Job Description

Salary

Competitive

Contractual hours

0

Basis

Zero Hours

Region

Kingston Upon Thames

Job category/type

Physical Education

Date posted

03/09/2025

Job reference

REQ003787

Hockey Coach

Start Date: October 2025

Tenure: Casual

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of hockey players? Surbiton High School is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Hockey Coach to join our thriving sports department and contribute to the continued success of our Hockey Programme.

As a Hockey Coach, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality coaching across a range of age groups and abilities--from beginners to scholars--helping pupils develop their skills, confidence and love for the game. You'll be part of a supportive and energetic team, working in a school that competes at County, Regional and National level.

What You'll Be Doing

Coaching pupils across a variety of age groups and skill levels Leading teams and supporting pupils at training sessions and fixtures Providing feedback and guidance to support individual development Assisting with the day-to-day running of the Hockey Programme Ensuring equipment and facilities are safe and ready for use Supporting events and potentially coaching at our Preparatory Schools

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

Holds a Level 1 or Level 2 Hockey Coaching qualification Has played hockey at a high level and ideally has experience coaching in schools Can confidently manage squads of varying abilities in dynamic environments Brings excellent communication, planning and organisational skills Is passionate about hockey and committed to pupil development Has a positive, energetic approach and enjoys working as part of a team

Why Join Us?

Surbiton High School is a vibrant independent girls' day school where sport is a key part of school life. Our Hockey Programme is designed to foster a lifelong love of the sport, and we're proud of the opportunities we offer our pupils to excel and grow

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of hockey at Surbiton High School, we'd love to hear from you.

Please refer to the and Person Specification for further details. Surbiton High School is culturally diverse and fully committed to celebrating and respecting inclusion and diversity throughout our community. Surbiton High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and online/social media searches. Please note that the School reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

For any queries relating to the role or your application, please email

recruitment@surbitonhigh.com