Closing date: 30 November 2026
Location: Leicester
Region: East Midlands
Employment type: Other
Salary: £20 per hour
Description
About the role
Team Leicester is looking for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified Netball Coach to support the University of Leicester Netball Club. The club has a large and varied programme comprising: 5 BUCS teams 2 local league teams Development teams The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality coaching across the club, working with players of different abilities and levels of competitive experience.
Key responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, structured netball training sessions.
- Coach across BUCS, local league and development teams as required.
- Adapt sessions to suit different levels of ability and experience.
- Support player development and a positive training environment.
- Support teams on home matchdays where available.
- Work collaboratively with the club committee and Sport & Active Life.
- Provide clear session plans for training sessions they are unable to attend, enabling the club to maintain continuity across the week.
- Promote a positive, inclusive and enjoyable environment for all players.
- Work within Team Leicester expectations relating to welfare, safeguarding, health and safety and student experience.
Qualifications and experience
- Holds a minimum Level 2 Netball coaching qualification, or current equivalent.
- Has experience planning and delivering structured netball sessions.
- Is confident coaching players with different levels of ability and experience.
- Is organised, reliable and communicates effectively.
- Has a positive approach to player development and student sport.
- Experience of university, club or competitive netball would be beneficial, but isn't essential.
Availability: Monday - 18:00–22:00 Friday - 20:00–22:00 Sunday - 14:00–16:00 Home matchdays - Any availability between 14:00–21:00
We recognise that applicants may not be able to commit to every session, so we would still be very interested in hearing from coaches who can consistently cover the full Monday 18:00–22:00 session. Additional availability on Fridays, Sundays and home matchdays would be welcomed. Where the coach isn't available for a particular training session, we would like them to provide an appropriate session plan to support delivery by others. What we're looking for: We're looking for someone who can bring enthusiasm, knowledge and structure to the Netball programme while building positive relationships with our student players. The role would suit a coach who enjoys working across different standards of netball and can provide consistent, well-planned coaching throughout the season.
Netball Coach in Leicester employer: Colleges Sport Limited
Join RUMS Rugby, where you can immerse yourself in the rich history of the United Hospitals Cup and contribute to a vibrant university sports culture. We offer a supportive environment that values enthusiasm and teamwork, alongside opportunities for personal growth through coaching diverse skill levels. With competitive matches and a commitment to fostering respect and enjoyment in rugby, this part-time role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of student athletes.
