**Location:** Training Ground – Jersey Road * To lead the design and implementation of Academy Goalkeeping strategy, curriculum, training programme and provision for all Academy age groups (Pre-Academy-B Team) working closely with the 1st Team Goalkeeping Coach to ensure an aligned methodology* To work as part of an interdisciplinary team to holistically develop all Academy goalkeepers and make decisions in the best interest of player development and the club to ensure an aligned way of working* To work in line with Academy strategy and purpose* To lead the implementation of IDP and feedback processes for all Academy goalkeepers working in line with club IDP model* To create analysis processes to support off field development of all Academy goalkeepers* To assist with the implementation of player assessment and pathway planning processes working alongside Head of Academy Football Development and Assistant Head of Academy Football Development* Line manage all Academy goalkeeping staff supporting them to be effective and successful in their roles* To create processes for organising training programmes and match selections for all Academy goalkeepers to ensure decisions are made in the best interest of player development and in line Academy pathway plans* To track, monitor and utilise key data to support goalkeeper development on club and EPPP systems as directed by senior Academy and club staff* Be a key stakeholder and to have input into retain and release decisions for all Academy goalkeepers* To work with the recruitment department to support the identification, recruitment and retention of potential talent* To be part of feedback processes for Academy goalkeepers with parents and stakeholders as required* To develop a culture amongst Academy goalkeeping staff to support an interdisciplinary way of working with each age group* To work with the Head of Academy Football Development and Assistant Head of Academy Football Development to create a coach competency framework specifically for goalkeeper coaches and support the development of Academy goalkeeping coaches with their DAP’s* To create a CPD programme for Academy goalkeeping staff working alongside Head of Academy Football Development and Assistant Head of Academy Football Development* To assist with the management of coaching standards within the Academy ensuring coaches adhere to training and playing methodologies* To build relationships and work closely with 1st team Goalkeeping staff adhering to requests to support an aligned way of working* To create a weekly staffing schedule to ensure there is appropriate goalkeeping provision for each Academy age group (Pre-Academy-B Team) for both training and games* To provide on field coaching cover for Academy goalkeeping sessions as required* To complete any additional tasks as requested by the 1st Team Goalkeeping Coach* To complete any additional tasks as requested by senior Academy staff* To contribute to the evolution of Academy and ensure youth development rules and EPPP requirement are met* To ensure that any concerns you observe, or are raised with you in your role, are shared with the Safeguarding Team through appropriate channels.* Goalkeeping UEFA B License, (UEFA A License Desirable)* FA Advanced Youth Award* Emergency First Aid in Football (EFAiF)* FA Safeguarding* Experience of coaching goalkeepers across a variety of age groups across Academy age groups* Understanding of how to work as part of an interdisciplinary team* Understanding of how to lead and manage a programme and staff* Understanding of youth development rules and EPPP standards* Report into Head of Academy Football Development* Line manage all Academy goalkeeping staff building relationships and creating an environment where they can thrive challenging them to perform and develop in their roles* Work collaboratively with age group coaching staff to best support long term player development* Work closely with Academy Leadership Team playing a key role culturally in shaping the environment to reflect the Academy purpose* Work closely with 1st Team goalkeeping coaching staff to ensure an aligned approach completing any tasks as requested* Work closely with recruitment staff completing tasks as requested* Complete all tasks as directed by Head of Academy Football Development and Assistant Head of Academy Football Development* Represent the club and self positively with a professional image ensuring the values of Brentford FC and Academy purpose is delivered at all times* Represent a process driven and club aligned approach to long term player development.* Act in the clubs best interests at all times* Make decisions that support the Academy in achieving its strategy and purpose* Make decisions in the best interest of the club and long-term player development* Make decisions that nurture players potential and improves their performance* Make decisions that support an interdisciplinary approach and the holistic development and wellbeing of players* Make decisions in line with club pathway and recruitment plans* To comply with all Club policies, including health and safety, data regulations and other legal, ethical and social requirements* To build and maintain good working relationships while maintaining a professional image* To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel* To always maintain a flexible approach to workIn partnership with Brentford FC, the **Brentford FC Community Sports Trust** is a pioneering force within the local community. Harnessing the power of sport, the Trust works to educate, motivate and inspire people from all backgrounds. Together, we deliver a wide range of programmes across education, employability, sports participation, health and community engagement.
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