Academy Goalkeeping Coach

JOB TITLE: Academy Goalkeeping Coach (Part Time)

LOCATION: Cobham

DEPARTMENT: Academy
CONTRACT: 22 hours working across any 7 days

Job Function;

The role of the Academy Goalkeeper Coach is to deliver the Academy Goalkeeping Identity effectively to help the Chelsea Academy players reach their full potential both on and off the field. This is achieved by working closely with Head of Academy Goalkeeping, Assistant Head of Academy and U9-16 Lead Goalkeeping coach. Also, to provide support to the Part Time Goalkeeper Coaching staff to deliver the Goalkeeping Identity and 3-1-1 model from u9-21s.

Snapshot of Responsibilities include;

• Consider individual needs, team tactical objectives and principles of play, physical intensity, individual needs (IAPs) and the mental state of players as the main priorities of the coaching framework.
• Support the U12-14 Goalkeepers through the day release program
• Following every match, ensure all players are rated/scored by attending a coaches and management meeting to discuss performance.
• Support recruitment department with trips to watch potential signings or trial players, and by writing reports and flagging any opposing players that could be of interest.

What we are looking for

• Ideally working towards UEFA GK B Licence/ Level 3. #
• FA Safeguarding in Football qualification
• Experience within the relevant age groups in an Academy environment.
• IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and video analysis)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to support Player, Parent and Staff relationships.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Free daily lunch & discount at onsite bar and restaurant
• Pension Contribution (Perm & FT Employees 5%)
• Private Health Insurance through Vitality
• Life Assurance (4 x base salary)
• Extensive discount programme including Nike/Megastore and many others
• Chelsea Ticket Membership Program
• A diverse and inclusive culture based around our core values
• Continued career development
• Endless opportunities for internal mobility

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Chelsea we recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths and we are taking positive action to ensure our existing colleagues and job applicants can fully be themselves and bring their own unique experiences and perspectives to Chelsea FC. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.?

If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter, who will be able to advise and support you.

Chelsea FC and the Foundation is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups). We therefore require all successful applicants to complete a DBS Check prior to starting employment. Depending on the role, successful applicants may also be required to undergo other child protection screening where appropriate.