Girls' Hockey Coach

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Part Time

Salary: Wycliffe Coaching Scale £14.91 - 24.85ph + Holiday

Expires: 15th December 2022 10:00 AM

Start Date: 29th August 2023

We are currently looking for an experienced and inspirational hockey coach to deliver our outstanding hockey programme across all Key Stages; enhancing the provision of the game in school for pupils of all abilities, developing a pathway for talented players and running an extensive fixture list.

A bit about you:

With a minimum Level 1 qualification in Coaching Hockey and a passion for the game, you will have experience of coaching juniors either in a club or school setting and a good understanding of the tactics and strategies of competitive hockey. You will be a good team-player with the skill to encourage our young people in a culture of fair play, boost their individual confidence and raise positive sports’ spirit.

A bit about us:

Wycliffe is a thriving day and boarding school for boys and girls aged from 3 to 18, set within the heart of the Cotswolds. Children join our Nursery Class from 3+ years. The Nursery offers a stimulating and safe environment, within the beautiful grounds of the Preparatory School, for children to start their first steps to learning. Our stand-alone Preparatory School is for children aged from 4+ to 13 years, where they can flourish and where they are encouraged to do their best. Wycliffe is an ideal destination for pupils who want all the advantages of a contemporary environment in a beautiful rural location. Wycliffe successfully blends the best of the traditional and modern. The school has excellent links to London both by road and rail and is close to the amenities offered in Cheltenham, Bristol and Bath. At Wycliffe, we value tradition, embrace modernity and respect individuality. Wycliffe accepts pupils with a wide range of abilities and rejoices in their individual successes. Pupils and staff are valued for who they are; diversity is celebrated.

A bit about the role:

This is a temporary position offered on a part-time basis for the Autumn 2022/23 term. Working hours are 12.30pm – 5.30pm Monday to Friday (25 hours per week) with flexibility required for Saturday matches depending on published fixtures.

Pay (Wycliffe Coaching Scale): £14.91 – £24.85ph depending on level of coaching qualification.

Other benefits available include:

• contributory pension scheme

• cycle to work scheme

• free meals during school term-time

• free use of gym, sports facilities, and swimming pool at certain times

• training and development opportunities

• free on-site parking

• subsidised coffee-shop

Closing date: 15th December 2022

Interviews: Early January 2023

Safeguarding Statement:

Wycliffe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check is required before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer.