Head of Academy Goalkeeping

Bradford City AFC; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Bradford City AFC is seeking a Head of Academy Goalkeeping to lead the development of goalkeepers across the U9 to U18 phases, aligning the programme with the academy philosophy and EPPP requirements, and working closely with phase leads and multidisciplinary staff.

Reporting to the Head of Coach Development, you will design, deliver and review an age-appropriate goalkeeping programme, provide clear feedback linked to Individual Learning Plans, and support player transitions while building

Qualifications

• UEFA B Licence (Goalkeeping) and safeguarding certificates are required.
• Experience coaching in a professional academy is advantageous.
• Desirable: goalkeeping background enhances coaching delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead goalkeeper development across U9–U18 phases.
• Design, deliver and review a high-quality goalkeeping programme.
• Provide appropriate challenge and feedback aligned with each player’s plan.
• Collaborate with sports science, medical, recruitment and coaching staff.
• Support player transitions and maintain relationships with players and parents.

Education

UEFA B Licence (Goalkeeping)

FA Safeguarding Children Certificate

Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)

Desirable: GK experience in a professional academy

Job description

Bradford City is looking for a Head of Academy Goalkeeping to lead the development of goalkeepers across all three academy phases, from U9 to U18.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Coach Development, you will design, deliver and review an age-appropriate goalkeeping programme in line with the academy philosophy, coaching curriculum and EPPP requirements, working closely with phase leads and multidisciplinary staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead goalkeeper development across the U9-U18 phases
• Design, deliver and review a high-quality goalkeeping programme
• Give each goalkeeper appropriate challenge and clear feedback aligned with their Individual Learning Plan
• Work with sports science, medical, recruitment and coaching staff and contribute to MDT processes
• Support player transitions and build positive relationships with players and parents

About You

• UEFA B Licence (Goalkeeping)
• FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
• Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
• Desirable: experience as a goalkeeper and coaching in a professional academy

Key Details

• Location: Bradford City Academy, BD10 0NR
• Contract: Sessional
• Hours and salary: To be discussed at interview
• Closing date: 31 October 2026