Lead Fence Coach

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS); Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organisation is looking for a passionate fencing coach to join their team at NTU. The role involves co-leading group training sessions, supporting the development of student-athletes, and delivering a year-round programme for the NTU Fencing Club. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 coaching qualification and experience in delivering quality sessions. This flexible zero-hours position is perfect for individuals who want to impact student sport positively and work collaboratively towards high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering quality coaching sessions.
• Ability to lead groups and develop individual athletes.
• Background in student sport or performance pathways is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead training sessions for NTU Fencing Club.
• Support student-athletes' individual development.
• Deliver engaging year-round programme.

Skills

Coaching experience

Organisational skills

Ability to build positive environment

Education

Level 2 coaching qualification or equivalent

Job description

Closing date: 5 January 2026
Location: Clifton Campus, Nottingham Trent University
Region: East Midlands
Employment type: Other
Salary: 30 per hour

Description

About the Role

Are you ready to help shape the future of student fencing at NTU?

We’re looking for a passionate and organised fencing coach to join our team—working alongside another Lead Coach to plan and deliver an engaging year-round programme for the NTU Fencing Club.

In this role, you’ll co-lead group training, support individual development, and help our student-athletes reach their full potential—whether they’re beginners or BUCS competitors.

You’ll need a Level 2 coaching qualification (or equivalent), experience planning and delivering quality sessions, and confidence in leading others.

If you’ve worked in student sport or a performance pathway before, that’s a bonus—but what matters most is your ability to build a positive, inclusive, high-performing environment.

The current coaching schedule listed below is for term time only (September- April) but could be subject to change ahead of the 2025-2026 academic year.

This will be discussed at the interview.

Tuesdays 20:00 – 22:00.

This is a flexible zero-hours role, perfect if you’re excited by the idea of developing student sport and working collaboratively to raise standards.

Interviews: week commencing 14th January 2026.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile.

We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.