Netball Coach

ELTHAM COLLEGE; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

ELTHAM College is seeking a highly professional Netball Coach to support its high-quality netball programme. You will plan and lead coaching sessions, develop players of all abilities, and contribute to a positive, inclusive sporting environment at a historic south-east London independent school.

The role promotes participation, skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship in line with the College's ethos.

Qualifications

• Must hold England Netball Level 1 coaching award or equivalent.
• Level 2 or above preferred for advanced coaching responsibilities.
• Experience delivering a high-quality netball programme.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead coaching sessions.
• Develop players of all abilities.
• Promote participation, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Skills

Netball coaching

Session planning

Player development

Teamwork

Education

England Netball Level 1 coaching award

England Netball Level 2 coaching award or above

Job description

Job Title :Netball Coach

Hours of Work:10 hours per week on average (including Saturdays), term time only

Reports to: Head of Netball

Required for: November 2026

Rate of Pay: £20 per hour for coaches holding an England Netball Level 1 coaching award (or equivalent), £30 per hour for coaches holding an England Netball Level 2 coaching award (or above). The rate is set according to the qualification held at appointment

Principal Role

The Headmaster and CEO of Eltham College Family of Schools is seeking to appoint a highly professional and inspirational Netball Coach. The position is to support the delivery of a high-quality netball programme by planning and leading coaching sessions, developing players of all abilities, and contributing to a positive, inclusive and enjoyable sporting environment. The coach will promote participation, skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship in line with the College's sporting ethos.

Eltham College is a highly successful independent day school in south-east London, educating boys and girls aged 7 to 18 across both Junior and Senior Schools.The College has grown considerably over recent years: there are now over 800 students in the Senior School and around 260 pupils in the Junior School and places are heavily oversubscribed. Since 2020, girls have been able to join Years 3 and 7, mirroring the Sixth Form which has been coeducational for over 45 years. The school places an equal emphasis on academic, pastoral and co-curricular excellence and has an outstanding reputation in all three areas as well as for the friendly, unpretentious nature of daily life.

Department

Eltham College is set within 67 acres of playing fields and benefits from outstanding sports facilities, including the Eric Liddell Sports Centre, two hockey astroturfs (following a £1m investment in a second pitch), MUGA, and tennis/netball courts.

Students compete at national and regional level in hockey, skiing, fencing, athletics, cricket, cross country, netball, tennis, rugby, swimming, and water polo. In addition, the College offers a broad and inclusive Physical Education and Games programme.

The College also enjoys strong links with local sports clubs, supporting player development and performance pathways.

Application closing date: 8am on Thursday 19 November 2026

Interviews to take place week commencing 23 November 2026

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and Eltham College reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience).

Eltham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.