Goalkeeper Coach

Norwich City Football Club; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional football club in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Youth Goalkeeper Coach to support the development of young players. The role involves planning and delivering engaging coaching sessions, managing individual development plans, and promoting an inclusive environment. Candidates should have qualifications like the UEFA C Licence and experience in coaching. This role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Access to high-quality coaching facilities

Opportunities for further development

Qualifications

• UEFA C Licence is desired.
• Experience coaching young players in a football environment is essential.
• Availability on weekday evenings, 5:00-8:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging sessions in line with the Academy’s Football Curriculum.
• Manage and monitor players’ Individual Development Plans.
• Support player reviews every 6 to 12 weeks.

Skills

Coaching young players

Session planning and delivery

Safeguarding knowledge

Team player mindset

Education

UEFA C Licence

FA Advanced Youth Award

Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)

FA Safeguarding Children qualification

Job description

Football Development Goalkeeper Coach

Location: Suffolk

Hours: 3 - 6 hours per week, Evenigs

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Norwich City Football Development Team at Norwich City Football Development as a Youth Goalkeeper Coach. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated coach to help support the development of goalkeepers within our Football Development programme. You’ll play a key role in designing and delivering engaging, high-quality coaching sessions and supporting each player’s individual development journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is self-motivated, passionate about player development, and experienced in goalkeeper coaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging sessions in line with the Academy’s Football Curriculum (specific to the Youth Development Phase)
• Coach and support our U8 - U15 boys and girls
• Manage and monitor players’ Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Support player reviews every 6 to 12 weeks
• Assist in identifying and recruiting talented young players for the Academy system
• Produce and record formal session plans for each session delivered
• Prepare for and evaluate all fixtures, with formal documentation
• Regularly coach fixtures at category one and two facilities
• Promote and maintain a safe, inclusive environment, with safeguarding as a shared responsibility
• Represent and embody the Club’s Values of Growth, Integrity, Belonging, Resilience, Pride, and Commitment

Essential Requirements

• UEFA C Licence (desired)
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• Valid Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF) or BFAS Qualification
• Current FA Safeguarding Children qualification
• Experience coaching young players in a football environment
• Availability on Weekday evenings, 5:00-8:30 PM

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional working environment
• Access to high-quality coaching facilities
• Opportunities for further development and progression
• A range of club benefits for successful candidates

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday, 6th January 2026

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Norwich City Football Club is committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all parts of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. Reasonable adjustments can be made for applicants throughout the recruitment process—please let us know if we can support you in this way. We are also fully committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.