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U13-U16 Academy Goalkeeping Coach (Lead) New

Newcastle United
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Newcastle upon Tyne Discipline: Coaching and development Job type: Permanent Job ref: 010702 Published: about 13 hours ago Expiry date: 04 Aug 2026 08:00
U13-U16 Academy Goalkeeper Coach (Lead)

Newcastle United Academy

Competitive Salary

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th August

Be part of something bigger. Developing the next generation of elite goalkeepers.

We are the heartbeat of the city. A club with bold ambitions on a global stage and deep roots in our community. If you’re driven to raise the bar and make an impact, you’ll find the platform, the people and the pride to do your best work here.

This is a great opportunity to develop, learn and make a real contribution in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

About the role

As U13-U16 Academy Goalkeeper Coach (Lead), you will plan, organise, deliver and review the coaching programme for Youth Development Phase goalkeepers within the U13-U16 squads, ensuring a tailored and age-appropriate coaching programme is in place. The role will also support the U18 programme and contribute to the development and transition of goalkeepers through the Academy pathway.

Working closely with the Head of Academy Goalkeeping Development, you will help define, develop, implement and review an elite-level goalkeeping curriculum aligned to the Club and Academy coaching philosophy, supporting goalkeepers to progress towards senior football.

What you’ll do

* Lead the design and delivery of the goalkeeping programme for players aged U13-U16, aligned with the Club’s playing philosophy and long-term player pathway.

* Implement the Academy playing philosophy and ensure the Club’s principles and style of play are embedded within goalkeeping delivery.

* Develop, review and deliver an age-appropriate goalkeeping curriculum that supports individual needs and reflects modern trends in the game.

* Support the transition of goalkeepers through the Foundation Phase, Youth Development Phase and Professional Development Phase.

* Lead and manage individual development plans for U13-U16 goalkeepers, monitoring technical, tactical, physical and psychological development.

* Conduct player reviews, attend parent meetings and contribute to retain/release decisions.

* Use performance data and reporting platforms to track progression and produce individual player reports.

* Lead the planning and delivery of set plays within the Youth Development Phase, working with YDP coaching staff and the wider interdisciplinary team.

* Coordinate with sessional goalkeeping coaches across the U13-U16 age groups and attend relevant multidisciplinary team meetings.

* Support recruitment activity for the Youth Development Phase, contributing to trial processes, scouting insight and player profiling.

* Support U18 goalkeepers with training and matchday fixtures where required.

The team

You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive and dedicated team who will help you settle in and succeed. We value curiosity, teamwork and a positive approach.

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

To access the full job description for this role please click here.

For further information on this role and about the club please visit our careers page.

Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

This position is UK based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.

Recruitment Agencies – please note that we do not accept unsolicited candidate details. Any candidates submitted without request will be considered direct applicants.