club.

**Main Accountabilities**
- To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.
- Work from an aligned and periodised coaching curriculum that is constantly under review and support the creation and review of such a curriculum.
- Coach goalkeepers across various phases of the Academy.
- Watch match and training videos, clip relevant sections and present constructive analysis and feedback to all players under your supervision.
- Coach and/or support multi-disciplinary activities across various phases of the Academy.
- Ensure all players under your supervision understand and adhere to rules and guidelines.
- Plan and evaluate all Academy sessions on the PMA.
- Ensure all rules relating to youth development (EPPP) are always met.
- Complete all necessary age group and player paperwork to include match reports, PMA content, player diaries & reviews within the required timescales.
- Communicate with other Club staff, players and parents in a professional and timely fashion.
- Conduct player reviews with players and maintain records of the meetings for inspection/audit.
- Participate in squad audits and player pathway planning.
- Watch potential new recruits as directed by the Recruitment Department, either by video or attending live matches if needed.
- Any other reasonable & relevant requests as made from time to time.

**General Club Accountabilities**
- To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations.
- To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
- To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
- To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
- To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy
- To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
- To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel.
- To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times.
- Any other relevant tasks and duties as directed by your line manager

**Key Internal Relationships**
- Academy Management Team
- Academy Recruitment Team
- 1st Team Staff
- Academy Staff
- Academy Players

**Person Specification - Essential Personal Characteristics**
- Minimum UEFA B coaching licence
- Completed or working towards Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
- Combination of specialist goalkeeping and broader football coaching knowledge, understanding and skills.
- Capability to create learning scenarios through demonstration to simulate players’ skills and development areas.
- IT skills to create player and team reports and analysis.
- Demonstrate a productive work ethic.
- Possess and demonstrate a positive mental attitude.
- Effectively and efficiently communicate at all levels and build strong relationships.
- Adopt a flexible & adaptable approach.
- Be willing to take responsibility and follow tasks to a successful completion.
- Work on your own initiative, take control where needs be, guide and support others.
- Be persistent, patient and an innovative problem solver.
- Show a willingness to take instruction and follow guidance.
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