Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint a new Hockey Coach to join the sports department from September 2025. This is a full-time post, working directly with pupils and a thriving and well-respected sports programme.
Guided by our Director of Hockey, the coaching role is pivotal in providing sporting support for pupils at every stage of the performance pathway.
Other roles and responsibilities to include:
- To work alongside the Director of Hockey to assist in the implementation of school hockey.
- To take control of a team and support their journey throughout the term.
- To assist in the organisation of regular pre-season training and tours at all levels.
- To assist in a co-ordinated approach of hockey development.
- To assist in the running of school and marketing events to the hockey community.
- Strengthen the links between Dean Close and outside clubs.
- To offer extensive 1:1 coaching both during term time and all other times when required.
The successful candidate will come from a strong Playing and/or Coaching background in Hockey, and possess the knowledge and experience of being able to umpire and coach and support students from a variety of playing backgrounds and experiences in Hockey.
Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustment are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
For further details please see the attached job description or contact our recruitment team on 01242 258 000 or recruitment@deanclose.org.uk for with your query.
Internal applicants
Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.
The Foundation
Dean Close Foundation is a growing, vibrant and diverse family of independent schools and nurseries, uniting around a shared vision and set of values. These spring from the origins of Dean Close School, which was founded in 1886 in memory of Dean Francis Close, Rector of Cheltenham and educational philanthropist. The Christian ethos of that original school continues today where the aim is that every child should be given the opportunities to flourish, underpinned by its core values of courage, contribution and love which are the guiding principles behind its educational vision. The Foundation currently has five schools and six nurseries within its group, creating a strong community that can share best practice, resources and a secure future.
Dean Close Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
