Netball Coach

King's College School Wimbledon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

King’s College School Wimbledon is seeking an enthusiastic netball coach to lead senior girls’ sessions and fixtures at one of the country’s leading schools. The role involves coaching around six hours in the spring term, starting January 2027, with additional hours for tournaments as agreed.

The successful candidate will hold Level 2 coaching, ideally have an umpire qualification, and have played at a high level with strong netball knowledge.

Qualifications

• Level 2 netball coaching qualification or equivalent.
• Umpire qualification desirable or strong knowledge of umpiring rules.
• Played to a high level/pathway player.
• Good level of technical expertise relating to netball.

Responsibilities

• Coach senior girls’ netball sessions and fixtures.
• Deliver coaching for the spring term schedule (January 2027).
• Lead sessions and fixtures plus contribute to tournaments and additional hours.

Skills

Level 2 coaching

Umpire qualification

High‑level player

Technical netball knowledge

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified netball coach to coach senior girls’ netball sessions and fixtures. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role coaching competitive pupils at one of the country’s leading schools.

The coaching schedule for the spring term, from January 2027, is expected to be around six hours, as follows:

• Monday afternoons (4.00pm - 5.30pm)
• Wednesday afternoons (typically 2 - 2.5 hours, start time usually around 2.00pm but earlier for away fixtures)
• Saturday mornings/afternoons (typically 2 - 2.5 hours, morning or afternoon dependent on fixture schedule)

We are also seeking some additional hours (to be agreed) for coaching and tournaments this term, commencing as soon as possible.

Person Specification:

• have a level 2 netball coaching or equivalent qualification
• possess an umpire qualification (desirable) or a good knowledge of the umpiring rules
• have played to a high level/pathway player
• have a good level of technical expertise relating to netball

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities

Interview date to be confirmed

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.