At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver coaching sessions to help student athletes reach their potential.
- Company: Durham University, committed to inclusivity and support for all applicants.
- Benefits: Earn £17.16 per hour with flexible hours and a chance to inspire others.
- Other info: Ongoing recruitment with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in students' sporting journeys.
- Qualifications: Experience in coaching any sport and a passion for helping others grow.
The predicted salary is between 17.16 - 17.16 £ per hour.
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so, and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on e.recruitment@durham.ac.uk.
The Durham University Student Experience is currently looking to recruit a number of sports coaches for the 2026/2027 academic year. We’re building a coaching team with strengths across multiple sports, and we’re open to coaches from any sporting background. Whether you specialise in team sports or individual performance, we’re interested in the experience and passion you bring. If you’re committed to helping people grow through sport, you’ll fit right in. Job hours and work pattern will be directly agreed with the Hiring Manager.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and deliver coaching sessions to student athletes/teams to improve their performance and help them achieve their full potential.
- Evaluate performance and provide suitable feedback.
- Assess strengths and weaknesses in the student athlete’s/team’s performance and identify areas for further development.
- Encourage participants to gain and develop skills, knowledge and techniques.
- Liaise with the relevant Hiring Manager to coordinate support service provision for individual athletes, clubs and teams.
- Ensure that student athletes train and perform in line with health and safety regulations at all times.
- Support student athlete recruitment by meeting with identified prospective students and acting as an ambassador for Durham University Sport.
- Provide sport‑specific knowledge to support the University in building external, sport‑specific partnerships.
- Provide sport‑specific knowledge to assist the University in purchasing equipment.
- Where required, play for the Durham team in sport of expertise, as directed by the relevant Head Coach.
To apply for the role please complete the online application process uploading a copy of your resume and covering letter. If you have any queries about your application or the role, please contact david.j.coldwell@durham.ac.uk.
Please note that the successful applicant will require DBS disclosure.
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