Salary: £25.55 p.h.

Contract: Fixed term, part time from 21/08/2025 to 10/04/2026

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 at 9am

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 9th June 2025

We are looking for an experienced part-time coach to coach our College basketball teams, both men’s and women’s. This involves working as a single coach alongside the team captain, running pre-season trials, team coaching and selecting squads. The teams play in AoC Sport leagues and Cup as well as Regional tournaments and National Finals.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic coach to lead our Men's Team to a high level of performance while also supporting the continued development of our growing Women's Team, who achieved an impressive 5th place at last year's National Finals.

The successful applicant must hold a minimum Level 2 coaching qualification and possess a full driving licence held for at least two years, with no more than three penalty points. Driving a minibus to weekly fixtures is a key part of the role and full training will be provided if necessary. Additionally, candidates must hold a current First Aid at Work certificate (or an equivalent qualification). If this is not already in place, the successful applicant will be required to complete the necessary training upon appointment.

The post is a fixed–term contract starting on 21^st August 2025 and to 10^th April 2026. However, if the season extends into the summer term, then payment will be made for the additional sessions.

The Sport Department at Hills Road Sixth Form College is highly successful. It works in a supportive environment which values academic as well as sporting excellence. There are three members of teaching staff delivering A level Physical Education, two support staff and a further 11 part time staff that contribute to the delivery of the College Sports and Enrichment programmes. The College has a strong sporting tradition and runs very successful teams in all major games. Whilst striving for sporting excellence the Department fully supports sport equity and encourages all students, irrespective of gender and ability, to realise their full potential. The Department offers a wide variety of sporting activities as part of the Enrichment programme, so that the elite and social player are equally provided for.