Men's 1st Team Coach

England and Great Britain Hockey; Newbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A competitive and vibrant hockey club is seeking a dedicated Men's 1st Team Head Coach to foster a high-performance squad within a community-focused environment. The ideal candidate will bring proven coaching experience, innovative training methods, and a passion for developing players from juniors to seniors. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor while driving the club forward in the league.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at or above current 1st Team level.
• Proven success in player development.
• Energetic presence and strategic approach essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Men's 1st Team and drive squad performance.
• Design and deliver training programmes for 1st & 2nd teams.
• Collaborate with the Men's Club Captain on selection and objectives.

Skills

Coaching experience

Player development focus

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Team-first approach

Education

England Hockey Level 3 qualification

Job description

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Men's 1st Team Coach

Newbury & Thatcham Hockey Club Newbury, Berkshire

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Now Hiring: Men’s 1st Team Head Coach - Newbury and Thatcham Hockey Club

Help shape the future of a performance-driven, community-powered club

A vibrant, competitive club with a strong record in mid-tier leagues (Grade 3). We’re seeking an experienced, committed coach to lead our Men’s 1st Team and help drive the squad and wider club to new heights.

Driven by passionate volunteers, we offer a welcoming, inclusive, and development-focused environment, with a strong junior-to-senior pathway backed by a mix of emerging and seasoned players.

Lead our Men’s 1st Team (South Central Div 1 North) toward promotion
Design and deliver progressive training programmes for 1st & 2nd teams
Collaborate with the Men’s Club Captain on objectives, selection, and junior integration
Coach weekly (Tues eves) + matchdays (Saturdays)
Run pre-season from 1st Sept – warmups, training, talent spotting
Host team meetings & support with match analysis
Attend 1 club-wide session per month to mentor volunteer coaches

What You’ll Bring
England Hockey qualifications (Level 3 preferred)
Proven coaching success and player development focus
Strategic mindset, energetic presence, team-first approach
Experience at or above our current 1st Team level

Pay: Competitive, based on experience & qualifications

Interested? Get in touch with Cameron Dunlop (Men’s Club Captain) at [e-mail].