At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead men's performance programme, including training, player selection, and match day coaching.
- Company: Sheffield Hockey Club is one of the oldest hockey clubs in the UK, known for elite performance.
- Benefits: Salary circa £30 per hour plus travel expenses, with 8-10 hours per week during the season.
- Other info: Training sessions are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, with university squad training on Mondays.
- Why this job: Opportunity to develop players for national and international competitions, including Olympic pathways.
- Qualifications: Must be a fully qualified coach with experience at National League or Regional Premier level.
The predicted salary is between 30 - 30 £ per hour.
Hours: 8-10 hours per week during the season – Evenings & Weekends
Salary: Circa £30 per hour plus travel expenses
Sheffield Hockey Club (SHC) Overview
SHC is one of the oldest hockey clubs in the country and is proud to be one of the premier clubs in the North of England providing an outstanding hockey experience from participation through to elite performance. We currently run seven male, five female and one mixed development league teams. Our men’s 1st XI play in the EHL North Conference. We are very proud to have produced and developed a number of players who have gone on to play for the home nations as well as in the Olympic Games for Team GB. We have a successful Youth section with over 280 boys and girls aged 5 to 16 and part of the first cohort of clubs to achieve England Hockey Talent Centre status back in 2022 in recognition of the quality of our youth hockey development programme. We’re also the host club of the England Hockey Talent Academy for the Yorkshire Region.
Our club has three important strengths:
- Firstly, our excellent youth section, introducing hockey to hundreds of children from all backgrounds and developing them for a lifetime in the sport.
- Secondly, our elite performance teams, playing at a high level and receiving top quality coaching and resources.
- Thirdly, we strive to make every single member’s experience better year-on-year.
The Role
You will lead our men’s performance programme, covering our first and second teams, who currently compete in the National League and Yorkshire & North-East Premier respectively. From pre-season training, player selection to match day coaching, this all-encompassing coaching role will require you to lead all elements of the coaching and development programme for our men’s performance squads alongside supporting player pathway development for our talented youth and university players. Part of this role will also require you overseeing the coaching services the club provide to Sheffield Hallam University men’s first team. Training for the club performance squad takes place each Tuesday and Thursday evening, with training for the university squad on a Monday evening during term time. At the heart of this role will be to ensure our performance athletes have the right environment and support to be the best they can be both on and off the pitch.
What we’re looking for
You will be an experienced fully qualified coach with previous experience and a track record of coaching at National League or Regional Premier (or similar) level. You will be able to demonstrate outstanding technical knowledge of individual and team principles including techniques, tactics and coaching trends and ability to apply the demands of elite level performance within a talent development environment. As a strong communicator, who is energetic, positive, and nurturing, whilst still ambitious, visionary and challenging you will be able to demonstrate a track record of coaching adults and developing youth players, integrating them into a senior set-up at the highest level. This role will suit individuals who have a passion to deliver consistent and exceptional programmes. With a 'can do' attitude, you must be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
Provisional Interview Dates: W/C 6th July 2026
How to Apply
Application is via curriculum vitae and covering letter which must be submitted by the closing date detailed above to our Club Chair at: Steve.hipwell@hotmail.com.
Men’s National League Hockey - Head Coach in Sheffield employer: Sheffield Hockey Club
Sheffield Hockey Club, located in Sheffield, offers a rich history and a strong youth development programme. The club hosts the England Hockey Talent Academy and has produced players for Team GB. Join a passionate team dedicated to enhancing every member's experience.
