Job Description

Job Title

: Goalkeeper Coach

Location

: Greater Manchester

Type

: Part-Time

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and friendly

Goalkeeper Coach

to join our team. You will deliver high-quality coaching sessions to groups of 6-8 children, split by age and ability. Some sessions will focus on basic skills, while others require advanced technical details. This is a great opportunity to help players improve their skills while fostering a positive and enjoyable learning environment. The coach will be responsible for delivering sessions based on our development syllabus. Each session will be focused around a topic as: Distribution & Handling, Diving, Shot stopping, Crossing & Cutbacks etc.

Here's a detailed job description for hiring a football coach at Manchester Goalkeeper Academy:

Job Title

: Goalkeeper Coach

Location

: Greater Manchester

Type

: Part-Time

About Manchester Goalkeeper Academy

MGA is a dynamic goalkeeper coaching academy that provides technical training to children aged 6 to 16+. We offer small sized group sessions for aspiring goalkeepers aged 6 to16+

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate, skilled, and friendly

Goalkeeper Coach

to join our team. You will deliver high-quality coaching sessions to groups of 6-8 children, split by age and ability. Some sessions will focus on basic skills, while others require advanced technical details. This is a great opportunity to help keepers improve their skills while fostering a positive and enjoyable learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, topic-based training sessions tailored to the group's age and ability. Focus on developing technical skills Foster a fun, supportive, and engaging atmosphere that encourages player growth. Work with groups of 6-8 players, adapting your coaching style as needed for age and ability. Provide clear feedback to players to support their development. Maintain a high standard of professionalism.

Key Attributes and Requirements

Friendly and Engaging with Kids

: Ability to build rapport with players, creating a positive and motivating environment.

Technically Focused

: Strong understanding of technical aspects of goalkeeping, with a focus on skill development.

Session Planning Skills

: Experience designing structured and progressive training sessions around specific topics.

Comfortable with Group Coaching

: Confident leading groups of 6-8 players, ensuring all participants are engaged.

Adaptable

: Ability to work with players of varying ages and abilities, from basics to advanced levels.

FA Coaching Qualifications

: Minimum FA Level 1 (Level 2 preferred) or equivalent coaching certification.

Safeguarding and First Aid

: Up-to-date safeguarding children and emergency first aid certificates.

DBS Check

: An enhanced DBS check is required before starting.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay. Opportunities for personal and professional development. A supportive team environment with a focus on innovation in coaching. The chance to make a meaningful impact on young players' development. The ability to develop your coaching personality in a great environment
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00-25.00 per hour

Experience:

Goalkeeper coaching: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person