GoalKeepER COACH Job Opportunity at the University of Chester

Position: Football Goalkeeper Coach
Location: UDA Chester University
Department: UDA Football academy
Type: Part-time/Contract
Application Deadline: 2nd December 2024

About Us
UDA is committed to fostering football excellence, academic and personal development
through our football programs. Our football coaching team is dedicated to training talented
athletes and enhancing their skills, and we are currently seeking a passionate and skilled
Goalkeeper Coach in the Chester/Liverpool area to join our coaching staff.

Job Description
As the Football Goalkeeper Coach, you will play a vital role in developing our goalkeepers'
skills and performance. You will work closely with the UDA Director and Head coach and
other staff to implement training programs that focus on technique, strategy, and mental
resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver specialized training sessions for goalkeepers.
• Assess individual goalkeeper skills and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop strategies for both practice and game situations.
• Collaborate with the Head coach to integrate goalkeeping skills into overall team
• tactics.
• Monitor and enhance the physical and mental conditioning of goalkeepers.
• Assist in recruitment efforts for potential goalkeeper athletes.
• Foster a positive and competitive training environment.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate or professional level.
• Strong knowledge of goalkeeping techniques and training methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
• A valid coaching certification (e.g., US Soccer, UEFA, or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field is
• preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with talented athletes and contribute to their development.
• Access to university facilities and resources.
• Networking opportunities within the athletic community.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to John Dyke
[email protected] with the subject line Football Goalkeeper Coach Application.

For more information about our athletics program, please visit
udasoccer.com or udauoc.org/mens-program.

Join us in shaping the future of our football program and inspiring the next generation of
athletes!