Director of Cricket

Director of Cricket Location: Brighton and Hove Working Pattern: Full-Time Salary: MPS Contract Type: Permanent Application Deadline: Tuesday, 1st April 2025 About Us Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) is seeking to appoint a Director of Cricket to lead the next phase of development of the Academy’s cricket program, building on the success achieved in the 11 years since its establishment. This exciting opportunity has arisen following the successful appointment of Alexia Walker, who has been involved with the programme from the outset and who has been instrumental in establishing and growing the provision to the current date, to be the Coach for the Sussex Cricket’s Women team. BACA has been recognised by "The Cricketer "magazine for the past five consecutive years as being in the top 100 cricket schools in the country, one of only a small number of state schools to achieve that accolade. Through this period, BACA has had a partnership with Sussex Cricket who recognise it as its state school of choice. All of this is enhanced by BACA’s modern buildings and facilities in both the main school and the Sir Rod Aldridge Cricket Centre (SRACC) which also houses state of the art cricket facilities.  The cricket program consists of a Junior Cricket Pathway (JCP) for students in years 7 – 11 (aged 11 to 16) and the Aldridge Cricket Academy (ACA) for students in years 12 – 13 (sixth form aged 16 to 18). Currently there are 68 students across these programs who receive allocated time within the school day for individualised cricket and strength and conditioning training, support in areas such as nutrition, mental health in sport and careers, competitive fixtures, opportunities to play indoors and outdoors and overseas tours. This solid foundation provides the new Director of Cricket an exciting opportunity to build on the success of the last 11 years. By continuing to deliver and grow the excellent provision already in place for all cricket students, alongside potential developments that are likely to include the opportunities for girls’ cricket and supporting the development of the partnership with the University of Brighton as they develop their own cricket program from September 2025.  The successful candidate will bring a balance of cricket and coaching expertise, leadership and collaboration, operational skills and experience and partnership development. They will be deeply invested in the opportunity that the program provides for the students who are part of the cricket academy and as part of the wider BACA vision, expressed through the motto “Believe You Can”.  Job Description The postholder will be an experienced cricket player and coach with a strong track record of leadership and collaboration. Building on the success of the last 11 years, they will deliver and develop the cricket provision for cricket students through the next exciting phase.  The Cricket Team currently consists of the Director of Cricket, an Assistant Head Coach, the Strength and Conditioning coach and assistant coaches. The Director of Cricket is required to: Work in close partnership with colleagues in Aldridge Education Trust and the BACA Cricket Committee (including representatives from Aldridge Foundation and Sussex Cricket) to deliver the cricket program within the budget envelope agreed. Work with the Academy Leadership Team to support the wider Academy aims and objectives. Provide leadership to students and staff, take responsibility for achievement and standards and ensure that students achieve aspirational targets and develop in all aspects of their wider Academy experience. Benefits: Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you! Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits. Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it. Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered. Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here Earn rewards by bringing them on board! Completing the application Candidates will need to create an account and are asked to complete all the standard information required on the application form. Please also address the mission alignment and capacity to meet the requirements of the Essential and Desirable criteria of the Person Specification and Job Description. CVs are not accepted as part of the application process.  We regret to inform you that Every HR Application portal is not compatible with mobile or tablet devices. A laptop or desktop computer is required to access the portal. We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date. The advert may be closed at any time