Bedford School: Performance Hockey Coach

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Hockey coaches at all experience levels to join our coaching team. Whether you are developing your skills or already have advanced coaching experience, we have roles that fit your expertise. The position will initially run for the Spring term (January to April), with potential for extension based on experience and performance. 
Successful candidates will bring a strong passion for hockey, either as a coach or player, and the drive to contribute effectively to a high-quality training program. Our school takes pride in its rich hockey tradition, motivated students, excellent facilities, and an ambitious coaching team aiming for excellence. 

We offer competitive pay aligned with a generous coaching scale, based on qualifications and experience.
Working Hours: Tuesday (1:30 to 4:15pm), Thursday (1:30 to 4:15pm) & Saturday (12:15 to 4:00pm). We are open to considering applicants who may not be available for all these sessions. 
Closing Date: 26 September 2025 
Interview Date:  TBC

Should you wish to discuss the role further, please contact Ian McGowan at imcgowan@bedfordschool.org.uk.
The 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 will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.   
Bedford School is part of The Harpur Trust.