Job Description

Salary

actual 12,555 per annum (Full Time Equivalent 35,000)

Contractual hours

16

Basis

Part Time

Region

Bournemouth

Job category/type

Support Staff

Date posted

10/10/2025

Job reference

REQ004048

Start:

February 2026

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract to August 2026

Hours:

16 hours a week over worked over 3 days, term time only (38 working weeks)

Salary:

actual 12,555 per annum (Full Time Equivalent 35,000)

Closing Date:

Midnight Sunday 2nd November 2025

Avonbourne Boys' and Girls' Academies have gone from strength to strength since joining United Learning in August 2019. Avonbourne Boys' achieved an OUTSTANDING OFSTED rating in our inspection in November 2023 and Avonbourne Girls' was graded OUTSTANDING in all categories in our October 2024 inspection!

Avonbourne Academies is a vibrant and forward-thinking educational community committed to providing high-quality opportunities for all students. We believe in developing not just academic excellence, but also character, confidence, and a lifelong passion for sport and physical activity.

About the role

We are excited to launch a

brand-new Cricket Academy

for both boys and girls and are seeking an

enthusiastic and well-qualified Lead Cricket Coach

to develop and lead this programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a high-quality cricket provision within the school community and nurture talent at all levels.

This part-time position is ideal for a motivated coach who wants to make a meaningful impact, inspiring students and building a cricketing culture from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver an inclusive and ambitious cricket coaching programme for boys and girls across different age groups. Lead structured coaching sessions and organise competitive fixtures. Identify and support students with the potential to progress to county or professional pathways. Work collaboratively with PE staff and school leadership to embed cricket into the wider sports offer. Promote participation, engagement, and excellence in cricket for all students, regardless of background or ability. Ensure safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety standards are met at all times. Build external links with local clubs, governing bodies, and talent pathways where appropriate.

About you

The successful candidate will have:

ECB Level 2 Cricket Coaching qualification (minimum); Level 3 or equivalent desirable. Experience coaching young people in a school, club, or academy setting. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire. A genuine passion for developing cricket opportunities for both boys and girls.

We can offer you

:the opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new cricket programme an excellent working environment with excellent facilities and equipment a supportive and forward-thinking school environment the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team one personal day every academic year access to the Local Government Pension Scheme -

Avonbourne contribute 23.6% each month on top of your contribution!

occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family access to our health care cash planand rewards scheme after six months service. continuous Professional Development options that will be tailored to your needs. competitive maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.


Avonbourne Academies are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor a VISA application for this particular role as it is not one of the shortage occupations listed on the UK Governments website at this current time.

Note -

We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their application as soon as possible. No further applications will be accepted once closed.

For more information

To apply, please complete the online application form.

For more information about this role please contact:

recruitment@avonbourneacademy.org.uk

Closing date for applications:

Midnight Sunday 2nd November 2025

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