Men’s 1st XI Coach Wanted for 2025/26 Season

GKT Men’s Hockey Club is seeking a committed and qualified coach to lead our Men’s 1st XI through an exciting and competitive 2025/26 university season.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a performance-driven, high-energy squad aiming for promotion in BUCS South Eastern Tier 2 and a strong showing across all competitions. We currently field three men’s teams, making us one of the largest medical school clubs in the country.

Our 1st XI competes in:

BUCS South Eastern Tier 2
LUSL (London Universities League)
BUCS and LUSL Cups
London Varsity at Lee Valley (vs. UCL Medics)
Macadam Cup (vs. KCL Hockey)
UH Cup (London Medical Teams Tournament)

We are looking for a coach who is enthusiastic, tactical, and capable of helping us develop technically while maintaining a tight-knit and inclusive team culture.

Time Commitment
Training: Monday evenings, 5:45–7:30 PM at Honor Oak Park, SE23 
Matches: Wednesday afternoons (BUCS) – match attendance strongly preferred but flexible

Requirements

Preferably experienced coaching teenage/adult/university teams
Strong communication skills with ability to coach across ability levels (1st–3rd XI)
Organised, approachable, and confident in running structured, progressive sessions
Committed to helping a top-tier medical student team challenge for silverware

Pay
Competitive and negotiable, based on experience and commitment