Elite Head Coach, Men’s First Team Cricket

Surrey County Cricket Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Performance bonus

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Employee assistance

40 days holidays

Staff tickets & passes

Staff restaurant & discounts

Job summary

Surrey County Cricket Club is seeking a Head Coach to lead the Men’s First Team and implement the club’s strategy at The Kia Oval. You will oversee coaching and support staff, maximise player potential and drive elite performance across domestic formats.

The role requires a proven leadership track record, ECB coaching credentials and a clear commitment to safeguarding and development. Aiming for sustained success, you’ll work with various stakeholders to align performance with long-term strategy.

Qualifications

• ECB Level 3 Coaching qualification with ambition to Level 4 or overseas equivalent.
• Experience in English domestic cricket at high level as player and coach.
• Clear understanding of the cricket landscape within English cricket.
• Strong leadership with a track record of delivering results.
• Vision, energy and passion for Surrey County Cricket Club.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Men's First Team performance programme.
• Develop and prepare players for sustained domestic success and international potential.
• Embed a clear Surrey philosophy and style of play across formats.
• Plan, prepare and execute domestic campaigns with readiness of staff and players.
• Drive continuous improvement through coaching, reviews and development plans.
• Identify, recruit, develop and retain players aligned to long-term success.
• Champion the player pathway and integrate staff across performance and wellbeing.
• Lead, manage and develop the coaching team to work towards shared objectives.
• Foster a high performance culture with accountability and teamwork.

Skills

ECB Level 3 Coaching

Leadership

Domestic game knowledge

Strategic planning

Job description

Surrey County Cricket Club is seeking a Head Coach to lead the Men’s First Team and implement the club’s strategy at The Kia Oval. You will oversee coaching and support staff, maximise player potential and drive elite performance across domestic formats.

The role requires a proven leadership track record, ECB coaching credentials and a clear commitment to safeguarding and development. Aiming for sustained success, you’ll work with various stakeholders to align performance with long-term strategy.