Head of Women's Goalkeeping Development

Head of Goalkeeping DevelopmentWe are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Goalkeeping Development to lead goalkeeper development across our pathway, from Academy through to First Team.The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and implementing a club-wide goalkeeping philosophy and development framework, creating a clear pathway for talented young goalkeepers to progress towards senior and international football.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Club's goalkeeper development strategy across Academy and First Team.Develop a consistent goalkeeping philosophy, curriculum and coaching methodology aligned with the Club's playing model.Establish clear development benchmarks and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).Lead, mentor and develop goalkeeper coaches across the pathway.Identify and accelerate the development of high-potential goalkeepers.Work closely with First Team staff to create effective transition opportunities for Academy goalkeepers.Integrate goalkeeper development with Technical, Performance, Medical and Analysis departments.Establish goalkeeper-specific performance profiles, KPIs and monitoring processes.Support goalkeeper recruitment, talent identification and succession planning.Ensure goalkeeper training effectively combines position-specific development with integration into team training and the Club's game model.Essential RequirementsUEFA Goalkeeping A Licence or equivalent recognised qualification.Significant goalkeeper coaching experience within elite professional football.Strong understanding of modern technical, tactical and physical goalkeeper development.Experience developing players across different stages of the performance pathway.Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.DesirableUEFA A Licence or equivalent.Previous Head of Goalkeeping or Academy Goalkeeping leadership experience.Experience working across both Academy and First Team environments.Track record of developing young goalkeepers into senior professional football.Experience managing and developing goalkeeper coaches.Strong understanding of performance analysis, data and goalkeeper talent identification.This is an exciting opportunity to shape a club-wide goalkeeper development programme, build an aligned pathway from Academy to First Team and contribute to the long-term development of elite goalkeepers.