Academy Goalkeeping Coach
Join us at Luton Town FC as Academy Goalkeeping Coach!
The Academy Goalkeeping coach is responsible for the implementation of the academy goalkeeping syllabus as well as the technical, tactical, physical and psycho-social development and evaluate coaching sessions within the Professional, Youth and Foundation development phases in line with the clubs coaching framework.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- To plan, prepare and deliver coaching sessions in tandem with the club philosophy and academy goalkeeping syllabus
- To organise academy goalkeepers’ logistics for all training sessions, fixtures, tournaments and academy events.
- To complete all relevant information on the Football Intelligence Platform.
- Attend fixtures, working constantly with the goalkeepers throughout.
- Give regular feedback to all the goalkeepers using the performance data and footage from training sessions and fixtures.
- Be responsible for maintenance of training / match balls, bibs, cones and all other relevant equipment as required by the academy.
- To attend all in-service and coaching days as directed by the academy manager and head of academy coaching.
- To recommend and recruit players for the academy in tandem with the Academy Head of Recruitment.
- To assist in the decision-making process regarding the signing, or not of academy trialists and the retention of players currently at the club.
- Construct and deliver detailed six and twelve weekly individual player progress reviews with goalkeepers and other relevant coaching staff for all academy goalkeepers.
- Multi-disciplinary communication between staff and players to ensure optimal well-being and development of all academy goalkeepers.
- Liaise constantly with the 1st Team Goalkeeper Coach to ensure fluidity and synergy between departments.
- Maintain honesty and integrity at all times when working with young goalkeepers at the football club.
- Be presentable, smart and personable at all times when representing Luton Town Football Club.
- To undertake all reasonable tasks delegated by the academy manager and head of academy coaching.
MAIN JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education/Qualifications/Training:
- Essentials
- UEFA B License
- UEFA Goalkeeping B License
- Valid FA Safeguarding Children Certificate
- EFAIF Emergency First Aid in Football
- Hold an enhanced DBS check
- Full UK Driving License
- Desirables
- The FA UEFA A License
- The FA UEFA A Goalkeeping
- The FA Advanced Youth Award (Goalkeeping)
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Specific Experience:
- Experience in a similar or related role, demonstrating development and continuous improvement
- Committed, enthusiastic and passionate about the development of goalkeepers.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a variety of different personnel at the football club.
- An understanding of a range of teaching / learning styles to optimise the development of young goalkeepers
- Excellent IT skills and experience in use of all Microsoft Office products
- Committed and driven by deadlines and results
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as using one’s own initiative developing players and coaching sessions.
- Able to communicate effectively with players, parents and fellow staff members at all levels.
- Able to adapt to the demands of the job and needs of the players / coaches.
Abilities/Skills/Knowledge:
- Committed, enthusiastic and passionate about Luton Town Football Club.
- Must be pro-active, motivated, organised, responsible and able to work independently as well as in a team
- Highly developed problem-solving skills, resilience, and the ability to perform well under pressure
- Demonstrate good listening skills and have the ability to resolve issues where appropriate
- Ability to multi-task whilst maintaining priority efficiencies
- Focused on achieving Club, departmental and individual success
- Willing to follow and promote the philosophy of the football club.
- Be an ambassador for the Club presenting the Club in a positive image at all times.
Additional Information:
- This a full time permanent role
- Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK
- Department
- Academy
- Locations
- Training Ground
Safeguarding Statement
The Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Club has systems in place to ensure that the welfare of vulnerable groups is dealt with appropriately and sensitively. Everyone working at the Club has a duty of care to safeguard the welfare of children and young people by creating an environment that protects them from harm. Our standards of practice ensure all staff are fully aware and understand their responsibilities under safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
The Club ensures that all staff that have a direct responsibility for children, young people or vulnerable adults, have been subject to the most stringent of recruitment practices which include DBS Checks and reference checks. These staff are alert to signs of abuse or maltreatment and will refer concerns to the relevant Designated Safeguarding Officers using the agreed safeguarding procedures.
Benefits
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Healthcare Cash Plan
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Club Discount
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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On site Gym
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Salary Sacrifice Car, Bike & Tech Schemes
We're All Luton
At Luton Town we celebrate diversity in all its forms. Our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive culture extends beyond the pitch, enriching every aspect of Our Club. We believe that a diverse workforce fuels creativity, innovation, and success.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Our dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion is not just a statement; it's a commitment we uphold every day through our policies, practices, and actions.
We recognise that every individual brings unique skills and experiences to the table, and we are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in the application or interview process, please don't hesitate to let us know.
About Luton Town Football Club
Luton Town Football Club, founded in 1885, is a historic English football team based in Luton, Bedfordshire.
The Club is immensely proud of its complex history, inclusivity and its passionate fanbase. These cultural aspects are reflected in all of our recruitment practices, ensuring that new staff members align with and contribute to the club's cultural identity and long-term goals.
In 2015 we became the first professional football club to pay the Real Living Wage.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and demonstrated a commitment to ensuring that applicants and employees from all sections of the community are treated equally and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Academy Goalkeeping Coach
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