Job Title: Women’s 1^st Team Goalkeeper Coach

Job Type: Casual

Reports To: Football Development Officer and Women’s First Team Manager

Sessional rate: Dependent on experience.

Job Summary

Solihull Moors Women FC is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and committed Goalkeeper Coach to support the development and performance of the Women’s First Team goalkeepers. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality goalkeeper coaching sessions, preparing goalkeepers for matchday performance and contributing to the club’s high-performance environment.

The Goalkeeper Coach will work closely with the First Team Manager and coaching staff to ensure goalkeepers receive position-specific technical, tactical, physical and psychological support throughout the season. The role requires attendance at training sessions and first team fixtures, including Sundays where applicable.

This coach will need to attend training sessions from 7.30- 9.30pm on Wednesday and Thursday, as well as each Sunday Match Day.

Key Responsibilities

* Plan, deliver and evaluate goalkeeper-specific coaching sessions that align with the club’s playing philosophy.

* Prepare goalkeepers for competitive fixtures through technical, tactical and psychological development.

* Provide individual coaching and feedback to goalkeepers to support their continued progression.

* Work collaboratively with the First Team Manager and coaching staff to integrate goalkeepers into team training sessions.

* Analyse goalkeeper performances and provide constructive feedback using video where appropriate.

* Assist with matchday preparation, warm-ups and post-match reviews.

* Monitor goalkeeper performance and contribute to individual development plans.

* Support the identification and recruitment of goalkeepers for the Women’s First Team where required.

* Promote high standards of professionalism, discipline and player welfare.

* Maintain effective communication with players, coaching staff and club personnel.

* Attend all designated first team training sessions, matches and club meetings.

* Support the club’s safeguarding, equality and inclusion policies at all times.

Qualifications

Essential

* FA Goalkeeping Coaching Qualification (Level 2 or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.

* FA Introduction to Coaching Football (or UEFA C Licence equivalent or higher).

* FA Safeguarding Children qualification.

* FA Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF).

* Experience coaching goalkeepers within a football club or academy environment.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Strong organisational and planning skills.

* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary coaching team.

Desirable

* UEFA C Licence or UEFA B Licence.

* Higher-level FA Goalkeeping Coaching Qualification.

* Experience coaching within women’s football.

* Experience using video analysis to support player development.

* Knowledge of modern goalkeeper coaching principles and performance analysis.

Personal Attributes

* Passionate about developing goalkeepers and women’s football.

* Positive, enthusiastic and approachable.

* Strong leadership and motivational skills.

* Professional, reliable and well organised.

* Committed to continuous professional development.

* Flexible with availability for evenings and weekends.

Safeguarding

Solihull Moors Women FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and hold, or be willing to obtain, the relevant FA Safeguarding qualifications.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Solihull Moors Women FC is committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity throughout our club.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a covering letter outlining their qualifications and experience to dave.lawrence@solihullmoorsfc.co.uk