Volleyball Club Coach

University of Chester; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Chester is seeking an enthusiastic Volleyball Club Coach to join our Sport & Active Lifestyle team at Exton Park, Chester. This role involves leading coaching sessions, developing student players, and working with club leadership to achieve club objectives.

You will inspire players of all abilities, uphold safeguarding standards, and act as a positive ambassador for sportCHESTER. The role is a 21-week contract with on-site duties, commencing in October and continuing

Qualifications

• Level 2 Volleyball coaching qualification.
• Safeguarding certificate.
• Strong knowledge of volleyball coaching and player development.
• Experience working with young adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong motivational and leadership abilities.
• Ability to plan, develop and deliver engaging coaching sessions.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience playing volleyball at club level or above.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver structured coaching sessions for club members of all abilities.
• Support the development and progression of student players throughout the season.
• Work collaboratively with club captains and committee members to support club objectives.
• Create a positive, inclusive and motivating training environment.
• Act as a professional role model and ambassador for sportCHESTER.
• Maintain regular communication with the Sport Development Team.
• Complete a DBS check and University safeguarding training prior to commencing the role.

Skills

Level 2 Coaching

Safeguarding cert

Youth development

Communication

Leadership

Session planning

Independence

Club-level player

Job description

Sport & Active Lifestyle, University of Chester

Reference: 3523-26
Location: Exton Park, Chester
Rate of Pay: £25 per hour (maximum £2,100 per year)
Contract: October–December and January–March (21 weeks in total)

The University of Chester is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Volleyball Club Coach to join our Sport & Active Lifestyle team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing and ambitious university sports club, supporting student athletes to develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the game. You will play a key role in creating an inclusive and engaging environment where players of all abilities can thrive.

About the Role

As Volleyball Club Coach, you will:

• Lead and deliver structured coaching sessions for club members of all abilities.
• Support the development and progression of student players throughout the season.
• Work collaboratively with club captains and committee members to support club objectives.
• Create a positive, inclusive and motivating training environment.
• Act as a professional role model and ambassador for sportCHESTER.
• Maintain regular communication with the Sport Development Team.
• Complete a DBS check and University safeguarding training prior to commencing the role.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum Level 2 Coaching Qualification in Volleyball.
• A Safeguarding and Protecting Children in Sport certificate.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of volleyball coaching and player development.
• Experience of working with young adults.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong motivational and leadership abilities.
• The ability to plan, develop and deliver engaging coaching sessions.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience of playing or competing in volleyball at club level or above.

Why Join Us?

Sport & Active Lifestyle delivers a wide range of sporting, physical activity and wellbeing opportunities across the University of Chester. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to the student experience, helping athletes develop both personally and competitively while contributing to the success of University sport.

We are committed to creating a culture of equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Ready to Join Us?

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.