Are you passionate about netball and shaping young athletes into champions?

We are looking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Head of Netball, covering a period of Maternity, to lead and develop the Netball programme across both the Prep and Senior School.

Hurst has a strong netball history and is a major sport for all pupils in the Lent term. Experienced coaches run training sessions four to five times a week plus a competitive fixture card.

Students have access to brilliant facilities the College boasts nine outdoor Netball courts and one indoor court.

Our 1st VII, U16A, U15A and U14A all participate in a National Cup and the National School Competition. Our 2nd VII, U16B, U15B, U14B all play in the Sussex Cup. We enter and host SISNA (Sussex Independent School Netball Association) here at the College for all age groups, including U13 and U12 year groups. Our U11, U12 and U13 all compete in the annual IAPS National Tournaments. We have been to the National Finals for the last 10 years and are proud to represent the South. This is an ongoing ambition for us.

The Head of Netball is a visible and active role within the College community, providing motivational leadership to the Netball programme and contributing to the vision for Hurst Sport.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven coaching experience from Prep to Senior School, Including working with elite players.
• England Netball level 2 coaching qualification or above.
• C award in umpiring
• Sport related degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to coach other sports is highly desirable.

We offer an extensive CPD programme, including fully funded opportunities for ambitious candidates to attain, and progress through nationally recognised qualifications for coaching and umpiring in a range of sports.

Additional benefits:

• Free lunches are available during term time
• Free on-site parking.
• Membership of the College’s contributory pension scheme with The Pensions Trust.
• Child care vouchers and BUPA private medical scheme.
• Free use of extensive health and leisure facilities – library, gym and swimming pool

If you’re ready to make a positive impact on young athletes’ lives and foster a love for netball, apply now to join our vibrant team.

Hurstpierpoint College 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 and the Disclosure and Barring Service.