Goalkeeping coach
Goalkeeper coach, GK coach
Goalkeeping coaches design specialist training for goalkeepers and help them improve their handling, positioning, distribution and decision-making.
Average salary (a year)
£25,000£48,000
StarterExperienced
Starter £25,000 to experienced £48,000
Typical hours (a week)
37 to 45plus match days
You could work
evenings and weekendsregularly
How to become a goalkeeping coach
You can get into this job through:
Courses, badges and licences
Football’s governing bodies run courses that are recognised across the game.
You’ll need general coaching badges, such as the UEFA C and B Licences, and the FA’s specialist goalkeeping qualifications, leading to the UEFA Goalkeeper B and A Licences for senior roles.
Volunteering and work experience
Experience in the game counts. You could start by volunteering.
Many goalkeeping coaches start by helping goalkeepers at grassroots clubs or goalkeeping schools while playing themselves.
Applying directly
You may be able to apply directly to clubs and organisations.
Part-time academy goalkeeping coach jobs are a common first step.
What it takes
Skills and knowledge
You’ll need:
- detailed knowledge of goalkeeping technique
- the ability to plan high-intensity, position-specific sessions
- video analysis skills
- good communication and motivation skills
Restrictions and requirements
You’ll usually need to:
- pass enhanced background checks (DBS) when working with young players
- hold in-date safeguarding and first aid certificates
What you’ll do
Day-to-day tasks
In your day-to-day tasks you could:
- plan and deliver goalkeeper training
- warm up goalkeepers before matches
- analyse goalkeepers’ performances on video
- work with coaches on how goalkeepers fit the team’s style
- help scout and recruit goalkeepers
Working environment
You’ll be on the training pitch most days, outdoors in all weathers, and at matches.
Career path and progression
You could become head of goalkeeping for a club’s academy and first team, or a national team goalkeeping coach.
Current opportunities
1 live goalkeeping coach job on Softfootball right now.
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Salaries and hours are typical figures for the UK and vary by club, league, location and experience. Last updated November 14, 2026.