Head of Academy Goalkeeping

Everton Football Club; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional football club in Liverpool is seeking an ambitious Head of Academy Goalkeeping to lead and develop Academy goalkeepers. You will oversee coaching staff and ensure that training aligns with the club's philosophy. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in youth coaching and hold a FA GK Coaching Level 4 qualification. This is a permanent position with a commitment of 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience coordinating activities for multiple individuals.
• Ability to support young players during coaching sessions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support GK coaches across the Academy programme.
• Liaise with the Academy Recruitment Department for player pathways.
• Evolve GK coaching philosophy to align with the club’s values.

Skills

Track record in football industry

Experience with young players

Strong coaching methodology

Education

FA GK Coaching Level 4 (UEFA A Licence)

Job description

Head of Academy Goalkeeping

Everton Football Club is looking for an ambitious and innovative Head of Academy Goalkeeping to support the Club Pathway Mission to produce Academy Graduates and ensure positive outcomes for all our people. The role involves the overall management, development and coaching of the Academy Goalkeepers, in line with the Coaching philosophy, vision and values of the Academy and the Club.

You will support the full-time, part-time and/or casual Goalkeeping Coaches, ensuring professionalism, behaviours and standards are consistently in line with Club values.

Responsibilities

• Management of Programme and Staff: Responsible for all GK coaches (full time / part time / casual) within the academy programme on a day-to-day basis.
• To manage and support all GK Coaches within the academy around their personal DAPs (Development Action Plans).
• Responsible for staff (GK) development across the phases within the academy (e.g., delivering CPD workshops, coach observations and feedback during training and games).
• To continue and evolve the GK coaching philosophy and methodology that aligns across the academy.
• Produce, deliver and review a Curriculum that is phase specific for GK’s to align with the club’s Philosophy and wider team principles.

Player Development and Progression

• To liaise with the Academy Recruitment Department to produce depth charts, player pathways, retention and recruitment of goalkeepers for the Academy.

Strategy

• To continue and evolve the GK coaching philosophy and methodology that aligns across the academy.
• Produce, deliver and review a Curriculum that is phase specific for GK’s to align with the club’s Philosophy and wider team principles.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an individual with an impressive track record in the football industry, particularly with experience across all age groups within an academy setting. You should be able to demonstrate a strong background in working with and supporting young players during coaching sessions, especially within the Professional Development Phase groups. A passion for player development, along with extensive experience coordinating activities for a large number of individuals, is essential for this role.

To qualify, you must hold at least the following qualification:

• FA GK Coaching Level 4 (UEFA A Licence)

This is a permanent position based at our Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood). The role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

The closing date of this advert is Tuesday 16th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.

Safeguarding, Equality & Inclusion

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role will require either an Enhanced or Basic DBS check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service. This role is subject to verification of relevant qualifications and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and those from racially diverse communities. If you require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]. We support the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code and are committed to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility throughout the recruitment process.