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About the Role

Support, guide, and direct talented young goalkeepers to maximize their potential in sporting performance and personal excellence within the Academy. Support the delivery of relevant, innovative, and enjoyable coaching practices across goalkeeping groups, as well as small-group outfield and whole team sessions, upholding Brentford FC's values.

Responsibilities

• Ensure concerns are shared with the Safeguarding Team.
• Work from and support the creation/review of an aligned and periodised coaching curriculum.
• Coach goalkeepers across various phases of the Academy.
• Watch match and training videos, clip relevant sections, and present constructive analysis and feedback to players.
• Coach and/or support multi-disciplinary activities across various phases of the Academy.
• Ensure all players understand and adhere to rules and guidelines.
• Plan and evaluate all Academy sessions on the PMA.
• Ensure all rules relating to youth development (EPPP) are met.
• Complete all necessary age group and player paperwork within required timescales.
• Communicate with Club staff, players, and parents professionally and timely.
• Conduct player reviews and maintain records.
• Participate in squad audits and player pathway planning.
• Watch potential new recruits as directed by the Recruitment Department.
• Comply with all relevant Club policies, including health and safety and data regulations.
• Comply with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical, and social requirements.
• Comply with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes.
• Comply with the Club’s Code of Conduct.
• Promote equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Build and maintain good working relationships internally and externally.
• Maintain confidentiality of Club and personnel information.
• Maintain a flexible approach to work.

Requirements

• Minimum UEFA B coaching licence or working towards it.
• Completed or working towards Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF).
• Combination of specialist goalkeeping and broader football coaching knowledge, understanding, and skills.
• Capability to create learning scenarios through demonstration.
• IT skills to create player and team reports and analysis.
• Productive work ethic.
• Positive mental attitude.
• Effective and efficient communication at all levels.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to take responsibility and follow tasks to completion.
• Ability to work on initiative, take control, guide, and support others.
• Persistent, patient, and innovative problem solver.
• Willingness to take instruction and follow guidance.
• Committed enthusiasm for the multi-disciplinary approach.
• Demonstrable desire to see the Brentford FC Academy develop and progress.
• Currently hold or be prepared to partake in an FA GK Coaching B Licence as a minimum.
• Experience as a goalkeeper with advanced coaching or sport science education/formation.
• FA Basic First Aid for Sport (BFAS).
• FA Youth Award.
• Open mindset and hunger to grow and develop.
• Demonstrable experience, likely around three years or more, in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of the game, fan opinion, and industry issues.
• Knowledge of our community and local connections is helpful.
• Must complete a CV application form in full.
• Must be willing to complete additional background checks such as DBS check if appropriate for the role.
• Must not be barred from regulated activity.

Skills

• Goalkeeping coaching
• Football coaching
• Player analysis
• Video analysis
• IT skills
• Communication
• Relationship building
• Problem solving
• Adaptability
• Initiative

Location

• Training Ground – Jersey Road

Work Type

• Part-Time
• Full-Time

Experience Level

• Three years or more in a similar role

Education Level

• UEFA B coaching licence
• Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)
• FA GK Coaching B Licence
• FA Basic First Aid for Sport (BFAS)
• FA Youth Award
• Undergraduate/post graduate qualification

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive

About the Company

• Brentford FC is a community club that prioritizes fans, operates sustainably, and takes calculated risks.
• The Club values its environment and culture, focusing on development, inclusion, and innovative thinking.
• Brentford FC believes a diverse workforce leads to better ideas, problem-solving, and growth.
• The Club plays in a new stadium in vibrant west London and is excited about the future.
• In partnership with Brentford FC, the Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is a pioneering force within the local community, working to educate, motivate, and inspire people from all backgrounds through sport.
• The Trust delivers programmes across education, employability, sports participation, health, and community engagement.

Equal Opportunity

• Brentford FC is an organisation that values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity.
• The Club welcomes and encourages applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups.
• Reasonable adjustments can be provided during the hiring process.
• Brentford FC is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk.
• Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.