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Casual Goalkeeper Coach - UK Football Education
Entry Level
Manchester, United Kingdom
in office
Part time
Job description
About the Role
This casual goalkeeper coaching role supports Manchester City Football Education through engaging, well-structured coaching focused on player development. The role sits within the club's goalkeeper coaching environment, which combines technical development, positive relationships and continuous learning for players of different ages and abilities. The coach prepares, delivers and reviews sessions aligned to the Manchester City coaching curriculum and methodology at City Football Academy in Manchester, with support from senior coaches while building experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the preparation, delivery and review of coaching sessions aligned to the Manchester City coaching curriculum and methodology.
- Deliver goalkeeper-specific sessions at City Football Academy in Manchester.
- Work with goalkeepers of different ages and abilities, creating a positive, professional environment focused on development.
- Contribute to player, team and coach development programmes.
- Support classroom delivery for UK and international participants with a clear and engaging approach.
- Contribute to a team environment that values high standards, collaboration and positive participant experiences.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum UEFA C coaching qualification or equivalent.
- Recognised goalkeeping qualification.
- Experience coaching in education, community or club settings.
- A relevant higher education qualification, or equivalent professional experience.
- Commitment to ongoing CPD, including safeguarding awareness and DBS compliance.
- Clear and effective communication skills with coaches, players, parents and stakeholders.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
- Subject to a DBS check (basic, standard or enhanced depending on the role and responsibilities) upon commencing employment.
Preferred Skills
- Confidence and willingness to lead sessions for outfield players.
Workplace
- Based at City Football Academy in Manchester.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Ongoing mentoring and training.
- Full training in the Manchester City coaching methodology and development pathways.
- The chance to learn from some of the best goalkeeper coaches in the industry.
- Support from senior coaches while building coaching experience.
The Application Process
Shortlisted candidates are invited to an assessment day and attendance is compulsory in order to be considered for the role.
- Submit an application through the club's careers site.
- Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
- All applicants are screened, with candidates whose skills and experience meet the club's needs selected to progress.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited to an assessment day at City Football Academy, Manchester.
- Attendance at the assessment day is compulsory in order to be considered for the role.
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