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Dean Close Foundation; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Dean Close Foundation seeks a Cricket Coach to develop cricket across our Prep and Senior Schools for ages 8–18. You will deliver engaging coaching, promote participation, and nurture talent within a values-driven environment.

You will plan and run high-quality sessions, including 1:1s and squads, coach both boys and girls, and contribute to co-curricular cricket activities and community events.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching cricket in a school or club setting.
• ECB Level 2 (or equivalent) coaching qualification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver development-focused coaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver cricket programmes across the Foundation.
• Lead high-quality coaching sessions (1:1, small groups, squads).
• Coach school teams, assist with selections, manage match days.

Skills

Cricket coaching

Session planning

1:1 coaching

Small group coaching

Team management

Inclusive coaching

Talent identification

Education

ECB Level 2 coaching

Job description

Dean Close School are looking to appoint a Cricket Coach to support the delivery and development of cricket across our Prep and Senior Schools. You will work with boys and girls aged 8–18, helping to grow participation, nurture talent, and promote a positive sporting culture. This is a casual coaching contract, working during fixed periods of the academic term.

This is an exciting opportunity for a coach who is passionate about player development, high-quality training, and creating an engaging learning environment.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Director of Cricket in planning and delivering cricket programmes across the Foundation.
• Lead high-quality coaching sessions, including 1:1, small groups, and full squads.
• Coach school teams, assist with team selection, and take responsibility for match-day management.
• Deliver sessions aligned with the Foundation’s coaching philosophy and programme structure.
• Coach both boys’ and girls’ cricket, promoting inclusion and opportunity for all.
• Work with pupils of all abilities, adapting sessions to suit development needs
• Identify and support talented players while ensuring all pupils enjoy their cricket experience.
• Contribute to co‑curricular cricket activities including festivals, tours and school events.
• Support marketing and outreach events with clubs, schools and community partners.

The successful candidate will have experience in coaching Cricket within a school or club environment, and ideally hold an ECB Level 2 coaching qualification.

The Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.