Elite Cricket Coach & Talent Developer

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Cricket Coach to lead a premier cricket academy in Randburg, Gauteng. You will design high-level coaching strategies, develop talent, and guide teams to success in top-tier competitions.

You will collaborate with fitness trainers, analysts, and support staff to deliver a comprehensive development experience, uphold ethical coaching practices, and foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Extensive coaching experience at high level with track record of developing players and teams.
• Cricket CSA Level 3 or equivalent certification.
• Strong leadership, communication and motivational abilities.
• Experience in talent identification and development pathways.
• Ability to work flexible hours including travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement coaching programs for senior and development squads, focusing on technical, tactical, and mental aspects of the game.
• Lead and mentor coaching staff, ensuring consistency in coaching philosophy and delivery.
• Identify, recruit, and develop talented cricketers for the academy's programs.
• Conduct detailed performance analysis of players and opposition, formulating effective game plans.
• Manage team logistics for training camps, tours, and matches, including travel and scheduling.
• Ensure adherence to cricket board regulations, codes of conduct, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with sports scientists, nutritionists, and sports psychologists to optimize player performance and well-being.
• Promote a culture of discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of player progress, training data, and match statistics.
• Represent the academy professionally in interactions with players, parents, media, and stakeholders.

Skills

Cricket coaching

Leadership

Performance analysis

Talent ID

Education

Cricket CSA Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Video analysis

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Cricket Coach to lead a premier cricket academy in Randburg, Gauteng. You will design high-level coaching strategies, develop talent, and guide teams to success in top-tier competitions.

You will collaborate with fitness trainers, analysts, and support staff to deliver a comprehensive development experience, uphold ethical coaching practices, and foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.