ACADEMY GOALKEEPER COACH
ABOUT THE ROLE
Available Contract Dates - 27/06/2025 - 09/08/2026
(4-6 weeks starting June 27th or July 4th)
Salary (depending on experience):
From: £615 per week (£548 + 12.07 % holiday pay)
To: £675 per week (£602 + 12.07 % holiday pay)
Overview:
The primary responsibility of an Academy Goalkeeper Coach is to develop goalkeepers' technical skills, tactical awareness, physical conditioning, and mental resilience through individualised training. Responsibilities include preparing goalkeepers for game situations, analysing performance, and providing feedback. You collaborate with other staff to align training with team strategies, promote growth in sporting and language skills, and ensure the supervision and welfare of students both during and outside coaching sessions.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to earn, learn, and grow while showcasing your skills and enhancing your CV. You'll be able to add value to our courses by contributing to sports workshops or developing the sports programme. It is a valuable and opportunistic experience to see the inner workings of professional sports and work with leading brands (Arsenal Football Development). Additionally it offers networking and future job opportunities with industry professionals in fields of work including - teaching, sports business, professional sports (players), coaching and more. It will also help you grow in a personal and professional capacity by learning and working with Ex-Olympians, professional and international coaches and players, and English teachers with worldwide experience. You can also inspire other staff members and young professionals!
Main Roles & Accountabilities
To plan and implement the coaching plan as agreed with the Arsenal Development Head Coach. Sessions should cover essential techniques, tactics and mental aspects of goalkeeping and see players “grow” on all levels
To ensure sessions are progressive and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the players, are delivered in a proactive and engaged fashion and in a safe, secure, and tolerant environment
To assess individual goalkeepers and provide personalised feedback to help them improve their skills and confidence
To lead daily goalkeeper training sessions that focus on positions, agility and reflexes, shot-stopping, handling, footwork, distribution, decision-making and communication. Additionally, you will assist with coaching general football sessions
To deliver all coaching aspects in English only
To prepare for each session and to keep a record of the session plans. The Head Coach or Centre Manager may ask for session plans at any time.
To ensure risk assessments are considered and sessions are delivered safely.
To complete a written report for each student of your group at the end of each week
To help the Head Coach ensure that all activity equipment is kept in good condition and stored safely after each session
Additional / General Duties - Please see the attached Job Description for a more in-depth list of duties and responsibilities associated with the Exsportise role. All staff members have a safeguarding responsibility to the children on camp.
Ways we support our COACHES:
Paid, job-specific training before student arrival (induction programme)
On-going support from Head Office and Elite sports professionals (Ex-professionals, olympians, international coaches, ex/current International players and Professional Academy coaches) helping you to become an even better coach and develop your skills further.
Fully paid Enhanced DBS check
CPD and appraisals
Wellbeing initiative - 24/7 Welfare and Medical support
All meals and accommodation included
Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on-site and via phone/email
Safeguarding and prevent training
Supportive team working environment
About You
All staff are responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the centre. Our top priority is the safety of children and maintaining the highest standards. We require staff members to exhibit high personal standards and to be friendly, positive, and approachable while maintaining a professional and calm demeanour. Staff should be adept at handling sensitive situations, adhering to confidentiality and data protection guidelines, serving as good role models, maintaining professional boundaries and contributing to a positive summer school environment.
We look for Team Members who are: (Personal Specification & qualifications)
Minimum qualification for Football (must be valid to coach in the UK):
UEFA C (was Level 2) or higher
National Goalkeeper Course (replaced FA level 1 and Level 2 in Coaching Goalkeepers)
As a minimum a current ‘Introduction to First Aid in Football’ / ‘FA Emergency First Aid’
Safeguarding Children Course within the last three years, or completed the re-certification
If less than UEFA C or no goalkeeping qualification, Level 1 plus extensive goalkeeping coaching experience and/or playing or coaching experience in professional or semi-professional football
Able to motivate children and young adults of all ability levels
Strong leadership and communication skills and ability to set high standards, hard working
Enthusiastic and friendly with willingness to get involved in all aspects of camp
Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours
Experience working with / coaching children
Working Conditions:
Rota & Days Off: Rotas and days off are scheduled by the Centre Manager. Any adjustments need their approval. Employees will work 6 days a week, with one dedicated 24-hour off period.
Sample Schedule/Rota - please see the job description
Working Hours: Typically 8:45- 17:45 per day Mon-Fri. Weekends are longer. Additional house & meal duties are on rota basis . Additional house & meal duties are on rota basis You'll be requested to sign an opt-out agreement for the 48-hour working week.
Welfare & Intensity: Our programmes require commitment and are action-packed. Days can be long and demanding. Regardless of being on or off duty, Exsportise is committed to safeguarding and prioritising the welfare of students and staff is paramount.
Accommodation: Staff housing is provided at the course centre, a single room with shared bathroom facilities.
Dress Code: When overseeing activities, sportswear is required, so please avoid excessively short or revealing attire.
Alcohol, Smoking and Substance abuse: Given your role with children, the possession and consumption of alcohol and substance abuse is strictly prohibited on site or during working hours. Smoking, including the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) such as e-cigarettes, vapes etc. is only permitted in designated smoking areas and when off duty.
As part of the onboarding process, you will be asked to attend an online/in person meeting/event before the start of our courses.
To apply
If you have any further questions or are not sure what role to apply for, please contact us at: recruitment@exsportise.co.uk
All staff must pass employment checks, including confirmation that they are not barred from working with children. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position with us. Working with Exsportise involves direct contact with vulnerable children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL
Any gaps in your CV must have a reasonable explanation
You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK
You must provide the details of two recent and relevant (professional) referees
You will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK (Police check)
You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children
Official identification and certificates will be required for our records
Exsportise Safeguarding Statement: Exsportise is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment, whether on or off duty. All staff are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Please be note that Exsportise may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet our safeguarding duties.
OUR SUMMER CAMP JOB LOCATIONS
EXAMPLE COACHING TIMETABLE
Our summer camp job benefits and opportunities
Unique experience to work and teach within a fast-paced and energetic multi-national environment with people from all over the world (80+ nationalities)
All meals & accommodation provided - each member of staff is given their own room
A supportive team working environment (see our values)
24/7 Welfare and Medical support
Real development opportunities within the company (performance-based promotions available within the summer)
Use of our venue sports training centres, general facilities and on-site gym in your free time
A paid pre-camp induction training programme
We are one of the highest-paying summer school providers in the UK
A valuable and opportunistic experience to see the inner workings of professional sports
Networking and future job opportunities
Grow in a personal and professional capacity
Develop leadership and communication skills
The potential to change lives as a role model to students
