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Netball Coach (Part-Time)

Location: Haberdashers’ Girls’ School, Elstree
Hours: Part-time, flexible hours based on fixture schedule
(Monday–Thursday 3.00–5.30pm, Wednesday 2.00–5.30pm, Friday: 3:00pm-4:00pm plus fixtures on Saturdays)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: A competitive salary, based on experience

Haberdashers’ Girls’ School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Netball Coach to support and develop our successful Netball programme. Working with pupils aged 11–18, you’ll play a key role in nurturing talent, promoting participation, and delivering high-quality coaching across a wide range of abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coach a range of netball squads across different age groups and abilities (11–18), supporting the Head of Netball.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of fixtures, including uploading match details to SOCs and liaising with the Sports Administrator.
• Drive the school minibus and accompany teams to away fixtures and competitions.
• Support games sessions and staff development, ensuring a consistent approach to player development across the school.
• Contribute to pre-season training camps and attend major netball tours, as required.
• Build strong relationships with local clubs and feeder schools to support talent pathways.
• Be available for national cup competitions, including occasional Saturdays.
• Lead by example and support the ongoing development of other coaching staff.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Level 1 Netball Coaching Certificate
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience coaching across a variety of age groups and abilities
• Skilled at creating fun, inclusive, and engaging sessions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally

Personal Attributes

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and positive
• Adaptable and open to change
• Articulate, professional, and well-presented
• Patient, approachable, and supportive
• A team player with a genuine passion for netball and youth development

If you are excited about inspiring the next generation of netballers and working in a supportive and ambitious environment, we would love to hear from you.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary, based on experience
• Private Pension Scheme through Aegon
• Additional life insurance cover
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice
• Extensive professional development training opportunities
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Free onsite parking and access to travel on the schools extensive coach network
• Free access to state-of-the-art sports facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes
• Wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks
• Access to an online GP service, providing quick and convenient healthcare advice
• Access to Vivup, the staff benefits platform, featuring discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources

Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy sooner, please apply as soon as possible. Bottom of Form

Haberdashers’ Girls School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.