Cricket Coach - Elevate Talent & Lead Engaging Sessions

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dean Close School is seeking a Cricket Coach for our Prep and Senior Schools, working with pupils aged 8–18 to grow participation and talent. The role is a casual coaching contract during fixed academic term periods, with opportunities across festivals, tours, and school events.

You will support the Director of Cricket in planning programmes and lead sessions for individuals and squads, promoting inclusion and a positive sporting culture.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching cricket in a school or club environment.
• ECB Level 2 coaching qualification preferred.
• Ability to work with pupils aged 8–18.
• Casual coaching contract during the academic term.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Cricket in planning and delivering cricket programmes across the Foundation.
• Lead high-quality coaching sessions (1:1, small groups, and full squads).
• Coach school teams and assist with team selection; manage match-days.
• Deliver sessions aligned with the Foundation's coaching philosophy and programme structure.
• Coach both boys’ and girls’ cricket, promoting inclusion and opportunity for all.
• Contribute to co-curricular cricket activities including festivals, tours and school events.
• Support marketing and outreach events with clubs, schools and community partners.

Skills

Cricket coaching

Session planning

Player development

Inclusive coaching

Education

ECB Level 2 coaching qualification

Job description

Dean Close School is seeking a Cricket Coach for our Prep and Senior Schools, working with pupils aged 8–18 to grow participation and talent. The role is a casual coaching contract during fixed academic term periods, with opportunities across festivals, tours, and school events.

You will support the Director of Cricket in planning programmes and lead sessions for individuals and squads, promoting inclusion and a positive sporting culture.