Casual Sports Coach: Develop Student Athletes & Teams

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 23,419 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Durham University is recruiting Casual - Sports Coach for the 2026/2027 academic year. The role is zero hours with typical hours to be agreed with the Hiring Manager and a remuneration of £17.16 per hour. We welcome coaches from any sporting background who are committed to helping student athletes grow through sport.

To apply, submit your online application with a resume and covering letter. For queries, contact [e-mail]. DBS disclosure is required for successful applicants.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver coaching sessions to student athletes/teams to improve their performance and help them achieve their full potential.
• Evaluate performance and provide suitable feedback.
• Assess strengths and weaknesses in the student athlete’s/team’s performance and identify areas for further development.
• Encourage participants to gain and develop skills, knowledge and techniques.
• Liaise with the relevant Hiring Manager to coordinate support service provision for individual athletes, clubs and teams.
• Ensure that student athletes train and perform in line with health and safety regulations at all times.
• Support student athlete recruitment by meeting with identified prospective students and acting as an ambassador for Durham University Sport.
• Provide sport-specific knowledge to support the University in building external, sport-specific partnerships.
• Provide sport-specific knowledge to assist the University in purchasing equipment.
• Where required, play for the Durham team in sport of expertise, as directed by the relevant Head Coach.

Job description

Durham University is recruiting Casual - Sports Coach for the 2026/2027 academic year. The role is zero hours with typical hours to be agreed with the Hiring Manager and a remuneration of £17.16 per hour. We welcome coaches from any sporting background who are committed to helping student athletes grow through sport.

To apply, submit your online application with a resume and covering letter. For queries, contact [e-mail]. DBS disclosure is required for successful applicants.