Head of Netball

JOB OVERVIEW

Notre Dame School has a thriving sports department and excellent sports facilities including a full-size all-weather pitch, 4 netball courts, a swimming pool, 2 sports halls, fields and a fitness suite. Sport is taught across the age and ability range to A Level, and extra-curricular sports are popular with a wide range of clubs, practices and fixtures being offered each week, led either by teaching staff or specialist coaches.

We are looking to expand the team and are seeking a Head of netball (with responsibility for another sport in the summer term)

THE PERSON

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished participant in sport who has energy, enthusiasm and a genuine passion for inspiring young people. Experience of coaching sport across the age range is essential as is a relevant coaching qualification

THE ROLE

This person will play an important role in the coaching of sport in the school and will work closely with the PE Staff to support or lead after school sports sessions.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A sports person with experience of coaching netball and ideally another discipline such as biathlon, football, gymnastics, athletics
• Experience of organising extra-curricular activities
• Planning and leading well-structured after school sports sessions
• Umpiring fixtures on Wednesdays after school at either home or away fixtures.
  
• Willingness and flexibility to be actively involved in the management of equipment and facilities
• Responsibility for agreeing regular fixtures, tournaments and venues for their sport in conjunction with the Director of Sport
• Increase the profile of their sport amongst children and parents.

Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.  In accordance with KCSIE requirements we will contact referees and obtain references prior to interview.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a completed application as soon as possible. The School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, if a suitable candidate presents themself.