Career
Godden started his career at Scunthorpe United, his youth career was struck by injuries. He signed his first professional contract at the end of the 2008-2009 season and soon on loan to Brigg Town, for three months, where he scored 9 goals in 20 games. He later went on loan to Ilkeston Town.
Godden was involved in Scunthorpe"s 2009-2010 pre-season.
He was signed a year extension on 8 June 2010, despite not making an appearance for Scunthorpe. He made his debut during the 2010-2011 season, on 22 September against Manchester United in the League Cup, coming on for Chris Dagnall.
In March 2012 Godden joined Gainsborough Trinity on an initial one-month loan. In August 2012 he re-joined Trinity on a 6-month loan.
He returned to Scunthorpe after just one month after picking up another injury.
He was subsequently loaned to Ebbsfleet United for 1 month on 8 November 2012. On 30 May 2014, he signed a two-year contract with Ebbsfleet United.