Elite Goalkeeping Lead & U21 Assistant Coach

Sheffield United Football Club; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield United FC is seeking an experienced Academy Goalkeeping Lead and U21 Assistant Coach to drive the GK development pathway. You will design age-appropriate curriculums and ensure each goalkeeper has a clear, personalised development plan across the academy.

You will also prepare U21 GK for competition, analyse performance, and contribute to talent identification and recruitment in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence required for coaching at academy level.
• National GK Licence and FA safeguarding certifications are essential.
• First Aid in Football proficiency demonstrated.
• DBS clearance and safeguarding awareness are mandatory.
• Proven ability to mentor elite youth players and build development plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop elite goalkeepers across the academy with personalised plans and performance analysis.
• Oversee progression of academy keepers to the first team with age-appropriate curriculums.
• Maintain Individual Development Plans and adapt them with regular reviews.
• Lead the GK department and align with outfield player development.
• Deliver GK coaching sessions and prepare U21s for matches with performance review.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary academy staff and assist in talent recruitment.

Education

UEFA B License

National Goalkeeper Licence

FA Emergency First Aid in Football

FA Safeguarding Children

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Empathy and commitment to long-term development of the game

Job description

Sheffield United FC is seeking an experienced Academy Goalkeeping Lead and U21 Assistant Coach to drive the GK development pathway. You will design age-appropriate curriculums and ensure each goalkeeper has a clear, personalised development plan across the academy.

You will also prepare U21 GK for competition, analyse performance, and contribute to talent identification and recruitment in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.