Lead Hockey Coach

Job Purpose: To coach pupils from ages 4 to 18, delivering sessions that both nurture beginners and challenge our top performing athletes to reach county and regional levels. This role requires a coach with technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working with young people in a residential school community.

• Provide leadership for the boys' hockey programme, supporting participation and performance.
• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate coaching sessions for pupils aged 4-18.
• Provide advanced technical, tactical and physical development for players on Performance Pathways.
• Lead on the delivery of focused lunchtime skills clinics to develop individual performance in games.
• Analyse performance and give effective, constructive feedback to individuals and squads.
• Lead indoor training sessions for multiple age groups, enhancing technical skills and confidence in this format of the game.
• Mentor pupils on the King's Elite Athlete Programme (KEAP), supporting their athletic development and balance between academic commitments, training and competition.
• Foster a love of hockey among all pupils, regardless of experience or ability.
• Support the strategic development of hockey across the Senior Division and Junior Division.
• Take a lead in school fixtures, hosting tournaments, festivals and holiday camps.
• Liaise with national governing bodies, local clubs and representative programmes to support player progression.