Netball Pathway Coaches (Head Coach & Assistant Coach)
Rate: Hourly sessional rates
Engagement: casual zero hour contract
Working Arrangements: On site
We are currently recruiting for Nottingham Forest Netball Coaches across all our age groups (NSL, Reserve, U19, U17 & U15). The role includes coaching, planning and administration across the groups.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- To act as a Head Coach/Assistant coach for the programme in both training environments & competitive fixtures.
- Support with the implementation of the vision and culture of the Nottingham Forest Netball Pathway.
- To work with the various coaches across the pathway in creating high performance environments enabling each athlete to develop their technical, tactical, physical and psychological competences.
- To work closely with the Pathway Head Coach & Sport Science Sports Medicine team to support delivery of a high quality periodised training and competition programmes for targeted players.
Learning Opportunities
- Work with and learn from high performance coaches across the England Netball Player Pathway and Nottingham Forest Netball pathway.
- CPD opportunities & workshops provided by England Netball and external stakeholders
General
Ensure you act as a positive role model, ambassador and advocate for the sport, Nottingham Forest and England Netball, at all times.
Respect and promote the spirit and intentions of England Netball’s Safeguarding and Protecting Young People policy adopted by Nottingham Forest Netball.
Actively role model England Netball Equality Policy ensuring it is at the forefront of how we work.
Undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time that are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of Nottingham Forest Netball.
Ensuring at all times Nottingham Forest Netball is presented in an appropriate and professional manner.
Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
Education / Qualifications
- UKCC Level 2 (E) and above
Experience
Experience of coaching netball within a performance environment (E)
Experience of working with athletes aged between 14-19 within a performance environment (D)
Excellent athlete management experience (D)
Experience of planning & implementing a high-performance program (D)
Skills / Abilities / Knowledge
An ability to inspire individuals, build trust and a create a positive & ambitious team culture (E)
- An ability to balance Nottingham Forest Netball responsibilities with other commitments (E)
- An ability to work in a team (E)
An ability to articulate tactical changes and technical improvements to athletes in a pressurised situation in a concise and meaningful manner (D)
- Knowledge of HUDL and Performance Analysis (D)
An understanding of Roses Development Framework (E)
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people (E)
Personal Attributes
Passionate about netball
Excellent communication and people skills
- Able to build relationships and work in partnership with others
Organised, adaptable and innovative
- Integrity, honesty, trust and respect
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.
An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.
- Department
- Forest Netball
- Locations
- The City Ground
Netball Pathway Coaches (Head Coach & Assistant Coach)
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