Title: Development Squad Goalkeeping Coach
Location: Various (Canford Magna Training Complex, Canford Park Arena, Vitality Stadium)
Contract: Full Time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Sunday)
Reporting Line: First Team Head of Goalkeeping & Academy Head of Coaching & Development
ABOUT AFC BOURNEMOUTH
Entering an exciting new chapter in our long and storied history, we are proud to retain a focus on family and community. Delivering that engagement with our loyal supporters is a passionate and integrated backroom staff, working closely together to provide a positive and lasting experience for all at Vitality Stadium.
Since our takeover by chairman Bill Foley, in a partnership including Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan, the club has seen significant investment committed towards sustaining Premier League status, highlighted by the construction of a state-of-the-art training facility and the arrival of promising young talent from top clubs around Europe. These developments also bring a great opportunity to further improve our women’s team and youth setup overall.
Since achieving Category Two, this is a really exciting time to join the Academy, as we move on to the next stage and continue to support the First Team.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
To oversee the transition of Goalkeepers from Under 18 to the First Team.
MAIN DUTIES
* Lead the coaching for the Development Squad Goalkeepers by planning, delivering and evaluating coaching sessions in line with the GK coaching curriculum.
* Complete all administrative tasks related to the role, including general organisation, recording of sessions, player reviews, learning objectives etc.
* Communicate with the First Team Head of Goalkeeping & Development Squad Manager on a daily basis and ensure that the goalkeepers are integrated into the training sessions, whilst also planning for their inclusion in session planning.
* Contribute to the wider Development Squad coaching with regards to reasonable requests from the Development Squad Manager.
* Ensure all goalkeepers in the Academy have an Individual Development Plan which is consistently delivered, reviewed and adapted, with appropriate opportunities to practice on the areas highlighted.
* Contribute to the scouting and recruiting process of U18 & Development Squad GKs, where appropriate.
* Contribute to the management of Goalkeeper loans, liaising with the Loans Manager, where appropriate.
* Contribute to player progression meetings, including signing decisions for GKs across the U18 & Development Squad group.
* Liaise daily with the Lead Academy Goalkeeping coach regarding individual weekly GK micro-cycles.
* Provide cover for U18 GK coaching where necessary and appropriate.
EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience of coaching in an elite sporting environment.
* UEFA B Outfield
* UEFA B Goalkeeping
* Experience of working in professional football in a goalkeeper coach role.
* UEFA A Outfield
* UEFA A Goalkeeping
STAFF BENEFITS
* Free onsite parking.
* Season ticket and allocation of complimentary/purchased tickets.
* Subsidised lunches and complimentary healthy snacks throughout the day.
* Discounts at the club Superstore.
* Contribution towards eye tests and glasses.
* Discounts and benefits from partners and local businesses.
* Club pension & Life Assurance Scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) by Health Assured.
* Paid parental leave (bank of five days per year).
* Club events or other social events throughout the year.
* Paid volunteer opportunities (2 days per year).
AFC Bournemouth is an equal opportunities employer and ensures staff and volunteers are able to achieve their full potential. We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion and embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society.
We actively encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from ethnically diverse communities.
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