Colchester United Women's First Team GK Coach (Voluntary)

Colchester United; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable football club is seeking a committed GK Coach to support their Women’s Team in Colchester. The role involves planning and delivering training, managing players, and inspiring the team culture. Required qualifications include FA coaching awards and experience in the senior women's game. A full clean UK driving license is necessary, and the position requires a DBS check. This is a volunteer role with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Collaboration with First Team Staff

Coaches Macron Uniform

Access to bespoke CPD from partners

Qualifications

• Experience coaching in the senior women’s game.
• Understanding the needs of female athletes.
• Full clean UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver GK training sessions.
• Manage players and support recruitment.
• Inspire and motivate on and off the pitch.
• Evaluate coaching impact through individual learning plans.

Skills

GK Coaching experience

Passion for women's football

Leadership and motivation

Collaboration

Education

FA Introduction to Coaching Award

FA Introduction to First Aid in Football

FA Safeguarding Children

UEFA C Coaching Award

FA National GK Coaching Award

Job description

Are you a talented and committed GK Coach who would like the opportunity to support the Colchester United Women’s Team? If you’re a GK Coach with experience and/or passion for the female game alongside working in senior women’s football, this is an opportunity for you. This role provides an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious football coach to join our Women’s Coaching Team and become one of the leading figures at the top of our women’s Pathway.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver GK training sessions in collaboration with the Colchester United Women’s Team Committee, Head Coach and other Coaching Staff.
• Manage players, support recruitment and contribute on matchdays.
• Contribute to Matchday Programme, fan engagement and club engagements as required.
• Be a leader who inspires and motivates people on and off the pitch, with tenacity and creativity to overcome obstacles.
• Attend to time commitments and travel to venues as required, including Training at Wednesday End Community and Sports Centre, Colchester (CO2 9BG) and Matchdays at Home Garrison, Colchester (CO2 7SZ) and away across the Eastern Region Division 1.
• Develop positive and effective relationships with colleagues, volunteers, players, committee members and supporters on and off the pitch.
• Deliver a high-quality coaching and matchday experience for goalkeepers.
• Support recruitment, development and increased engagement of goalkeepers toward individual and collective KPIs.
• Support in maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team culture.
• Collaborate with colleagues, players and committee members to maximise impact and development of first team GK s and the team in realising its potential.
• Evaluate development and the impact of coaching through individual learning plans (ILPs) and showcase success.

Safeguarding, Equality & Inclusion, Health & Safety

• Colchester United Community Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all employees and volunteers to contribute to a safe and supportive environment.
• Disclosures: as this role involves working with vulnerable groups, a satisfactory DBS check is required as part of the pre-employment process; additional safeguarding training or qualifications may be required.
• Right to work in the UK must be proven as part of the recruitment process.
• We may refer concerns about an individual’s suitability to work with vulnerable groups to appropriate authorities in line with safeguarding policies.
• We promote a diverse and dynamic working environment and are an equal opportunities employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in line with the Equality Act 2010.
• Comply with the company health and safety policy and all statutory regulations; know evacuation procedures for fire safety.

CUCF Volunteer Benefits

• Collaboration with Colchester United Football Club Male First Team Staff
• Colchester United Coaches Macron Uniform
• Access to bespoke CPD from partners including the Premier League, EFL, The FA, Professional Football Association and other partners

Please note: this volunteer role will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

• FA Introduction to Coaching Award
• Background in GK Coaching/Playing
• FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
• FA Safeguarding Children
• Willing to complete a CUFC Enhanced DBS Check
• Full clean UK Driving License
• Experience Coaching in the Senior Women’s Game and understanding the needs of female athletes; UEFA C Coaching Award (or currently enrolled on the course)
• FA National GK Coaching Award (or currently enrolled on the course/EOI to join the course)