Job Title: Women's Goal Keeper Lead (Casual)

Department: Fan and Community Relations

Reporting: Women’s Football Consultant

Location: Brentford FC main offices and training/match locations

Salary: £18.49/hour

Closing Date: 15 September 2025

Brentford FC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. We put our fans first, we are a true community club and while we are financially sustainable, we are not afraid to take calculated risks. We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Club which focuses on development, inclusion and not being afraid to think differently.

Being progressive, humble and respectful while sticking together as one team across the Club guides how we work and the decisions we make each day.

We also firmly believe that a diverse workforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideas, solve problems and ultimately grow Brentford FC.

We will never forget where we have come from, but we are excited about the future that lies ahead.

Come join us.

The Role of the Women’s GK Lead

Brentford FC has an exciting opportunity for an innovative and progressive goalkeeping (GK) coach to join our expanding women’s football department in a part-time role (approx. 12 hours per week). They will lead on all areas relating to the training and preparation of our First Team and B Team goalkeepers. In collaboration with head coaches and our recruitment lead, they will also provide a support role in the talent identification, tracking and recruitment of GK’s for our women’s teams. Supporting us to build a strategy to deliver our longer-term ambitions to progress up the women’s football pyramid.

The women’s first team gained promotion from Tier 6 and will step up to compete in Tier 5 for the 2025/26 season, with matches mainly on Sunday afternoons. This is a great opportunity for someone with high standards and a passion for player development. On the pitch, we are looking for an individual who excels at session design and can collaborate with the head coach to plan and deliver practices that maximise both the technical and tactical preparation of GKs, fosters problem solving and decision making and where appropriate, driving intensity that meets or exceeds the demands of the game. Off the pitch, we are looking for someone who is proactive, can lead others and sets high standards around planning and delivery.

Being progressive, humble and respectful is important. We are looking for an individual that can come on a journey with us. We have plans to grow and evolve our women’s programme, and a thriving player pathway will be an important part of our longer-term strategy.

Main Accountabilities

• In collaboration with the head coach, lead the planning and delivery of GK-focused content in evening training sessions (Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday) for the club’s newly promoted women’s first team.
• Working within the club’s coaching philosophy and style of play, preparing detailed plans for training sessions.
• Provide clear guidance to the B Team GK coaches to align GK delivery across the women’s teams.
• Contribute to squad selection and lead GK matchday warm-ups for the first team competing in the London & South-East Regional Women’s Premier Division, Women’s FA Cup, Capital Cup (senior edition) and all additional competitive and friendly fixtures, typically on Sunday afternoons.
• Enquire, probe, check and challenge the head coaches about all aspects of playing style and team selection. Act as a sounding board and encourage healthy debate.
• Work collaboratively with the first team inter-disciplinary team, providing input on GK management to develop players and prepare the team to win.
• Build positive performance relationships with players, motivating them to achieve their full potential, driving individual and team performance to win games.
• Assist the Head Coach in the tactical analysis of the GKs' performance
• Support the implementation of GK-specific individual development plans (IDPs), in line with IDP processes and timelines, and with parents where appropriate.
• Build strong performance relationships with all Brentford FC Women’s & Brentford FC Community Sports Trust (CST) staff.
• Attending all first team matches, leading the GK warm up, position specific feedback and supporting the head coach with team preparation and performance.
• Work with the Head Coach and Women’s Football Consultant to progress self-development opportunities based on mutually agreed development priorities.
• Support the Head Coach, recruitment staff and the Women’s Football Consultant to pro-actively manage squad depth charts and identify short, medium and long-term recruitment priorities.
• Review players, when required, for potential B-team and/or first team recruitment.
• Support connectivity between the emerging Brentford FC Women’s/CST girl's pathway and B team. Where appropriate, supporting the management of players across teams in the best interests of player development and meeting individual needs.
• Support operations to manage GK staffing across the women’s teams.
• Maintain up to date records of GK training sessions and GK game time on club systems.
• Attend all relevant CPD events, contribute to the club’s style of play and ensure that the women’s evolving game model principles and training methodologies are delivered consistently.
• Ensure that any safeguarding concerns observed, or raised with you in your role, are shared with the safeguarding team through the appropriate channels. 

General Club Accountabilities

• To ensure compliance with all relevant Club policies, including safeguarding, health and safety policies and with specific reference to the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Code of Conduct
• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC
• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Club and its personnel
• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
• To ensure compliance with all Matchday Safeguarding processes 
• To ensure compliance with the Club’s Safeguarding Policy and processes
• To promote and support positive mental health and wellbeing throughout the Club both on and off the field
• To promote equity, diversity and inclusion at the Club, in line with our EDI strategy

• UEFA B Licence Coaching certificate (outfield)
• UEFA Goalkeeping B Diploma
• Previous experience working with senior female GK’s in a competitive environment
• Previous experience working within inter-disciplinary team
• FA Safeguarding Children certificate
• Emergency First Aid in Football certificate

Person Specification – Desirable Characteristics

• UEFA A Licence Coaching Certificate
• UEFA Goalkeeping A Diploma
• FA Advanced Youth Award
• FA Talent ID qualifications
• Previous experience working with male GK’s in a competitive environment
• Previous experience working in a player development environment with male/ female players
• Previous experience with Kitman Labs, Hudl and Veo.
• Good level of IT skills.

Inclusion Statement

Brentford FC is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. Whilst our recruitment decisions are always based on merit and suitability, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

Safeguarding Statement

Brentford FC is committed to equality, diversity, and the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to contribute to a safe and inclusive environment for everyone involved in the Club.

As part of our safeguarding culture, all staff are required to undertake role-appropriate safeguarding training and to follow the Club’s safeguarding policies and procedures. These include the timely reporting of any concerns to the Club’s Safeguarding Team.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment practices. Pre-employment screening will be carried out, which - depending on the role - may include an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Brentford FC recognises the value of a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from individuals with a range of backgrounds. A criminal record will not necessarily prohibit an applicant from employment. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of any offences. However, we remind individuals that it is a criminal offence for a person barred from engaging in regulated activity to apply for a role that involves such activity.

Our safeguarding policies and further information can be found here: https://www.brentfordfc.com/en/safeguarding

Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. You can find out more about this at https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record

Please also note that a CV application will not be sufficient. Applications will not be considered where the application form has not been completed in full.

If the role you are applying for involves regulated activity and you have been shortlisted for a first stage interview, you will be asked to fill out a Declaration of Offences Form.

Reference Requests

By submitting this application, you consent to us contacting two professional referees. These individuals should be able to verify the educational and/or employment details you provided during the application process and speak to your work ethic, skills, and overall suitability for the role. References will only be requested if you are successful at the selection stage. At that time, you will be asked to provide the necessary contact information.