Ladies 2nd Team Coach

England and Great Britain Hockey; Bath; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hockey organization is seeking a dedicated coach for the Women's 2ndXI at the University of Bath for the upcoming 2025/26 season. The role involves planning training sessions, providing player development, and working closely with senior players and coaches to enhance team performance in the BUCS West 1 League.

Qualifications

• Coaching qualification (EH Level 2 or equivalent) is desirable.
• Relevant coaching experience considered.
• Proven track record of player development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging weekly training sessions.
• Monitor performance and provide player feedback.
• Communicate with the 1stXI Head Coach.

Skills

Technical expertise

Tactical expertise

Player development

People skills

Motivation

Education

EH Level 2 coaching qualification

Job description

University of Bath HC are looking for a Coach for our Women's 2ndXI for the coming 2025/26 season. The Women’s 2XI will be competing in the BUCS West 1 League. As a team, our objective will be promotion into the BUCS South Premier League as well as to develop players of a 1stXI (BUCS National Premier League) standard to push the Performance Hockey Programme at the University of Bath. We are looking for a coach to lead weekly Monday training sessions and ideally take the team on Wednesday matchdays.

• Plan and deliver engaging and tailored weekly training sessions on Monday evenings
• Availability to coach team on Wednesday matchdays is preferable but not essential
• Take an active role in the development of players pushing to play 1stXI hockey
• Monitor performance and provide feedback to players
• Communicate and collaborate with the 1stXI Head Coach on systems of play, player development and feedback.
• Work closely with the team captain and senior players to ensure a positive atmosphere and provide support for all.

Experience and Approach

• A coaching qualification of EH Level 2 or equivalent is desirable. However, we will consider applicants without a formal qualification but with sufficient relevant coaching experience.
• Technical and tactical expertise
• Proven track record of player development
• Motivated and ambitious individual with excellent people skills
• Experience in a similar role may be advantageous but is not essential

Pay: Competitive and commensurate to coaching qualifications and experience

To apply for the role or for further information, please send a CV and cover letter to Ben Knights at [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close applications prior to the stated deadline.

To apply for the role or for further information, please send a CV and cover letter to Ben Knights at [e-mail]