Job Description

Salary

13.92 per hour (inc. 1.50 holiday pay) - 23 (inc. 2.34 holiday pay) per hour

Contractual hours

0

Basis

Part time

Package

20 Holiday Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
3% Employer Pension Contribution into NEST Pension Scheme

Date posted

14/07/2025

Job reference

RR00000700

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About

the role

As a Basketball Coach, you'll be responsible for the planning, delivery, and organisation of high-quality Basketball coaching sessions for students enrolled in the course at the College, in partnership with the Sheffield Elite Academy. The role involves working collaboratively to develop student athletes, both technically and personally, supporting progression into elite sport, further education, or employment.

Main Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, safe, and progressive Basketball coaching sessions to students aged 16-19. Plan and coordinate weekly training schedules, fixtures, and competitive games in collaboration with Sheffield Elite Academy staff and The Sheffield College curriculum team. Monitor player development, performance, and welfare, ensuring holistic support for each student-athlete. Contribute to player reviews, individual development plans (IDPs), and ensure progress is regularly tracked and recorded. Support the academic and pastoral development of students by working closely with college staff. Organise and manage travel, equipment, and logistics for training and match days. Promote professionalism, discipline, and a positive team culture among players. Attend relevant meetings, CPD opportunities, and represent the programme positively at internal and external events. Comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity policies of The Sheffield College.


If you want to find out more about the role please contactEd Kinsey, Curriculum Manager - Ed.Kinsey@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered an hourly rate of between 13.92 - 23, depending on duties performed.

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with Nest - 3% Annual leave - 20 Days (148 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer + Employee assistance programme through Bupa
+ Occupational Health through PAM
+ Free eye tests for VDU users
Free Parking is available at majority of our campuses


Further information can be found on our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we're pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply:

Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.ukCVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 24th August 2025

Please be aware - If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy