Performance Development Head Coach (2XI Lead)

Performance Development Head Coach (2XI Lead)

Edinburgh University Men's Hockey Club

Details

Closing date: 18 June 2025
Location: Peffermill Playing Fields, Edinburgh
Region: Scotland
Employment type: Part Time
Salary: £6000 on a self-employed basis

Description

This is an exciting opportunity to work with talented athletes competing in BUCS Scotland 1 & 2, Scottish Hockey Regional League 1 & 2, as well as BUCS and District Cups. Applicants should have experience in playing or coaching hockey at a high level and possess strong player management skills.

Applicants should be dedicated and capable of promoting and maintaining high standards within the squad. Coaching applicants must have obtained a Scottish Hockey Level 2 Coaching Qualification (or equivalent) and have a genuine interest in the personal development of athletes within a performance environment.

This part-time role involves leading two training sessions per week (planned by the Head of Performance Hockey, Neil Allan), assisted by an Assistant Coach. The coach will also serve as the match day lead for most 2XI matches in Scottish Hockey (Saturdays; Regional League 1) and BUCS (Wednesdays; Scotland 1), where available.

Benefits include one piece of PlayerLayer kit, student-priced Sport & Exercise membership, access to development opportunities via the Coaching & Volunteering Academy, financial support for coaching qualifications, and other benefits listed on the Sport Union Website.