We are seeking an exceptional Girls Hockey Performance Manager who shares this vision and has the expertise, energy and commitment to lead and further develop a sector-leading girls’ hockey programme.

Working at Hurst

Hurst is one of Britain’s leading independent schools, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for both pupils and staff. With almost 1,300 pupils across our Senior and Prep Schools, we combine academic ambition with a strong sense of community and a rich co-curricular programme. With Pennthorpe School newly joining the Hurst family, it is an exciting time to be part of the team.

Hurst is a place of genuine momentum. From the classroom to the sports field, and the theatre to the boarding house, life here is rich, varied, and relentlessly rewarding. The College has invested significantly in its sporting infrastructure, providing high-quality grass and all-weather hockey facilities, strength and conditioning provision, medical and physiotherapy support, and access to an outstanding multi-sport performance environment.

Ours is a community that sets its sights on excellence, not as a destination, but as a daily habit. The people who thrive here are those who bring the same ambition, resilience, and commitment that we ask of our pupils.

You’ll enjoy working in a stunning rural setting while remaining well-connected. We’re just 20 minutes from the city and beaches of Brighton & Hove, and London is under an hour away by train.

This isn’t just a job. It’s a commitment to something bigger. For the right person, there is nowhere more exciting to be.

About this Role

In line with the vision for Sport at Hurst to maintain and build on the College’s strong tradition of participation and excellence in sport, all sports staff work Saturdays across all three terms in line with the programme of fixtures.

The Girls Hockey Performance Manager is the lead professional responsible for the strategic leadership and delivery of girls’ hockey across the Prep and Senior Schools.

The postholder will design, implement and review a long-term development pathway that supports mass participation, performance progression and high-level achievement. Working collaboratively within the Hockey Department and the wider Sport Team, the role plays a key part in maintaining coherence, consistency and excellence across the whole-College hockey programme.

What we Offer in Return

• Extensive wellbeing support
• Free lunches are available during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted BUPA health insurance
• Membership of the College’s contributory pension scheme
• Free use of extensive health and leisure facilities – library, gym and swimming pool

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.

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.