Job Description

Job Title Foundation Phase Lead Goalkeeper Coach
Department Academy 
Reports to Head of Coaching 
Location Clubs training grounds 
Salary Dependent on qualification
Hours 7 hours a week 

Key Job Outcomes
 To ensure the Academy coaching philosophy and values are adhered to by coaches, players and parents within the Foundation Phase 
To communicate effectively with the Foundation Phase Lead Coach and other supporting staff 
To support, plan and deliver training sessions to Foundation Phase Goalkeepers from U9 – U12’s creating a positive and challenging environment 
To plan and deliver training sessions in line with EPPP criteria, club policy and which fulfils the criteria set out in the Academy coaching and playing philosophy 
To help assist in the monitoring and assessment of the academy goalkeepers in the Academy teams in training and in match performances 
To undertake personal CPD as appropriate to meet the demands of the role 
To complete 12-week player reviews and participate in individual player/ parents’ meetings 
To work alongside the Foundation Phase Lead to develop your coaching and personal professional development 
To attend meetings as directed by the Head of Coaching 
To work with players in the Foundation Phase on a regular basis and assist in facilitating sessions and games in this phase
This job description sets out the key outcomes required. It does not specify in detail the activities required to achieve these outcomes. As a term of your employment, you may reasonably be expected to perform duties of a similar or related nature to those outlined in the job description.

Person Specification
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience Required 
Working towards UEFA B in Goalkeeping or UEFA B Outfield 
FA Youth Modules 
First Aid qualification 
Experience of delivering excellent customer services 
Able to communicate effectively 
Good interpersonal skills 
Previous experience of being a goalkeeper at any level 

Attitude/Behaviours 
Takes responsibility for ensuring a high quality of work 
A genuine team player who will support and motivate other members of the team 

Personal Qualities 
Hardworking and enthusiastic 
Good attention to detail 
Loyal and committed 
Team player 
Growth Mindset 

Application Process

Application Instructions Interested applicants should apply by submitting their CV and Cover Letter 
Application Closing Date Friday 9th September 
Interview Date(s) Week commencing 12th September 
Start Date Monday 26th September  

Employability Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff.  We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Safeguarding Statement Cambridge United FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
For those positions where a criminal record check (DBS) is identified as necessary, this will be carried out in line with other safer recruitment checks.
The post holder will be required to undergo Safeguarding training periodically.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
 Cambridge United FC is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

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