Head Coach - Women’s 1XI/2XI Teams

England and Great Britain Hockey; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive hockey club as the Head Coach, leading our performance squad into an exciting new season. This role offers the chance to shape training, foster team spirit, and build on our strong foundations. With a commitment to community and player development, you'll work closely with a dedicated team to enhance skills and performance. If you're passionate about hockey and coaching, and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to bring your energy and enthusiasm to our club. Apply now to be part of our journey!

Benefits

Accommodation in West Hampstead

Financial contributions towards coaching qualifications

Flexible training schedule

Community-focused environment

Opportunity for personal development

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coach at a comparable level.
• Strong communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver training and development programmes.
• Prepare for and attend matches every Saturday.
• Foster a positive culture within the squad.

Skills

Coaching at a comparable level

Strong communication skills

Team management

Analytical skills for match performance

Energy and enthusiasm

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, capable and committed Head Coach to lead our talented performance squad (1XI/2XI) for the 2025/26 season and beyond. After a successful few seasons with our previous coach, we are excited to welcome a new coach with fresh ideas to build on already strong foundations.

About the club:

West Hampstead Hockey Club (WHHC) is a vibrant and inclusive member-led club in North West London, with more than 250 active members playing at all levels in the London Area league.

We pride ourselves on our club culture, putting enjoyment and community at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to developing players of all skill levels and giving every player the opportunity to play to the highest standard they wish to, including performance level.

We combine our love for hockey and socialising with an active playing calendar across the year. In addition to the league fixtures, we participate in various cup competitions, summer leagues, multiple tours and put on casual mixed open days at our pitches in Brent Cross. During the season we make full use of our clubhouse in the heart of West Hampstead and have a packed social calendar.

About the teams:

The Women’s 1st XI were promoted to London Women's Premier Division for the 2024/25 season and have had a fantastic debut, finishing mid-table and putting them in prime position to consolidate their position in the league and maintain this standard of hockey in the coming seasons.

The Women’s 2nd XI play in London Division 2 North and have consistently finished in the top half of the table over the past few years. While goals will always be set in collaboration with a team/squad at the start of a season, closing the gap between our 1XI and 2XI teams is a key priority for the club.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver a training and development programme for the 2025/26 season which includes pre-season training & fixtures, weekly training and adhoc video/whiteboard sessions.
• Prepare for and attend matches every Saturday, liaising with the Assistant Coach to ensure both teams are supported.
• Foster a positive culture that maintains a cohesive, motivated and high performing squad, allowing everyone to play to the best of their ability whilst having fun.
• Work closely with the wider coaches and captains in the Women’s Club to maintain a unified coaching philosophy across the club and support talent progression.
• Manage selection in line with the Club's Selection Policy and alongside team captains & the Assistant Coach.
• Analyse match performance, using video where possible, to inform coaching decisions.
• Act as an ambassador for West Hampstead Hockey Club, representing the club's values at all times.

Key attributes:

• Proven ability to coach at a comparable level;
• Strong communication and people skills;
• Energy and enthusiasm for the role; and
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Whilst coaching qualifications are an important part of a development toolkit, we recognise that everybody comes to coaching in different ways, and are therefore open to receiving applications from coaches without recognised qualifications. However, please note, that we are unable to provide support with visa applications.

Remuneration:

A competitive package is dependent on experience and qualifications. Accommodation in West Hampstead and financial contributions towards coaching qualifications/flights can be discussed as part of the overall package.

We are always keen to welcome talented individuals to our club. If this role doesn't seem like the right fit for you, we still encourage you to explore other opportunities with us. Feel free to express your interest, and we will get back to you.

To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter to [e-mail].

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy early if we appoint a suitable candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.