Academy Goalkeeper Coach (Casual)
Engagement: Casual, zero hour contract
Location: The Nigel Doughty Academy, Nottingham, NG2 7SR
Working Arrangements: On site
Closing Date For Applications: 4th October 2024
To be primarily responsible for the Technical development, and to assist in the Physical,
Mental, Social and Academic development of the schoolboy GK Academy players within the Foundation Phase (9-11) and Youth Development Phase (12-16) at the Football Club as prescribed by the club philosophy, Academy Manager, Head of Coaching and Head of
Academy Goalkeeping.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Academy Manger, Head of Coaching, Head of Academy Goalkeeping and Lead Phase Coaches to ensure the continuous development of all Academy goalkeepers.
• Effectively deliver a high level of training for the Academy’s goalkeeping development programme.
• Ensure all Academy goalkeepers are fully prepared for games and have a comprehensive development programme, including liaising with the video analysis and strength & conditioning departments.
• Monitor goalkeeping coaching and promote good practice across all phases.
• Create a positive environment for player development; display high standards of behaviour and appearance and encourage the same from all coaches and players.
• Ensure timely and accurate updating of player information on the Football Intelligence hub.
• Manage and work with Head of Academy Goalkeeping to plan, deliver and evaluate coaching sessions in line with the Academy’s philosophy, goalkeeping coaching plan and coach competency framework.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
• UEFA ‘B’ GK Licence Minimum
• FA Youth Award Level 3
• Demonstrable experience working in Academy Football.
• Focus on Individual player development within a team process
• Creative presentation skills and experience of presentation (Preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, be adaptable to work with members of staff across departments and senior staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and willing to work unsociable hours to meet deadlines.
• Dedicated to self-improvement and personal development
• Organised, methodical and logical approach to work.
• High level I.T. and presentation skills, in building and delivering relevant information.
• BFAS first aid award
• Enhanced DBS Check
Desirable Person Specification
• UEFA GK A Licence (working Towards)
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.
An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.
- Department
- Academy
- Locations
- The Academy and Training Ground
Academy Goalkeeper Coach (Casual)
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