Basketball Head Coach

University Academy 92; Manchester; On-site; GBP 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Part time

Job summary

UA92 is seeking a Basketball Head Coach to lead our men’s and women’s BUCS teams, delivering Monday evening training and managing Wednesday fixtures. You will collaborate with the student committee to ensure leadership and support, while driving development and performance.

You will also contribute off the court by aiding recruitment, welcoming events, and taster sessions, helping us grow a strong, inclusive basketball community at UA92.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Coaching qualification with First Aid and Safeguarding current or willingness to obtain
• Experience coaching both men and women and with BUCS/higher education is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead BUCS basketball teams and plan Monday training sessions
• Coordinate Wednesday fixtures and work with the student committee
• Provide quality feedback to aid player development and progression
• Support recruitment and build an inclusive UA92 basketball community
• Assist with tasters and events to grow participation

Skills

Leadership

BUCS coaching

Training delivery

Player development

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 Coaching

Job description

Basketball Head Coach

At UA92, we’re deliberately different.

Co-founded by the Class of ’92 and Lancaster University, we’re here to make higher education more accessible, more inclusive and more connected to the world beyond university. We believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t – and we want to change that.

Sport has been part of our DNA from day one. We know what it can do build confidence, create belonging, develop character and give students experiences that go well beyond their studies.

We’re looking for a Basketball Head Coach to lead our men’s and women’s basketball teams and help us take the next step in developing basketball at UA92.

The Role

This is a hands‑on coaching role for someone who can bring together players with different experiences and abilities and create a club where people want to be.

You’ll lead our BUCS basketball teams, planning and delivering Monday evening training sessions and taking responsibility for Wednesday fixtures. Where both teams are playing at the same time, you’ll work with our student committee to make sure the right leadership and support is in place.

You’ll coach for development as well as performance giving players quality feedback, helping talented athletes progress and making sure students at different stages of their basketball journey can get involved and improve.

Away from the court, you’ll play an important part in growing the club. Working alongside our Sport92 team and student committee, you’ll support recruitment, welcome events and taster sessions, helping us build participation and a strong, inclusive basketball community at UA92.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll need a minimum Level 2 Coaching qualification, alongside up-to-date First Aid and Safeguarding qualifications, or a willingness to obtain these.

You’ll be comfortable leading players, delivering engaging training sessions and taking responsibility for the organisation and demands of BUCS matchdays.

Experience coaching both men and women and working with players across different ability levels would be a real advantage. Experience within BUCS competition or higher education would also be welcome.

We’re looking for someone who is organised, confident and player‑focused, but just as importantly, someone who understands what university sport should feel like competitive and ambitious, but inclusive, supportive and enjoyable.

You’ll care about student development on and off the court and bring the collaborative, resilient approach that reflects how we work at UA92.

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The Particulars

• Role: Basketball Head Coach


• Contract: Hourly Paid, Fixed Term – September to April


• Total payment: £20 per hour including holiday pay equivalent to circa £2500


• Training: Monday evenings


• Fixtures: Wednesdays


• Location: Stretford High School for training and home fixtures, with travel to away fixtures, predominantly across the North West


• Reporting to: Head of Sport92

If you’re passionate about basketball, developing people and creating a club students are proud to be part of, we’d love to hear from you.

Come and help us grow basketball at UA92 – on the court and beyond it.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

UA92 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds and those with non-traditional career paths. Additionally, we welcome candidates who have an understanding of inclusion.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. UA92 cannot sponsor visas for this role.