NSL Assistant Coach

Organisation: Birmingham Panthers
Salary: Competitive based on experience
Location: Walsall, matchday locations across UK
Contract type: (Part time)
Closing date: 15 September 2025
Job Description: Help Drive our Success
We’re on an exciting growth trajectory at Birmingham Panthers, with a vision to elevate netball and become the UK’s most successful netball franchise. As part of Knighthead’s mission to transform Birmingham into a global sporting city, we’re building a team of the very best talent – on the court, on the sidelines, and behind the scenes. We now have an exciting opportunity for top coaching talent to join us.

We’re looking for an NSL Assistant Coach who shares our long-term, progressive vision, is committed to developing talent and elevating the game and brings high standards, ambition, and expertise.

If you're innovative, thrive in a competitive environment, and want to be part of something big – we want to hear from you.

What we need from you:
• You will need a proven track record in delivering innovative and progressive coaching within an elite or professional netball league environment
• Demonstratable experience of developing players, delivering team success and fostering a positive culture
• Strong technical and tactical understanding of the game, a specialism in a specific court area is preferred
• Ability to deliver engaging, athlete-led sessions with intensity and clarity
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build trust across coaching staff, players and support teams
• Strong organisation and analytical skills, supporting the delivery of high standards of preparation and performance
• Experienced utilising performance analysis tools and interpreting data effectively
• UKCC Level 2 (minimum) or international equivalent, satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and current Safeguarding and First Aid certifications

What the role involves:
As the NSL Assistant Coach you’ll work alongside the NSL Head Coach to support the delivery of elite-level performance within the Birmingham Panthers Netball Super League squad. You will play a key role in building a successful team, preparing the squad for the 2026 NSL season and delivering success on the court.
Duties include:
• Planning and delivering high-quality training sessions, supporting the Head Coach in implementing game plans and season strategy
• Leading or supporting technical and tactical coaching in line with individual strengths (e.g. attack, defence, centre court)
• Supporting player development and readiness through consistent, high-performance training standards
• Assisting with match preparation including tactical planning, supporting in matchday roles including in-game decision-making, and bench management and contributing to post-match review and performance debriefs
• Utilising performance analysis tools to provide tactical insight and feedback to individual players and coaching staff
• Actively contributing across the wider franchise, supporting the development of the pathway and assisting with on-court delivery where needed
• Mentoring and guiding emerging coaches within the Panthers system, helping to build consistency and alignment across the franchise

This is a part-time opportunity running through pre-season and the competitive season. Availability for evening training sessions and weekend matchdays both home and away is required.
How to apply: If you're ready to be part of Birmingham Panthers, we'd love to hear from you! To apply, send your CV and Cover letter to: jobs@birminghampanthers.com