Wallingford Hockey Club - Women's 1/2 Coach

Wallingford Hockey Club is looking for a Head Coach to lead the training of our Women's 1st and 2nd teams and potentially accompany our Women's 1st team to matches. We are a club based in South Oxfordshire with more than 550 members including 5 Men’s teams, 6 Women's teams and a large Junior section. 

The Women’s 1st team play in South Central Division 1 North league and have finished top 3 in the last two seasons. The Women’s section is a friendly and committed group, talented and passionate about their hockey, with a great mix of younger talent and experienced players.

We are looking for a Head Coach to further enhance our players’ abilities as well as team performance. This position is ideal for an experienced coach looking to lead a large and ambitious club. The coach will work alongside the other coaches in the club to make sure the player pathway is clear and consistent. 

Responsibilities
Develop coaching plans for advanced training
Run training sessions once a week
Work with the 1st and 2nd team captains and to identify training needs and develop training sessions to target these needs
Manage and coach the 1st team on match days
Provide feedback to players in a constructive manner
Work collaboratively with lower team coaches to develop a consistent club approach to training and playing style
Liaise with the other coaches and Captains to assist with team selection

Uphold and commit to the club’s policies on youth development and player selection 
Provide regular feedback to the Club Captain

Requirements

Essential:

EH Coaching qualification - Level 2 (or equivalent) preferred
Good technical and tactical knowledge of the game
Able to motivate and communicate effectively with players
DBS check

Safe Guarding certificate

Must have right to work in the UK.

Desirable:
Experience coaching regional adult hockey
First aid qualification 

Training sessions are once a week with Saturday matches.

Salary: TBD based on qualifications and experience