Lead U16–U21 Goalkeeper Coach – Academy

Sheffield United Football Club; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Eye care tests and DSE vouchers

Enhanced maternity/paternity schemes

Life insurance

Club shop discounts

Volunteering days

Match tickets

Gym discounts

Job summary

A professional football academy in Sheffield is seeking a Lead Goalkeeping Coach for U16s-U21s. The successful candidate will develop talent through effective coaching, ensuring individualized learning plans for goalkeepers. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, collaborating with coaches, and supporting recruitment efforts. A minimum UEFA B Goalkeeping Coaching Award is required, along with experience in youth coaching and strong communication skills. This position offers a permanent contract with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum UEFA B Goalkeeping Coaching Award is essential.
• Experience of coaching young players in a youth development setting.
• Strong communication skills with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop goalkeepers from U16s-U21s, supporting the Head of Goalkeeping.
• Plan, deliver, and review age-appropriate coaching sessions.
• Contribute to the identification of future talent.

Skills

Coaching young players

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

UEFA B Goalkeeping Coaching Award

FA First Aid (Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football)

Job description

A professional football academy in Sheffield is seeking a Lead Goalkeeping Coach for U16s-U21s. The successful candidate will develop talent through effective coaching, ensuring individualized learning plans for goalkeepers. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, collaborating with coaches, and supporting recruitment efforts. A minimum UEFA B Goalkeeping Coaching Award is required, along with experience in youth coaching and strong communication skills. This position offers a permanent contract with various benefits.