Job Description

BCU Women's Netball Coach (6hrs p/w)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To deliver BCU Women's Netball in conjunction with BCU Sport.

To oversee the planning, preparation and delivery of Women's Netball sessions, (including a complete training and games programme).

To coach BCU Women's Netball team(s) for all match days.

REPORTS TO:

BCU Sports Development Officer

MAIN DUTIES:

The post-holder will be expected to:

Plan and deliver coaching sessions for the players as part of their weekly training programme. Sessions are traditionally a Tuesday evening.

Deliver match day coaching (for both home and away games) and preparation for the selected squad as part of their BUCS league and cup fixtures

Plan, deliver and review individual player development sessions as required

Work collaboratively with programme staff in the relation to athlete welfare and medical services

Plan and deliver performance reviews with the players both individually and collectively focussing on the development of playing skills and game understanding

Provide holistic and ongoing education and support to the players athletes on performance development

Maintain a player database and other necessary record keeping and reporting for BCU or Netball England

Liaise with National Governing Bodies regarding any pathway athletes and their support services

Support the development, implementation and review of the 'compete' strand of the BCU Sport PACE model

Effectively communicate with players, other staff, senior staff and other stakeholders as requested

Undertake a planned programme of continuing professional development and mentoring, including attendance at internal and external meetings and courses

Any other duties as may reasonably be required, consistent with the grade of the post

General

1. Co-operate in any staff development activities required to effectively carry out the duties of the post and to participate in BCU Sport reviews and development schemes.

2. Compliance with all BCU policies and procedures.

3. Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements.

4. To promote a positive image of BCU.

5. Any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, which may be required from time to time including evening and weekend work.

Qualifications & Attainments

Experience of coaching University level players both experienced and new to the game

Minimum England Netball Level 1 Coaching Qualification

Evidence of relevant and continuing professional development

First Aid qualification (this can be arranged if required)

Experience/Knowledge

Knowledge and experience of coaching in environments focused on BUCS leagues and tournaments

An excellent understanding of Women's Netball, including managing student athletes and creating a positive and developmentally focussed environment,

Experience of strategic planning, implementation and monitoring of resource allocation within netball

Experience of working with student clubs and student players

A good understanding of how UK further and higher educational establishments operate, and sports development structures including AASE and TASS

A good understanding and experience of developing individual performance plans for players

Application Process

Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter (consisting of no more than 2 pages of A4 type print 10 or equivalent) outlining their relevant skills and why they would want to work in the role. Additionally, a CV may be provided which demonstrates their previous experience, qualifications, and their appropriateness for the role.

Monday 5th January 2026, full details of the online interview will be shared with candidates who are invited for the online interview during the week of 12th January 2026.

Applications should be sent to BCU Sport Development Officer, Harrison Jarrett - Harrison.jarrett2@bcu.ac.uk

Closing Date

Closing date for applications is 21st December 2026.

Online Interviews will take place during the week of 12th January 2026.

Should you have any questions or if you would like an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please email BCU Sport Development Officer Harrison Jarrett at Harrison.jarrett2@bcu.ac.uk

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00-25.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person