PART-TIME HOCKEY COACHES

Old School Ties; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Somerset College in the Western Cape invites applications for Independent Sports Coaches to support its hockey programme. The role is part-time, focusing on developing players, coaching sessions, and game day execution, aligned with the college's values and safety policies.

You will coach and manage your teams, travel to matches, report logistics and outcomes to the Head of Department, and contribute to a holistic student development approach.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching hockey at school level.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Able to travel with teams.
• Commitment to Somerset College values and policies.

Responsibilities

• Coach and manage respective hockey teams.
• Deliver coaching programmes aligned with the sport's philosophy.
• Attend trainings and matches, including tournaments.
• Adhere to school policies and safety procedures.
• Provide regular operational reporting to Head of Department/Director of Sport.
• Assist with safety, health and environmental matters.

Skills

Hockey coaching

Interpersonal skills

Administrative ability

Reporting

Job description

Somerset College is a leading independent, co-educational day and boarding school offering schooling from Grade 000 to Matric-IEB and Cambridge AS and A-levels. Founded in 1997, Somerset College is a welcoming, stimulating centre of learning situated in the beautiful Cape Winelands.

PART-TIME HOCKEY COACHES

1 February 2027 - 30 October 2027

Are you passionate about developing hockey players, do you want to be part of building our legacy and have hockey skills and knowledge to share?

Somerset College is seeking motivated Independent Sports Coaches who prioritise interpersonal relationships and holistic student development in the hockey programme.

Requirements:

• The successful applicant should be a highly motivated, innovative individual, with a love and passion for hockey.
• Be available and punctual for all training sessions and matches. This includes tournaments, as well as travelling on school transport to and from such events.
• Coach and manage their respective teams.
• Adhere to Somerset College policies.
• Deliver coaching programmes aligned with the sport’s philosophy and Somerset College’s values.
• Assist with relevant Safety, Health and Environmental matters.
• Be administratively competent.
• Regular operational reporting to the Head of Department and/or Director of Sport detailing logistical outcomes and potential issues related to sports coaching.

Service Schedule:

Services are to be rendered in accordance with the College’s training programme, typically conducted on weekdays between 09:00 – 18:00 with additional commitments on Fridays and Saturdays as necessitated by matches.

Somerset College in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.