Goalkeeper Coach

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About Football Focused 1-2-1

Football Focused 1-2-1 is one of Scotland's fastest-growing football coaching organisations, delivering high-quality player development programmes across Glasgow. We specialise in 1-2-1 coaching, small group sessions, academy training, holiday camps and position-specific player development, helping hundreds of young players maximise their potential in a professional, enjoyable and player-centred environment.

Due to continued growth, we are excited to be launching our brand-new Goalkeeping Development Programme and are looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable and ambitious Goalkeeping Coaches to help shape its future.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a programme from the very beginning. As one of our Goalkeeping Coaches, you'll play a key role in developing and growing our specialist goalkeeper pathway, delivering high-quality coaching to goalkeepers of all abilities through 1-2-1 sessions, small group training, specialist clinics and academy programmes.

We're looking for coaches who are passionate about goalkeeping, committed to developing young players and excited by the opportunity to help build a thriving goalkeeper community. As the programme expands, there will be opportunities to take on greater responsibilities, contribute ideas, develop new initiatives and progress within the company.

At Football Focused 1-2-1, we invest heavily in our coaches through mentoring, CPD opportunities and ongoing support, ensuring our staff continue to grow alongside the players they coach.

Goalkeeping Coach – Duties & Responsibilities

As a Goalkeeping Coach, you'll be instrumental in establishing and developing our new Goalkeeping Development Programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality specialist goalkeeping coaching to players aged 6–18.
• Help develop and grow our new Goalkeeping Programme.
• Deliver:
• 1-2-1 Goalkeeping Sessions
• Small Group Goalkeeper Training
• Goalkeeping Academies
• Holiday Camps
• Position-Specific Goalkeeper Clinics
• Club and Team Goalkeeping Sessions
• Coach all aspects of modern goalkeeping, including handling, footwork, distribution, diving, shot stopping, aerial play, communication, positioning and decision-making.
• Adapt coaching to suit different ages, abilities and learning styles.
• Build positive relationships with players and parents to encourage long-term development.
• Support player assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain the highest coaching standards in line with Football Focused 1-2-1's philosophy.
• Assist in promoting and growing the programme through community engagement and events.
• Attend staff meetings and CPD opportunities while contributing ideas to help shape the future of the programme.

Experience & QualificationsEssential

• Passion for goalkeeping and player development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, reliable and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young goalkeepers.
• Desire to contribute to the growth of a new specialist programme.

Qualifications

• Goalkeeping coaching qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• UEFA C Licence, Scottish FA Goalkeeping qualifications or equivalent are advantageous.
• Candidates without formal coaching qualifications are encouraged to apply. If you have a strong goalkeeping background and a willingness to work towards recognised coaching qualifications, we'd love to hear from you.
• Previous goalkeeping playing experience is highly desirable and will be considered a significant advantage.
• PVG Scheme Membership (or willingness to obtain).
• Emergency First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).
• Safeguarding/Child Wellbeing certification (or willingness to complete).

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who wants more than just a coaching role. We want a coach who is excited by the opportunity to help launch and grow a specialist Goalkeeping Development Programme from the ground up.

Whether you're an experienced goalkeeping coach or a former goalkeeper ready to begin your coaching journey, this is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of goalkeeper development at Football Focused 1-2-1 while progressing your own coaching career within a fast-growing organisation.

Pay: £13.00-£40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person