Goalkeeping Coach in Stoke on Trent - EFL (English Football League)

About The Role

Port Vale FC Academy - Goalkeeping Coach

Reporting To: Head of Coaching/Lead GK Coach

Term: Part-time, casual contract

Location: Port Vale Football Club and other venues that apply to meet the needs of the role

Salary: DOE and qualifications

Hours: Three evenings per week; Sunday matchdays

The Role: Work with the GK's in the Foundation and YDP age groups to develop the players in the academy across the Four Corner Development Model

About The Candidate

Qualifications:

UEFA B License
UEFA B GK Licence
FA Youth Award
In-date FA Level 2 First Aid/EFAiF
In-date FA Safeguarding
In-date Enhanced DBS

Experience:

Strong experience of coaching goalkeepers in an academy environment.
Experience of helping players transition from the Foundation Phase to the Youth Development Phase, or from the Youth Development Phase to the Professional Development Phase in an academy environment.
Previous success of producing players that are now playing in the professional game.

Attributes:

A meticulous attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills
A consistent team performer
Ability to prioritise workload
Ability to travel independently
Strong IT skills and familiarity with the PMA
Excellent organisational qualities
Ability to work to tight deadlines

Additional desirable qualifications or experience:

UEFA A Licence
Coach education experience
Experience in scouting and player recruitment

Specific Responsibilities:

In conjunction with the Head of Coaching (HOC) and Lead Goalkeeping Coach/ Phase Coaches, oversee and deliver the technical programme for academy players in the U9-U16 age groups.
Monitor the development of the players, recording individual player data on the FIP.
Liaise with the Head of Coaching and Lead Goalkeeping Coach to create session plans appropriate to individual learning.
Devise individual learning objectives and action plans for each goalkeeper within the program.
In conjunction with the HOC, Lead Goalkeeping Coach and Head of Education, formulate and deliver a review process every 6 weeks for each Academy player and provide written assessment player feedback bi-annually to the parents.
Liaise closely with the Head of Recruitment/AMT on identifying and monitoring trialist goalkeepers across all age groups.
To coach and deliver from the Academy Performance Plan.
Maintain a weekly training report for the Head of Academy/HOC.
Deliver group and individual weekly performance objectives.
Assist in the evaluation of the weekly performance objectives.
Assist in the monitoring of performance, reporting and evaluating the goalkeepers.
Assist in the monitoring and supervision of physical development.
Take part in all relevant meetings including in service training, parent meetings/reviews at the request of the manager.
Show a continuous commitment to personal development through CPD and relevant courses.
Be aware of the clubs Coaches Code of Conduct, Child Protection policy, Health & Safety policy and Emergency procedures.
Take responsibility for the safety of those participating or under your guidance.
Any other duties as deemed by the Head of Academy Football /Lead Goalkeeping Coach/ First Team GK Coach.

This job description sets out current duties of the post that may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility

It is necessary to undertake any training relevant to the post, including ongoing CPD training, be trustworthy and adhere to codes of conduct, ethics and confidentiality.

The position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, appropriate references and a six-month probationary period.

It is essential to be aware of the clubs Coaches Code of Conduct, Child Protection policy, Health & Safety policy and Emergency procedures and take responsibility for safety of those participating or under your guidance.

Must be available for evening training sessions and weekend match days. The nature of the role means that there are significant variations in the level of activity; this requires the job holder to work whatever hours are needed to meet the requirements of the role.

About The Club

Health and Safety

Your core Health and Safety responsibilities are as follows:

Lead by example always being diligent and observant.

Ensure safety & risk are considered within all projects alongside the Head of Academy Education, Safeguarding Lead & Player Care Officer.

Ensure a safe and respectable learning environment for all players and staff to maximise their holistic development.

Equality Statement

The employee must always carry out their duties with due regard to Port Vale Football Club policies and procedures.

The employee must ensure a positive commitment towards equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation, or harassment of any description and to promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.

The employee must contribute to encouraging equality and respecting diversity by embedding such values in the workplace and challenging inappropriate behaviour and processes.

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