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BUCS Hockey Coach

Wrexham University Hockey Teams Wrexham
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Wrexham University Men's and Women's Hockey teams are looking for a coach to help develop and lead them throughout the BUCS season!

Job Title: Hockey Coach

Reports to: Student Opportunities Coordinator at Wrexham Students' Union (WSU)

Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Field Hockey Coach to lead our Men's and/or Women's teams to success. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing the skills and abilities of our student athletes, promoting sportsmanship and teamwork, and creating a positive team environment. You will be brought in as an independent contractor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement game plans and strategies
  • Conduct training sessions to improve team skills
  • Lead the team to competitions and tournaments
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest sports regulations, coaching techniques and strategies

Required Qualification(s):

  • Minimum two years coaching hockey at high-school level or above (i.e., higher education or over 18s club).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of field hockey rules, strategies, and techniques
  • Familiarity with BUCS General and Sports Specific Regulations for Hockey

Desirable Qualification(s):

  • Minimum Level 2 Hockey Coaching Certificate (FIH)
  • First Aid at Work
  • Sports First Aid
  • Degree in a related field (e.g., sports management, sports/exercise science, PE, etc...)
  • Safeguarding
  • Minimum Level 1 Umpire
  • Proficiency in Welsh language

Location: 

  • Wrexham University AstroTurf pitch (LL11 2AW) for home fixtures and training.
  • Travel to away fixtures (including: Chester, Liverpool, Keele, Manchester...). Transportation via hired buses arranged and paid for by WSU.

Salary/Hours:

  • Payment in instalments (to be paid out in December and March)
  • Wage depending on contracted hours per week and experience
  • Start Date – 23 September 2024 (ideal) 
  • Team training sessions are Monday and Thursday afternoons (starting 23/9/2024). We would need a commitment of minimum one day per week (excluding half-term and Bank Holidays).
  • Fixtures take place on Wednesdays from October-March. Coach attendance at fixtures is ideal.

Benefits:

  • Mileage expenses paid if travelling to away fixtures in your own vehicle
  • Official coaching attire available to purchase 
  • Further development opportunities subsidised by the SU
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How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for the role, or have questions and want to find out more, please email Ariana Bradshaw, Student Opportunties Coordinator at Wrexham Students Union: ariana.bradshaw@wrexham.ac.uk.

If you are applying, please provide a brief statement with why you would like to be considered, evidence of any qualifications you have (including coaching, officiating, first aid, etc...) that may be relevant to the role. 

Please also provide a copy of your CV.

 

Thank you! :)

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