Performance Development Lead Coach (2XI Lead)

England and Great Britain Hockey; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Edinburgh University Men's Hockey Club is looking for a Performance Development Lead Coach for their 2XI team. This part-time role involves coaching sessions, match leadership, and dedication to developing athletes in a competitive environment. Applicants must hold a Scottish Hockey Level 2 Coaching Qualification and demonstrate prior coaching or playing experience at a high standard.

Benefits

PlayerLayer kit

Student priced Sport & Exercise membership

Financial assistance with coaching qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or playing hockey at a high level.
• Dedication to promote high standards within the squad.

Responsibilities

• Lead two training sessions weekly, managing a squad of athletes.
• Be the match day lead for 2XI’s Scottish Hockey and BUCS games.

Skills

Player management skills

Coaching hockey at a high level

Education

Scottish Hockey Level 2 Coaching Qualification

Job description

Performance Development Lead Coach (2XI Lead)

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Performance Development Lead Coach (2XI Lead)

Edinburgh University Men's Hockey Club Peffermill Playing Fields, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh University Men’s Hockey Club are seeking an enthusiastic, driven individual to coach their Performance Development Squad within its Hockey Programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a group of talented athletes playing in BUCS Scotland 1 & 2, and Scottish Hockey Regional League 1 & 2, as well as BUCS and District Cups.

Applicants should have experience in playing or coaching hockey to a high level as well as
good player management skills. Applicants should be dedicated and able to promote and solidify high standards within the squad. Coaching applicants must have obtained a Scottish Hockey Level 2 Coaching Qualification (or equivalent) and have a real desire for the personal development of athletes in a performance development environment.

This part time role will include leading two training sessions per week (planned by the Head of Performance Hockey, Neil Allan), assisted by an Assistant Coach, as well as being the match day lead for the majority of the 2XI’s Scottish Hockey (Saturdays; Regional League 1) and BUCS (Wednesdays; Scotland 1) where available.

Benefits include 1 piece of PlayerLayer kit, student priced Sport & Exercise membership, access to development opportunities via Coaching & Volunteering Academy, financial assistance with coaching qualifications, as well as other benefits outlined on the Sport Union Website.

Full job description available at: https://www.euhc.co.uk/work-with-us

Please send applications to Tom Anderton at [e-mail] with a CV detailing your interest and experience for the role.