Pace Bowling Consultant

The Warwickshire County Cricket Club Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

The Warwickshire County Cricket Club Limited is seeking an experienced Pace Bowling Consultant to develop our next generation of pace bowlers. You will work with the Lead Bowling Coach, pathway leads, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver coaching across U15–U18, EPP and Academy programmes, shaping players toward professional cricket.

You will analyse performance data, contribute to player appraisals, and potentially deputise for the Lead Bowling Coach.

Qualifications

• ECB Advanced Coaching Award (Level 3 equivalent) or higher.
• Safeguarding certification, First Aid certification and DBS clearance.
• Strong knowledge of pace bowling principles and ability to deliver engaging coaching sessions.
• Experience developing young players to progress to the professional game.
• Ability to analyse data to inform coaching decisions and player development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong people management.
• Organisational and time management skills to manage priorities across pathways.
• Ability to collaborate with coaches, players and a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist coaching across U15–U18, EPP and Academy programmes.
• Provide individual coaching and development plans; support training sessions and matchday activities.
• Contribute to workload management and player appraisals with science and medicine teams.
• Deputise for Lead Bowling Coach when required across winter and summer programmes.
• Collaborate with pathway leads and multi-disciplinary staff to support integrated development.

Skills

Coaching cert

Safeguarding

Technical bowling

Player development

Performance analysis

Communication

Org & planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Help develop the next generation of pace bowlers at Warwickshire Cricket!

We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Pace Bowling Consultant to play a key role in developing our most promising young bowlers and supporting the performance of our professional men's bowling group. Working alongside our Lead Bowling Coach, Pathway and Academy Leads, and wider multi-disciplinary team, you'll deliver specialist coaching across our U15-U18, EPP and Academy programmes, helping talented young players progress towards professional cricket. From individual coaching and player development planning to professional training sessions and matchday support, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact across our performance pathway.

You'll contribute to the development of emerging talent and established professionals, using technical expertise, performance data and evidence-based coaching to support player progression. You'll also collaborate with our science and medicine teams on workload management, contribute to player appraisals and development reviews, and have the opportunity to deputise for the Lead Bowling Coach when required. With involvement across both the winter and summer programmes, including the Academy overseas training camp, this consultancy role offers the opportunity to work within a high-performance environment and help shape the future of pace bowling at Warwickshire.

What we're looking for:

• Coaching qualifications: ECB Advanced Coaching Award (Level 3 equivalent) or higher.
• Safeguarding and safety: Safeguarding certification, First Aid certification and DBS clearance.
• Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of the technical, tactical and physical principles of pace bowling, with the ability to deliver effective, engaging and adaptable coaching sessions.
• Player development: The ability to demonstrate experience supporting young players to make successful transitions into the professional game.
• Performance analysis: The ability and willingness to analyse and use data to inform coaching decisions and player development.
• Communication and leadership: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong people management skills, and the ability to present performance insights and development plans clearly.
• Organisation and planning: Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across professional and pathway environments.
• Collaboration: The ability to work effectively with coaches, players and a multi-disciplinary team to support integrated player development.

What will set you apart?

Previous coaching experience at Academy level or above, alongside an ECB Specialist Coaching Award (Level 4), would be advantageous. We're also looking for someone who brings energy and enthusiasm, demonstrates flexibility and diplomacy, maintains the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality, and is committed to continuous professional development.

Above all, you'll embody our PRIDE values: Passion, Respect, Innovation, Diversity and Excellence, in the way you coach, collaborate and support the development of players and colleagues.

The opportunity

This is a consultancy appointment offering negotiable full and half-day rates, plus mileage. Coaching commitments will span the winter and summer programmes, with delivery and scheduling agreed in collaboration with the relevant coaching and pathway leads.

Why Join Us

Joining us means becoming part of a dedicated cricket community where enthusiasm, teamwork, and a shared drive for success are at the core of what we do.

We offer an opportunity to:

• Engaging Environment: Immerse yourself in the exciting world of cricket, working alongside coaches, players and performance staff who are dedicated to developing the next generation of talent.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Work at Edgbaston Stadium, a world-class facility that hosts some of the most exciting cricket and live events.
• Professional Collaboration: Work alongside experienced Performance Team colleagues and WCCC Lead Psychologists, contributing to a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to player development.
• Make an Impact: Play a meaningful role in the psychological, wellbeing and performance development of young cricketers as they progress through the Pathway.
• Team Spirit: Become part of a team that celebrates success, supports one another and is committed to developing future Warwickshire and professional cricketers.

Right to Work in the UK Statement

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, Warwickshire Cricket are unable to sponsor work visas. Therefore, please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK. Before employment commences, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Disability Confident Committed

Warwickshire Cricket are proud to be a Disability Confident committed employer, dedicated to ensuring a fair and accessible hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, we guarantee that any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for a vacancy will be offered an interview.

Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy Statement

We will ensure that all existing and potential workers receive equal consideration, and are committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, disability, ethnic and national origin, nationality, sexuality, marital status, responsibility for dependants, religion, trade union activity and age.

It is the intention of Warwickshire Cricket that its work force, at all levels, should reflect the composition of the City's population. To achieve this Warwickshire Cricket will take active and positive steps to eliminate discrimination, reduce the effects of past discrimination and to promote equality in employment. Please note that any personal data, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) information, will be anonymised and not reviewed during the shortlisting process, ensuring a fair and unbiased selection.

Safeguarding Statement

Warwickshire Cricket is proud to be at the forefront of safeguarding in cricket. Our commitment extends beyond the cricket field, emphasising the importance of fostering an atmosphere of trust, respect, and protection. Through continuous training, awareness programmes, and the implementation of best practices, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered. We understand the responsibility that comes with engaging with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we remain vigilant in upholding the highest standards of safeguarding in all facets of our operations. As such, roles involving any type of Regulated Activity or any interaction with children, young people or vulnerable adults are subjected to a safer recruitment process: ECB DBS clearance is mandatory before taking up the role.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Warwickshire Cricket are firmly committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for children and adults to enjoy the game. It is essential that Safer Recruitment practices are followed to ensure all staff and volunteers are suitable for their role, appropriately vetted and supported by the club.