Job Description

School

Cranleigh School

Salary

Competitive, commensurate with experience.

Working hours

Full time

Application Deadline

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Job Summary

Cranleigh School seeks an outstanding and ambitious

Director of Hockey

to lead one of the most successful and respected school hockey programmes in the UK. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven and experienced coach to shape the next generation of players while sustaining Cranleigh's record of national success.


Cranleigh is renowned for its commitment to excellence in sport, and hockey is at the heart of that tradition. The school has achieved multiple national indoor and outdoor titles and continues to produce players for Talent Academies, National Age Group Squads, and international teams.


The successful candidate will bring both strategic vision and hands-on coaching expertise. You will oversee the delivery of an inclusive, inspiring, and high-performing hockey programme for girls and boys, ensuring that every pupil can thrive - from first-time players to elite athletes.


You will coach and manage the 1st XI teams, lead the indoor hockey programme, and guide the development of high-potential athletes through individual coaching and our scholarship pathway. Alongside this, you'll mentor staff, coordinate fixtures and tours, and help shape the school's broader sporting culture in collaboration with the Director of Sport.


This role demands energy, organisation, and a genuine passion for the game. Cranleigh offers outstanding facilities, a collaborative sports department, and excellent opportunities for professional growth.


A teaching role may be available for suitably qualified candidates. Accommodation may also be available.


For further details please see the job description below:


To apply, please click on the yellow 'Apply Now' button in the top right corner.


Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application (no more than one side of A4), and supported by a full CV (via the 'Apply now' button on the website) as soon as possible and no later than

9:00 am Wednesday 19

th

November 2025.

Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.

Job Profile

About us

Cranleigh aims to educate children in a truly holistic sense, providing every opportunity for pupils to discover and nurture their talents and passions. We want every pupil in our care to flourish. Above all, we want Cranleighans to go out into the world as Thinking, Being, Giving individuals.


Thinking: reflects our style of teaching which aims to provide pupils with a questioning mindset and the skills to think and problem solve. Being: is who we are and how we are. Our culture aims to nurture in pupils the core human qualities that enable communities to thrive and support one another Giving: is our hope that Cranleighans grow to recognise their privilege and go out into the world ready to give back and help to create meaningful change.





Our core values of service, leadership, relationships and excellence underpin all elements of boarding life and education. In the classroom, on the sports field, in the rehearsal studios and creative spaces, we uphold a desire to nurture students with a sense of self-belief supported by a strong moral compass.

SERVICE

We encourage an attitude of service to each other and to our wider community. We recognise our privileges and our responsibility to give back.

RELATIONSHIPS

We foster strong relationships in our inclusive boarding community. We believe children flourish in safe, supportive environments.

LEADERSHIP

We nurture a spirit of openness, integrity and thoroughness in everything we do, equipping Cranleighans with the knowledge and skills to make a mark on the world. We endeavour to be viewed as leaders in holistic boarding education.

EXCELLENCE

We strive for excellence in everything we do, and aspire to be recognised for our educational vision and the personal qualities of our students.

Contact Details

If you have any questions about this role, or wish to discuss please contact us by email at

recruiting@cranleigh.org

or by telephone on

01483 542128