Academy Goalkeeper Coach
Newcastle United Women
Permanent
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Competitive Salary
Closing Date 27th May 2025
Newcastle United is the heartbeat of the city and one of the most exciting football clubs in the world, with an ever-growing, fanbase. The Newcastle United Women Academy is seeking a dedicated Goalkeeping Coach to lead, shape, and deliver our player-focused goalkeeping programme.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and driven Goalkeeper Coach to spearhead our brand-new Academy at Newcastle United Women. You will design, implement, and review a comprehensive coaching programme tailored for youth female goalkeepers.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor individual player development, set targets, and provide detailed feedback.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary performance team to track training loads and support injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Maintain accurate records using the club’s performance management systems.
Periodically review and update the goalkeeping curriculum to reflect modern trends and best practices.
Ensure a continuous professional development (CPD) programme is in place for all staff.
Act as a role model by upholding NUW Academy’s values and behaviours, while encouraging the same from others.
Your impact
At NUW Academy, we are united by a shared goal, to foster talent, champion player development, and build a supportive and inclusive environment for staff and players alike. This is your opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of goalkeeping in Newcastle United Women’s game. It is essential you have the following qualifications and experience
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* FA Level 3 / UEFA B (or higher) Goalkeeping Coaching Qualification
- FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF) or FA Emergency Aid qualification
- Experience in a women’s professional game environment
- Proven track record in coaching talented young female goalkeepers.
* FA Safeguarding experience
Why choose us?
We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution and free lunch In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.
United As One
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.
How to apply
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Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.
Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited / speculative candidate details or applications. Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.