Who are we: Everton Football Club is one of world sport's most respected and revered names - a by-word for innovation, professionalism and community.

During the course of a glittering history spanning three centuries, we have been shaped and guided by our aspirational motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum - nothing but the best is good enough.

One of only three clubs to have been a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, our Men’s Senior team has played more games in English football's top-flight than any other, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup.

From the 2025/26 season, we will embark on an exciting journey at the state-of-the-art Hill Dickinson Stadium - a 52,888-capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey.

In doing so, we remain committed to developing and supporting teams across our Men’s, Women’s and Academy set-ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.

About the opportunity: For decades, our Club’s Academy has been one of the most respected and renowned in football, and its vision to develop young players who are technically and tactically capable of playing for Everton or having a career in the professional game remains as focused as ever. 

We are excited to be looking for an ambitious, motivated, and innovated Head of Academy Goalkeeping, supporting the Club Pathway Mission to produce Academy Graduates for Everton FC and ensure positive outcomes for all our people.

As Head of Academy Goalkeeping you will be responsible for the overall management, development and coaching of the Academy Goalkeepers, in line with the Coaching philosophy, vision and values of the Academy and the Club as a whole.

You will support the full time, part time and/or casual Goalkeeping Coaches, ensuring professionalism, behaviours and standards are consistently in line with Club values.   

Other key responsibilities as part of this role include: 

Management of Programme and Staff

Responsible for all GK coaches (full time / part time / casual) within the academy programme on a day-to-day basis

To manage and support all GK Coaches within the academy around their personal DAP’S

Responsible for staff (GK) development across the phases within the academy (e.g. delivering CPD workshops, coach observations and feedback during training and games)

To continue and evolve the GK coaching philosophy and methodology that aligns across the academy

Produce, deliver and review a Curriculum that is phase specific for GK’s to align with the club’s Philosophy and wider team principles

Player Development and Progression

To liaise with the Academy Recruitment Department to produce depth charts, player pathways, retention and recruitment of goalkeepers, for the Academy.

Strategy 

To continue and evolve the GK coaching philosophy and methodology that aligns across the academy

Produce, deliver and review a Curriculum that is phase specific for GK’s to align with the club’s Philosophy and wider team principles

Who we are looking for: We are seeking an individual with an impressive track record in the football industry, particularly with experience across all age groups within an academy setting. You should be able to demonstrate a strong background in working with and supporting young players during coaching sessions, especially within the Professional Development Phase groups.

A passion for player development, along with extensive experience coordinating activities for a large number of individuals, is essential for this role.

To qualify, you must hold at least the following qualification:

FA GK Coaching Level 4 (UEFA A Licence)

If you believe you possess the expertise we are looking for and would thrive as an integral part of our academy team, we would love to hear from you!

This is a permanent position based at our Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood). The role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

The closing date of this advert is Tuesday 16th September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications.    

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.           

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require either a Enhanced or Basic DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here            

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful. 

Equity & Inclusion      

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - careers@evertonfc.com       

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.    