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Herford Cathedral School: Head of Hockey

Hereford Cathedral School Hereford
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O P P O R T U N I T Y
An exciting and rare opportunity has become available at Hereford Cathedral School as we look to appoint a new Head of Hockey following a successful 10-year tenure from the current post holder.
The Head of Hockey is an influential role within the school’s sport and co-curricular provision. The post-holder will be responsible for the strategic leadership, delivery and continued development of
hockey across the school, from Foundation Stage (Year 1) through to the 1st XI (Year 13). The successful candidate will build on an already outstanding programme, ensuring competitive excellence, high participation, and a strong culture of achievement, enjoyment and sportsmanship.

K E Y  R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S

Strategic Leadership 

Provide clear vision and leadership for hockey across all key stages

Develop and implement a long-term strategic plan for hockey within the school

Ensure progression, continuity and high standards throughout the programme

Coaching & Performance 

Lead and deliver high-quality coaching sessions across all ages

Coach or oversee the coaching of senior performance teams, including the 1st XI

Identify and develop talent, supporting progression to county, regional and national pathways

Programme Management 

Organise fixtures, tours, tournaments and residential trips

Manage staffing, communication and scheduling for all hockey activities

Oversee equipment, facilities and health & safety requirements

Liaise with catering for the best match day experience

Staff & Development 

Support, mentor and develop other hockey coaches and members of staff

Promote best practice in coaching methodology and player welfare

Lead CPD for the other coaches in the department

Culture & Community 

Foster a positive sporting culture built on commitment, enjoyment and respect

Promote hockey within the wider school community

Lead showcase events such as Friday Night Lights fixtures

Create strong connections with Hereford Hockey Club and further the pathway between club and school

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How to Apply

An application form and information pack may be downloaded from the school website.


Completed applications should be accompanied by a covering letter and sent to Mrs Cath Knowles, Hereford Cathedral School, Old Deanery, The Cathedral Close, Hereford HR1 2NG or to recruitment@herefordcs.com
The closing date for applications is 9am on 20 April 2026. Interviews will commence on the week of 27 April 2026.


If you would like an informal conversation regarding this role please contact Director of Sport Mr Charles Lewis-Gardiner on c.lewisgardiner@herefordcs.com


The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are
subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references and other safer recruitment checks. Further information on the School’s safeguarding can be found on the school
website.


Hereford Cathedral School is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender,
age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
The School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline.

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