Lead Hockey Coach

Job Title: Lead Hockey Coach

Location: Macclesfield

Salary: £24,848 per year

Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking to appoint a dedicated and dynamic Lead Hockey Coach to join our highly successful and forward-thinking Sports Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a thriving school environment that values both sporting excellence and participation for all.

The Role:

Working under the direction of the Head of Hockey and Director of Sport, you will deliver high-quality hockey coaching across all age groups, including performance-level players up to 1st XI standard. The role offers the chance to contribute to a well-established and ambitious hockey programme within a school known for its strong sporting tradition.

• Activity Level: This position involves approximately 25 hours per week of hockey-related activity, with the potential for additional coaching in other sports.
• Schedule: Working hours will vary across the year and include after-school sessions and Saturday fixtures during term time.
• Start Date: The start date is September 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality hockey coaching sessions across all year groups.
• Support fixtures, training, and after-school sessions, including independent supervision.
• Assist with the organisation and management of Saturday home fixtures.
• Contribute to PE lessons and Games programmes, including in the Junior Division.
• Support the planning and development of the school's hockey programme, from participation to elite performance.
• Ensure all activities meet safeguarding and health & safety requirements.
• Build and maintain links with local clubs and feeder schools.

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual who:

• Holds an England Hockey Sessional Coach qualification (Level 2) or higher (or equivalent experience).
• Has experience coaching hockey to a high standard, ideally including performance-level players.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work both independently and as part of a team.
• Is passionate about developing young people through sport.
• Experience or knowledge of additional sports would be advantageous.

About the School:

The King's School is a leading independent school with a strong reputation for academic and sporting excellence. Located on an impressive 80-acre campus in Prestbury, the school benefits from outstanding, state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Multiple floodlit all-weather hockey pitches.
• Modern Sports Centre with swimming pool and multi-sport hall.
• Extensive outdoor pitches and professional-grade training areas.

Salary & Benefits:

• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
• Strong commitment to professional development.
• Fee remission for children of staff (subject to conditions).
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

Safeguarding:

The King's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 18th May 2026. Interviews: To be held later that week.

How to Apply:

Please click APPLY to be re-directed to our Careers page to complete our online application form.

Candidates with previous job titles and experience of; Hockey Coach, Hockey Lead, School Hockey Coach, or PE Coach - Hockey, will also be considered for this role.