Head of Cricket

HEAD OF CRICKET

Post title: Head of Cricket

Location: Herefordshire

Contract: Permanent

Hours/weeks: Full-time

Salary: range £29,014 - £35,487

Start date: September 2026 or January 2027

We are seeking an ambitious and knowledgeable Head of Cricket to shape the strategic vision, coaching standards, and long-term development of cricket across the School. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced coach who can inspire young players, build a thriving cricketing culture, and champion excellence at all levels of participation and performance. As Head of Cricket, you will lead the coaching programme from junior to senior teams, manage seasonal planning and player development pathways, and strengthen the School's presence in regional and national competitions. A key part of the role will also involve establishing meaningful partnerships with local and county clubs, ensuring clear routes for talented players to progress within elite pathways. If you are committed to nurturing potential, delivering high-quality coaching, and driving a vibrant and successful cricket programme, we would be delighted to hear from you.

HOW TO APPLY downloaded from the school website.

An application form and information pack may be Completed applications should be accompanied by a covering letter and sent to Mrs Cath Knowles, Hereford Cathedral School, Old Deanery, The Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG or to recruitment@herefordcs.com

The closing date for applications is 9am on 22 June 2026.

Interviews will be held on 25 June 2026 for shortlisted candidates.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references and other safer recruitment checks. Further information on the School's safeguarding can be found on the school website. Hereford Cathedral School is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

The School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline