Job Location Training Ground BR3 1RJ
Contract Type Full-time
Salary/ ROP Competitive
Who we are:
We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites - our London office, Selhurst Park stadium, and our Training Ground/Academy, we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees
We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.
About this role:
Crystal Palace FC is looking for an experienced First Team Goalkeeping Coach to join our Men’s First Team coaching staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering a world-class goalkeeping programme that aligns with the club’s playing philosophy and supports our ambition to compete at the highest level of the Premier League and Europe.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, training sessions for First Team goalkeepers in line with the club’s tactical and playing philosophy.
- Develop and maintain Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for each goalkeeper to optimise technical, tactical, physical, and psychological performance.
- Work closely with the First Team Manager, coaching staff, performance analysts, sports science and medical teams to integrate goalkeeper training with overall squad preparation.
- Provide matchday coaching support, including pre-match warm-ups, in-game tactical input, and post-match performance reviews.
- Conduct detailed video and data analysis of own goalkeepers and opposition goalkeepers to inform training content and match preparation.
- Monitor workload, recovery, and physical readiness in collaboration with sports science and medical staff to minimise injury risk and maximise performance.
- Support the development of goalkeepers within the Academy, Development Squad or loaned as required, ensuring a clear pathway to the First Team
- Maintain accurate training records, performance data, and development plans in line with club policies and GDPR requirements.
- Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager.
- Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
- Valid and up to date UEFA A Goalkeeping Licence (Essential - please email your qualification to Theo.Vrachnakis@cpfc.co.uk as part of your application)
- FA-approved emergency qualification (e.g., ATMMiF).
- Proven experience coaching goalkeepers at professional First Team level, ideally within a Premier League or elite European club environment.
- Strong understanding of modern goalkeeping techniques, tactical trends, and position-specific demands at the highest level.
- Demonstrable experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary First Team environment.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and adapt sessions based on tactical, physical, and individual needs.
- Committed to professional standards, player welfare, and continuous personal development.
Benefits:
- Complimentary match day ticket
- Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
- Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
- 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
- Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
- Volunteering Day - 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice.
- Travel Season Ticket loan
- Holiday allowance that increases every year of service
Our commitment to Equality
At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity.
We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club, whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes and any other person engaged with the club's activities, has a real and equal opportunity to do so.
Reasonable Adjustment
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone.
If you require disability-related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact DLO@cpfc.co.uk (DLO inbox is for disability-related queries only, if you wish to gain further information regarding this vacancy, please contact cpfc.recruitment@cpfc.co.uk). We are here to help you through the whole recruitment process including trying to apply for a vacancy, getting in touch with us through the process, and/or helping with access in case you are required to come in for an interview.
Safeguarding
Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, the post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.
